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Michael Gilmore
Interview: Michael Gilmore (Luang Prabang Half Marathon)
The founder of the all-new Luang Prabang Half Marathon (LPHM), which takes place in October 2013, talks about why the Laotian town is the perfect place for an event of this kind.
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How To: Take Better Travel Pictures
Short of being Steve McCurry (he shot that Afghan girl on the cover of National Geographic), you can make your travel pictures a touch more exciting by keeping your eyes peeled for these five things...
Heidi Shum
Interview: Heidi Shum, co-founder of Indiescapes
The globetrotting co-founder of travel site Indiescapes (which provides individual holiday activities hosted by city locals) shares her travel adventures.
Eastern & Oriental Hotel, Penang
Victorian Hotels in Asia
From white colonnades and marble floors to oak wood furniture and crystal chandeliers, these iconic hotels’ Victorian charms are impossible to resist.
Colin Seah
Interview: Colin Seah
The founder-director of Singapore-based interior and architectural design firm Ministry of Design (which worked on stylish Penang boutique hotel Macalister Mansion) talks about how he preserves the...
Marimekko for Finnair
Marimekko x Finnair: Finn City
Michael Meyer
Interview: Travel writer and sinophile Michael Meyer
Ric Stockfis talks to the author of the award-winning Last Days of Old Beijing and the forthcoming book, In Manchuria.
Heidi Shum and Min Seetoh
Interview: Min Seetoh and Heidi Shum
Indiescapes—which just launched their website in April—is a travel company that provides individual holiday activities hosted by city locals. The founders Min Seetoh and Heidi Shum talk...
Sumo Wrestling Grand Tournament, Japan
Top 16 Events Happening Around the World in 2013
Planning your trips for 2013? We have everything from mega music festivals, international sports events and even unique holidays for food and wine lovers.
Ho Zhi Li, marketing communications manager at Changi Airport Group
Interview: Ho Zhi Li
Ho Zhi Li the marketing communications manager at Changi Airport Group (CAG), tells I-S about the new Weekend Escapades mobile app. 
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Top Travel Resources
I-S rounds up the best hotel booking engines and travel aggregators to make planning your next trip a breeze.
Thanyamundra Organic Resort
Best Locavore Retreats in Asia
Foodies and eco-warriors alike will appreciate these luxe getaways, most with on-site farms. They dish out everything from locally grown and distilled pear brandy to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM...
The Splendor Kaohsiung
Best Skyscraper Hotels in Asia
Housed in the world's tallest building the Burj Kalifa, and designed by big fashion name Giorgio Armani, the Armani Hotel Dubai gets all the attention as a sky high retreat. But you don't...
MesaStila
Best Detox Retreats in Asia
Feel refreshed and ready to tackle any challenge after a stay at one of these Asia resorts with stellar spa, fitness and nutrition programs.
Turkish Delight
What's Happening in Istanbul
Istanbul is both in Asia and in Europe—how perfect does that sound? Throw in a flourishing economy and a new dedication to modern art and you’ve got one of the world’s most...
Tinie Tempah performing at Subsix
Best Hotels in Asia for Nightlife
There’s no need to head out to paint the town red—the party never stops at these hip Asia hotels with on-site clubs and hotspots.
The Goodwood Park Hotel
Romantic Staycations in Singapore for Valentine's Day 2013
Treat your other half to a weekend of bubble baths, bubbly, chocolate and fine food with these top hotels’ romantic Valentine’s Day staycation deals.