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October/November 2010
Guangzhou’s Got Game
Guangzhou, China’s Factory Floor, has long been a city you had to go to, rather than wanted to; a destination for business, but not really for leisure. Yet the winds of change are blowing even here.Vietnam Travel: Sapa Sojourn
Cool climes and authentic hill-tribe encounters await trekkers in Vietnam’s northern mountains.Bali: The Top 15 Shops in Ubud
From handcrafted jewelry to covetable keepsakes, Bali’s artistic hub of Ubud has treasures aplenty.Singapore: Marina Bay Sands’ Remarkable Roof
Soaring 200 meters above Singapore, the roof is a cantilevered platform that could carry four A380 jets (but holds a bar, pool, and park instead).Hong Kong: Modern American Fare at Lily & Bloom
Resembling a chic bistro from 1950s New York, this popular haunt serves unpretentious standout dishes, while its upstairs bar features top mixologists.Bali: a ‘Healing Village’ Spa Near Ubud
Set on a verdant riverside plot of land, Fivelements Puri Ahimsa mines the island's rich healing traditions like few spas can.Shanghai: the Waldorf Astoria Club’s Stately Lobby
With towering columns, a 24-meter bar, and a marble spiral staircase, the faithfully restored lobby is rich in both history and ambience.New Zealand Travel: A Road Trip
Hangi feasts, glowing worms, and wide-open roads await on a drive across New Zealand’s North Island.Syria: An Appetite for Aleppo
From kibbe to cherry kebabs, this ancient crossroads serves up Syria’s most cherished cuisine.Thailand Travel: Exploring Ayutthaya
Once one of the greatest cities in the world, the ruins of Ayutthaya still testify to the glories of Siam’s golden age.Fiji Travel: Paradise in the Making
How a cyber experiment became reality on a small Fijian island.South Korea Travel: Seoul Food
A handful of creative kitchens in the South Korean capital are putting a nouveau spin on traditional recipes, with settings and service to match. Is this the harbinger of a new generation of Korean re...Cambodia Travel: A Guide to Siem Reap
A town built by temple tourism is coming into its own.The Luxe List 2010