Singapore

Rich go full steam ahead with superyachts

The newly wealthy in Asia think nothing of spending big money on a big boat for prestige and fun but the region's nascent yachting class may have trouble finding a berth in overcrowded marinas.

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Crossing the street a challenge in Vietnam

Crossing the street in Hanoi, Vietnam is like being stuck in the video game Frogger.
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China stakes claim to islands with 'Princess Coconut' voyage

A Chinese cruise ship called the “Scent of Princess Coconut” has completed a trial voyage to the disputed Paracel Islands in the South China Sea, state media said on Tuesday, as China eyes tourist trips likely to irritate Vietnam and other neighbours.
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Bangkok airport issues harm tourist-friendly image

When Bangkok's futuristic $4 billion Suvarnabhumi airport opened six years ago, it was hailed as a model for the region.
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Spirited Traveller: Lambanog is the word in Manila

Hold tight to your shot glasses, travellers. If you're headed to Manila, capital of The Philippines, you're likely to find lambanog in your cups.
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48 Hours in Singapore

The Asian financial and business centre has undergone a makeover in recent years and it is now also a playground for Asia's rich where sleek skyscrapers meet quaint shops.
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