DestinAsian Volume 69 – December/January 2012
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December/January 2012
Sweden’s Culinary Revolution
The country that invented the smorgasbord has emerged as one of Europe’s culinary destinations.Sheraton Macao: Super Size Me
Behind the scenes at the largest hotel to open in 2012.Travel With Author Julia Chaplin
The New York–based editor and journalist reveals some of her favorite haunts.Golf in Asia: Green Days
Golf tourism is taking off as never before—and it’s no longer just about Thailand.Art in Myanmar: Creative Yearnings
Despite decades of state censorship and isolation, Myanmar’s art scene is blooming, particularly in Yangon. In the wake of democratic reforms, are the country’s creative talents ready to embrace t...Tiki Twist in Hong Kong
A Polynesian-themed temple to rum arrives in Hong Kong.Summer Events Diary: Australia
With the summer heating up in Australia, we take a look—state by state—at the the country’s most exciting events over the next few months.Art and Cycling in Cambodia
Early one November morning in 2011, 25 brightly garbed cyclists gathered outside Kinyei Café at the corner of Battambang’s Street 1.5 to give their lovingly decorated bikes the once over.Q&A With Safari Pioneer Geoffrey Kent
Born on safari in what is now Zambia, Geoffrey Kent’s destiny was mapped out for him at an early age.Alila’s Luxury Liveaboard Sets Sail in Indonesia
It may not be the most budget-friendly phinisi to ply the reef-rich Raja Ampat, but Alila Purnama does look set to raise the bar.Banyan Tree’s Urban Resort
All 130 rooms have river views, but request one with a number ending in 10 through 18, which are oriented toward the Bund.China Travel: Tianjin’s Time
Steeped in history and European architecture, the northern port city is looking to rise again.
