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…
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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
Marissa Carruthers takes a trip to Koh Rong Samloem to sink into laidback Cambodian island life I was always met with a look of sheer horror when I told people…
Cambodia is slated to host the Mekong Tourism Forum (MTF) in Sihanoukville from April 25 to 27. Ahead of the event, which is expected to attract hundreds of regional stakeholders…
Are you a running enthusiast who’s always on the lookout for the next great marathon to conquer? Look no further, as we’ve compiled a list of the best marathons in…
If you’re celebrating Easter in Cambodia then here are a handful of places to feast on fine food while the kids run riot hunting down Easter eggs. Hyatt Regency Phnom…
Darren Gall discovers the history and traditions around the Khmer New Year celebrations that consume the country in mid-April annually. Khmer New Year Celebrations In the early hours of April…
When planning a trip to Cambodia, one of the most important decisions you’ll need to make is the timing of your visit. Cambodia has a tropical climate with two distinct…
Cambodian art is a cultural treasure that reflects the rich history and traditions of this fascinating Southeast Asian nation. From ancient times to the present day, Cambodian art has evolved…
From the urban twin metropolises of Singapore and Bangkok, to the temples of Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar, and the rainforests of Malaysia, Southeast Asia is a vibrant and diverse region full of rich and varied opportunities for the Over 40 and Over 50 travel adventurer. At Travel Begins at 40, our team of travel experts has shared its wealth of knowledge of the region, gathered over more than twenty years of living in Southeast Asia. So whether it’s driving a motorcycle (or tuk tuk) around the mountains of northern Thailand, going on one of the region’s many food tours, or visiting magical Malaysian Sabah on the island of Borneo, and visiting endangered orangutan, we have it all covered for you. We also have details of some of the most fascinating and colourful festivals. Read about our Southeast Asia travel experiences and let them inspire you to visit the most magical region on the planet.