South Asia
Opinion
India
My first Indian train journey was life-changing
Your life can change on a train. And I’m not talking about the romanticised ‘Before Sunrise’ version, where you meet a gorgeous European backpacker.
- by Ben Groundwater
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The things no one tells you about visiting this bucket-list paradise
Getting to the Maldives is an expensive, time-zone-warping, flight-jigsawing effort. And you don’t want to get stuck in the capital overnight.
- by Kate Allman
From Delhi belly to haggling: What first-timers need to know about India
India can be as vibrant and soul-filling as it can be terrifying and maddening. Here’s how to ensure your first visit goes smoothly.
- by Nina Karnikowski
When ingredients are king: New cafe brings Perth a taste of the Himalayas
Bhutanese yellow rice and butter tea for breakfast, noodle soups in savoury beefy broth, momos in spicy, creamy gravy – affordable food to enjoy on the run.
- by Max Veenhuyzen
Asia v Europe: Which destination is better for a holiday? The verdict
Which region delivers the most for holidaying Australians when it comes to food, transport, service and spectacular sights? Read on to find out.
- by Ute Junker
New bucket list: The 20 experiences in Asia you must do
A world of adventure, luxury, fascinating cultures, natural beauty and incredible cuisines is on Australia’s doorstep.
- by Ute Junker
The land of happiness that few tourists ever visit
Want to lose the crowds on your next holiday? Tourists are still something of a novelty in Bhutan, the country that invented Gross National Happiness.
- by Trudi Jenkins
Nine must-do highlights of Kandy, Sri Lanka
Kandy is in Sri Lanka’s central province, surrounded by mountains and their tea plantations and host to many sacred Buddhist sites.
- by Julia D’Orazio
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Hotel reviews
This Hilton is on the edge of a huge, animal-filled national park
A thoughtful, sustainability focused resort which does its best to live harmoniously with its environment.
- by Keith Austin
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Airline reviews
Airline review: Food and service make up for this business class’ shortcomings
While the entertainment offerings and bar menu fall short, this business class has other highlights.
- by Julie Miller
Best travel experiences of 2023: Asia
Leopard-spotting in India, riding horses on the beach in Indonesia, doing very little in Bali, these are the moments of Asia.
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