Hotel Review: Hoshinoya Tokyo: A Modern Luxury Ryokan in the Heart of Japan’s Metropolis
A ryokan stay is perhaps the quintessential cultural experience when you visit Japan, and these days, the Japanese guesthouses run the gamut of old-sc…
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Explore the world with City Nomads. In our Travel column, discover hidden gems, get expert travel tips, and find inspiration from globetrotters’ stories. Whether you’re planning your next adventure or dreaming of far-off places, our guides, reviews, and insights will make your journeys unforgettable.
Singapore Staycation Spotlight: Villa Samadhi
If you’ve ever dreamt about living in a black-and-white house in Singapore, a staycation at Villa Samadhi is probably the easiest way to tick that off…
Where to Drink in Bangkok: See The Bar Awards Bangkok 2017 Results!
Following three editions in Singapore and last year's successful run in Hong Kong, The Bar Awards has finally ventured to Bangkok, Thailand's vibrant capital city. Celebrating achievement and excellen…
10 Best Seafood Restaurants in Phuket, Thailand
How does one live up the island life without a seafood feast or two? It’s definitely a dining experience that can’t be missed in Phuket. From beachfro…
A Day in Johor Bahru, Malaysia: Local Food, Cafes, Shopping, Spa Treatments, Laser Tag and More
A drive across the causeway is probably the easiest way to get out of Singapore. So if you’re looking at a more appealing way to spend a free day – ra…
City Nomads Radio: Hibiya Line
For starters, Hibiya Line not Japanese. Behind the stage name, Dan is a Swiss-Vietnamese guy who started playing live acts mixing house and techno in his hometown of Lausanne, Switzerland in 2006.…
Secret Escapes: The Best Luxury Travel Flash Sales and Deals
Everyone has a dream of escaping the seemingly neverending bustle of life. Slumming it on holiday is alright with us (the key point being not working)…
Noku Kyoto: Modern Comforts near the Imperial Palace
We love hotels with heritage. While Noku Kyoto itself is not that old – in fact, it only just opened last year - it’s situated in the middle of a neig…
10 Questions with Chef Eelke Plasmeijer of Locavore, Ubud’s Best Restaurant
Foodies that follow lists like Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants will be familiar with Locavore, a fine-dining restaurant that focuses on sustainably sourced local ingredients located in the heart of Ubud. F…
10 Best Destinations for Solo Travel Around The World
Tired of following the pack all the time? We know how that feels, and how liberating it is to explore a new place on your own terms. From the graffiti…