Suzhou New Home to Radisson
Radisson has expanded with the opening of the stylish new Radisson Suzhou, China. This contemporary styled hotel is located in historic Suzhou in eastern China’s Jiangsu Province. The hotel is…
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David Bowden
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David Bowden is a freelance photojournalist specialising in travel, food and the environment.
He has been based in Asia for many years and travels the globe seeking out the finest restaurants, vineyards and travel destinations. He is the author of several books including travel books on Malaysia, Vietnam, Singapore and Indonesia plus a coffee table book on great railway journeys in Australia and New Zealand.
Bhutan Welcomes dusitD2 Yarkay
dusitD2 Yarkay Thimphu, Bhutan serves as the first and largest internationally-branded hotel in the enchanting Kingdom. Drawing inspiration from Four Harmonious Friends, a national folktale about four animals working together…
Hyatt House Rebranding in Niseko
Hyatt has entered into a management agreement with Hokkaido Alpine Resort Management GK for a 91-room Hyatt House Hotel in Niseko, Japan. The upscale, extended stay hotel rebranded as Hyatt…
Westin Whistles into Queensland
The Westin Brisbane has opened in the heart of the Queensland capital to offer an urban retreat for travellers who prioritise their wellbeing. The brand’s wellness proposition resonates with global…
Private Cambodian Island Opening for Alila
Alila Villas Koh Russey has opened on a private island in the Koh Rong Archipelago along the Cambodian Riviera. Alila’s first Cambodian resort is recognised for its innovative design, personalised…
Andhra Pradesh Welcomes Novotel
AccorHotels just opened the 227-room Novotel Vijayawada Varun. It marks a milestone in several ways especially the first international hotel to open in Andhra Pradesh’s commercial centre and the 20th…
Fairfield by Marriott a First for Taiwan
Taiwan’s first Fairfield by Marriott has opened in Taichung, Taiwan and highlights the brand’s regional growth while introducing travellers to central Taiwan with its mild climate, pristine natural surroundings and…
Family-friendly dusitD2 Now in Krabi
dusitD2 Ao Nang Krabi, a vibrant and contemporary resort managed by Thailand-based, global hospitality company, Dusit Hotels and Resorts opened in December at this rapidly emerging seaside destination. Operating under…
Compact Cube Concept Captures Consumers
In the 1970s, Hungarian sculptor, Erno Rubik ignited minds and imagination when he created the 3-D combination puzzle originally called the Magic Cube but now better as Rubik’s Cube. The…
Exclusive French Wines at Rock Bottom
French wines served by innovative Malaysian bar and dining concept The Olive Tree Group, including the well-known Rock Bottom Bars are exclusively blended for the Malaysian hospitality group by Grand…
Trigona Delivers Cocktails with a Sting
There is a tiny stingless bee native to Malaysia that produces small amounts of high quality honey with a sour sweet taste. The Trigona Bee lends its name to Bar…
Getting Fortified at Los Flowerpecker
Vermouth lovers should drop by Los Flowerpecker in Kuala Lumpur’s Damansara Uptown where the unique flavours of this fortified wine prevail. The founder of the successful Omakase+Appreciate, Shawn Chong has…