Esoteric Worldwide Festivals for 2025
As we enter the new year, Mark Bibby Jackson provides a guide to worldwide festivals for 2025. From voodoo in West Africa to miraculous lords and Hampshire watercress, here is…
8 Festivals in January 2025 Around the World
Travel Begins at 40 rounds up the best festivals in January 2025 across the Globe, from Benin to the Shetlands, so wherever you are there is no reason to avoid…
7 Unmissable Global Festivals in November
From the Day of the Dead to Christmas markets and Thanksgiving, November is a month that celebrates the emergence of winter. Here is our selection of the best festivals in…
Wellness Travel for the Over 40 Traveller
For the over 40 traveller, wellness travel offers more than just a break from routine—it provides a holistic approach to maintaining health, both mentally and physically. Whether through retreats, meditation…
Nine Emperor Gods Festival in Phuket, 2024
Phuket, Thailand’s largest island, is famous for its pristine beaches, delectable cuisine, and vibrant nightlife. As you arrive in Thailand, you can get tickets to travel to Phuket from SiamTickets…
8 Wellness Festivals: A Journey to Rejuvenation
Discover 8 wellness festivals that offer yoga, meditation, holistic healing and more in serene locations. Plan your perfect retreat and rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit. Wellness Festivals in Asia…
Vietnam Family Adventure from North to South
Writer Maria Boyle travels the length of the country, taking in lantern-lit towns, UNESCO sites of world heritage, delectable food, and one of the best beaches in the world. Here…
What’s Wat on a Day Trip in Bangkok
From Wat Pho to Wat Phra Kaew Mal Tattersall discovers what’s wat on his day trip in Bangkok Thailand. “YOU going to see Wat?” the smiling woman at reception asks…
10 Best Things to Do in Phuket Thailand
From its stunning beaches to its rich cultural heritage and vibrant nightlife, there is no shortage of great things to do in Phuket, Thailand. Here are 10 of the most…
Welcome to a Musically Enchanted Rainforest in Borneo
Mohammad Reza Amirinia travels to Borneo to visit the Rainforest Music Festival and stay at the Damai Beach Resort. It’s June 2023 and I’m heading to Sarawak on Borneo Island…
The Best Casino Hotels and Resorts for a Getaway in Cambodia
Luxurious Casino Hotels & Resorts for a Perfect Vacation in Cambodia The tourist sector is an integral part of the Cambodian economy – in 2022, Cambodia attracted 2.2 million international…
6 Unmissable Global Festivals in October
From two of the most important festivals in the Indian calendar, to sausage festivals in Lincoln and Weimar, October is a month full of fun. Here is our selection of…
Shop ‘til You Drop: Exploring the Best Shopping Malls in Phnom Penh
Recent years have seen a rise in shopping malls in Phnom Penh. If you’re a shopaholic seeking retail therapy, look no further than the capital’s modern shopping malls. Let’s take…
7 UK Festivals in September 2023
To music on a Holy Island to Derby’s biggest street festival, read Travel Begins at 40’s round-up of the best UK festivals in September 2023. UK Music Festivals in September…
The 8th PropertyGuru Cambodia Property Awards Celebrate Real Estate Market
Cambodia’s thriving property market was celebrated at a glittering evening for the 8th PropertyGuru Cambodia Property Awards. PropertyGuru Group (NYSE: PGRU), Southeast Asia’s leading property technology company, has unveiled the…
Raffles’ Sunday Brunch
Raffles Hotel Le Royal is famed for putting on an exquisite show – it is after all an iconic luxury hotel. So, it comes as no surprise that its Sunday…
The Fishmarket Restaurant in Kampot Closes its Doors
It’s the end of an era as iconic The Fishmarket Restaurant in Kampot announces it will open its doors to customers for the last time on August 14. The Fishmarket…
Japanese Restaurants in Phnom Penh
The Japanese community has a strong presence in Cambodia, so it’s little wonder there are plenty of Japanese restaurants in Phnom Penh to choose from. Here are some of the…
The Rise by Theanly Chov
Cambodian painter Theanly Chov is gearing up to showcase her latest exhibition, The Rise, which features artworks that explore individualism and societal progress. Chov’s striking collection of paintings feature a…
International Schools in Phnom Penh
The Cambodian capital is home to a number of excellent international schools, which offer a variety of educational options for expat families. Here, we take a look at some of…
Chinese Restaurants in Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh is a city with a rich and diverse culinary scene, and Chinese food is no exception. From dim sum to Peking duck, there’s something for everyone to enjoy…
Sky Bars in Phnom Penh
As the Cambodian capital’s skyline continues to grow, so does the number of sky bars in Phnom Penh. Here are some top spots to soak up stunning vistas of the…
Cambodia Wows with 32nd SEA Games’ Opening Ceremony
Spectators packed out Morodok Techo Stadium as the host nation of the 32nd SEA Games wowed crowds with a three-hour Opening Ceremony. Think incredible firework displays, laser shows, projection mapping…
Cambodia Ecotourism: Tapping into the Future
Cambodia boasts an abundance of untapped ecotourism potential, which is being unlocked by a $55 million project. Cambodia is home to a kaleidoscope of landscapes that range from soaring plains…
