Travelogues

From Doha to Dubai and from Abu Dhabi to Muscat, a private dhow cruise is a must-do for the Middle East aesthete: transport from centuries ago and luxury for today.

Bungalow or resort? Big waves or long? Surf full-time or relax and explore? The options in Indonesia can be startlingly specific, and so many waves are one of a kind.

There’s another side to Nepal, a wild side, a world brimming with rhinos and elephants, tigers and crocodiles, lazy rivers and grasslands.

Whether you’re dunebashing, sandboarding, or stargazing, there’s nothing quite like the desert camping experience for a little adventure and reflection.

A world-class resort, the pristine Thai sea, delicately prepared cuisine, and lush rainforest. Oh, and the waiter ziplines food to you as you dine in the jungle canopy.

Wild Sri Lankan leopards roam the vast Yala National Park alongside crocodiles and elephants, a chance for travelers to see the heart of Sri Lanka in both comfort and authenticity

Brunei is one of Southeast Asia’s better-kept tourism secrets, steeped in a rich history and tropical beauty. The wildlife isn’t easy to find, but it is more than worthy of the search.

A sign in the Ak-Baital Pass reminds you that you are 4,655 meters above sea level. The untouched landscapes of Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan are a driver’s dream.

Intrepid families searching for an adventure of verdant hills and the inimitable color of Indonesia will find a surprisingly meditative space in Bali, a place where the family can focus on the road ahead.

The 800 tropical islands that make up the Mergui Archipelago were once an unexplored frontier for intrepid divers looking for adventure.

The biggest fish on the planet, genial monsters of the deep blue sea lazing in cool open waters – and, to a very special few, whale sharks are dive buddies.

As one of the few Asian countries with a long history of skiing, the slopes of Japan have options for both families and adrenaline junkies.