Nicole Leigh West

Kota Kinabalu isn’t just about the mountain. It’s jungle, paradise islands, and luxe resorts on the doorstep of a rapidly transforming city.

Nicole Leigh West leads us through a luxurious ladies’ getaway in Hanoi, a city filled with food, adventure, shopping, and cocktails.

Whether you’re a health nut, beach lover, or a fine diner, every one can find something to eat in Canggu, a burgeoning Bali hotspot.

Bali is developing, and there’s no way to stop it. But, at Tabanan Regency travelers might just be able to find that ideal mix of luxury and nature they were hoping to find when they hopped on a plane.

People can argue all the live long day about the best beach resorts in Phuket and Krabi, but it’s under the water where the Andaman Sea really shines.

You can go for the animals or the plush hotels, but many who go to Luang Prabang are looking to recharge their soul and this ancient capital has more than enough options.

Where better to heal than Luang Prabang? These luxury spas in the spiritual capital of Laos will put the wellness bug in every traveler.

Be it getting some cheese from the local buffalo dairy or patronizing a pachyderm sanctuary, animal lovers in Laos will find a few critter-friendly activities to keep them occupied.

For the slow traveler and the Asia aficionado, Hoi An has special pleasures for those willing to take the time to appreciate it.

Bali is a big place. To get away from the tourist hurly-burly, Uluwatu has great food, unbeatable surfing, and hidden beaches to get away from everyone.