7 things you never knew about Tasmania – and why it’s worth a visit

From featuring the world’s longest single-span chairlift to hosting week-long whiskey festival, here are 7 experiences in Tasmania that make it worth a visit. When we think of travelling to the Land Down Under, we often look to its more…

#FirstClasseGoesTo Tropical Snowman Chalets with Patricia Knudsen

FirstClasse recently spent eight days in the French Alps with DJ and emcee Patricia Knudsen at Tropical Snowman Chalets – here’s all we saw, breathed, ate and played.

5 underrated places in Japan to see the cherry blossoms

No, it’s not Tokyo, Osaka or Kyoto. It’s almost that time of the year when tourists flock to Japan to see the enchanting cherry blossoms, or hanami, in its full splendour. Tokyo, Osaka and Kyoto may be the most popular…

A Night In: Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel

With 253 contemporary living spaces, a rooftop poolside bar, and six wining and dining destinations, Sheraton’s latest offering brings a touch of classy comfort to urban travel. Although Sheraton is a household name by now, its new Petaling Jaya location…

A Night In: Hotel Mont Blanc, the century-old hotel on the tallest mountain in the Alps

The heated pool that is immensely inviting anytime of the day – and year – is only the tip of the iceberg here at this 40-room boutique hotel. Mont Blanc is a name that needs to introduction to the world,…

First Look: Inside Cathay Pacific’s new lounge at Hong Kong International Airport

Here’s first look inside The Deck before its official opening to the public. Flying off somewhere is an exciting feeling, but waiting for a flight can be quite the opposite. Busy crowds, noisy surroundings and restlessness may kill the anticipation,…

24 hours in Emporium & Emquartier Bangkok

Along Sukhumvit’s Phrom Phong BTS station is Bangkok’s premium shopping destination, Emporium & Emquartier of EM District. Here’s what you can get up to in a day. Is it any surprise Bangkok is such a perennial favourite when it comes…

Exclusive 5-star urban resort Banyan Tree opening in KL this June

Get ready for Banyan Tree KL – a modern-day oasis with breathtaking views, array of luxurious amenities, and top-class services, which will soon boast the city’s highest rooftop bar. A modern sanctuary is making its way to Malaysia for the…

7 less heard of travel destinations to visit in 2018

While destinations like Paris, New York, London and Tokyo will always be perennial favourites, there’s been a rising trend to visit lesser known places around the globe. Doesn’t it seem like the more you travel, the more you find there’s…

5 unique hotel services to make full use of at your next 5-star stay

Think digital detox treatments, Fender guitar loans, and a fully organic menu catered to your specific dietary needs. There are few hotels with outstanding rooms and amenities, but even fewer with unique and maybe even unheard of experiences. Think digital…