The lush forests, medieval castles and quaint villages of Transylvania makes this a charming destination for a holiday. There’s more to Transylvania than being famously known as the fictional Dracula’s homeland. It’s forested valleys and Gothic...

Serbia’s winter wonderland

This cultural capital is a perfect destination for Balkan adventures with it’s stunning attractions, vibrant history and thriving arts scene. Novi Sad is the capital of Vojvodina and has been a cultural hub in northern Serbia...

Tropical tranquility

A popular vacation spot, Okinawa consists of a series of small islands in Japan, known for its sub-tropical climate and beautiful sandy beaches with clear waters.  Located in the East China Sea, and part of the...

Perugia, old-world charm

This Italian city is filled with remnants of an ancient past, complemented by modern elements of festivals, boutiques and art galleries. Perugia, the largest city in central Italy’s Umbria region, is a lively modern hill town...

Lavish and lush

France’s extravagant royal past is everywhere in the gentle landscapes and sprawling chateaux of the Loire Valley. This river valley is the epitome of bucolic bliss with its gentle pastures, scattering myriad romantic chateaux across the...

A mythical getaway

The Peloponnese is a destination for all seasons, with a rich history, natural beauty and scenic landscapes. While the Greek islands Santorini and Mykonos grapple with over-tourism, more visitors are heading to the mainland and discovering...

Jewel of the Adriatic

A magnificent walled city, Dubrovnik overlooks the calm blue Adriatic Sea. Once the capital of the mighty sea-faring Republic of Ragusa, it’s now Croatia’s most upmarket destination. Historically, this tiny republic was sophisticated, refined and cultured....

A stunning scenery with deep blue fjords, flowing waterfalls and snow-capped mountains that tower high above the water. Norway’s epic landscapes rank among the most beautiful and varied in Europe, and the sheer drama of the...

Aomori in bloom

This spring take a trip to the magical Aomori in Japan, surrounded by sea and blessed with beautiful natural resources. Located on the northern tip of Honshu Island, Aomori is among the best places in Japan...

Peaceful solitude

Sandhya Divakaran reviews the tranquil Belihuloya, a hamlet in Sri Lanka and a wonderful place to relax and re-energise. Picture this: A scenic hillside, with miles of greenery around with no sign of humanity, lovely weather...