A Winter Journey Through Xinjiang, China: Must-Visit Destinations
Xinjiang, the hidden beautiful region in north-western China, is a land where culture, history, and natural beauty converge. Known for its diverse ethnic heritage, Silk Road history, and awe-inspiring landscapes, Xinjiang offers an otherworldly winter experience like no other. Blanketed in snow, the region transforms into a magical destination where frozen lakes glisten under the pale sun and ancient towns whisper tales of the past. If you are planning a winter adventure, here are few destinations in Xinjiang you must visit at least once in your lifetime. 1. Hemu Village Located in the Altay Mountains, Hemu Village is often regarded as one of the most picturesque villages in China. In…
Malaysia Airlines and Qantas to Boost Travel Connectivity
Building on their longstanding ties through the oneworld alliance, this collaboration will see Malaysia Airlines place its ‘MH’ code on 18 Qantas-operated domestic routes across Australia, providing smoother onward connections from key international gateways to cities such as Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, and Launceston. Meanwhile, Qantas will place its ‘QF’ code on Malaysia Airlines flights between Kuala Lumpur and major Australian cities – Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney – as well as to Singapore and popular Malaysian destinations such as Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Langkawi, and Penang. This collaboration comes as Malaysia Airlines prepares for a significant expansion in the Australian market later this year. The airline will resume services to…
StarCruises announces Star Voyager’s return to Southeast Asia
StarCruises is delighted to announce the return of Star Voyager to Southeast Asia for the winter season, sailing from 20 November 2025 to 5 February 2026. Perfectly timed for the year-end festive period and the Singapore and Malaysia school holidays, this deployment offers families, couples and friends a variety of exciting short-getaway options. Singapore Departures, 20 November – 14 December 2025 – 3 Night weekend getaways to Penang, departing Thursdays – 4 Night sailings to Phuket & Penang, departing Sundays Singapore Departures, 18 December 2025 – 5 February 2026 Cruise itineraries will expand to feature: – 4 Night itineraries to Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang) & Phuket, departing Sundays – 3…
Australia’s Biggest Celebration of Spring Now in Full Bloom
Spring has arrived Down Under, and with it comes Floriade 2025 — the Southern Hemisphere’s largest celebration of flowers and a dazzling display of colour, creativity, and culture in the heart of Canberra, Australia’s capital. Now in its 38th year, Floriade has transformed Canberra’s Commonwealth Park into a living canvas of more than one million blooms. The month-long festival (September 13 – October 12) features immersive gardens, art installations, family activities, and free general admission, making it one of Australia’s most anticipated annual events. Often described as the Southern Hemisphere’s equivalent to Washington, DC’s Cherry Blossom Festival, or Carlsbad’s The Flower Fields, Floriade offers American travellers the rare chance to step into spring just as autumn begins in North…
Desaru Coast becomes the global stage at Ombak Festival 2025
Ombak Festival concluded its second edition at Desaru Coast from 12 to 14 September with a spectacular weekend of global icons, ASEAN powerhouses of talent, culinary showcases and family-friendly fun activities. With legendary performances from Simply Red, George Clinton & Parliament Funkadelic, Joss Stone and Flight Facilities, alongside 29 of Southeast Asia’s brightest talents. Ombak Festival brought together large crowds of music lovers, families, and art enthusiasts from across the region. Excited festival goers and families seized the chance to enjoy a fusion of cultural festivities, exceptional music, gastronomic curation and visual art showcases. Along with relaxing and comfortable stays at Desaru Coast’s resorts, including The Sirēya Desaru Coast, Hard…
