Those seeking to escape the heat of the central plains need only travel 80 kilometres east of Mandalay, up a winding road to the old British hill station of Pyin Oo Lwin (Maymyo).

Popular among locals and visitors and one of the cornerstones of Vietnamese culture, the handicraft industry continues to set the tone for what has made the country such an established name in the tourism industry.

Langkawi’s World Geopark status has put this 99-island large archipelago on the map as an all-inclusive tourism destination, ideal for both beach seekers and those who enjoy nature and the abundance of wildlife present.

Away from the high rise and tourism opportunities along the palm-fringed beaches of Nha Trang, this from origin traditional fishing town

The hutong alleys are the best place to see and feel Beijing’s authentic culture and these narrow lanes also hide many culinary treasures.

When mingling with the Chinese on a more sustainable level is what’s on your agenda, then there is no need to look further than Xi’an.

Lap up incredible vistas of Hong Kong’s collection of outlying islands while hitting the famous Dragon’s Back trail. The Dragon’s Back is a mountain ridge in south-east Hong Kong that passes through Shek O Peak.

With almost 8000 km2 of largely untrodden terrain, Gunung Leuser is one of the largest wilderness areas in South-East Asia and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2004.

The White Sand Dunes just outside of Mui Ne are one of Vietnam's charming geological oddities, which have long been a creative subject of artistic photographs and paintings.

Yangon, or Rangoon as it was previously known, was the capital of Myanmar until 2006 when the military government relocated the capital to the city of Nay Pyi Taw.

Lauded for both its glitter and glamour and its historical centre, Macau is undeniably diverse and highly entertaining.

Just like the vastness of the Angkor empire, Tonle Sap certainly does not stat behind when seeking hidden corners, unique views, and trying to catch some of the documented sights and sounds of fascinating Siem Reap.