Tag: Asia.

A 48-hour Tokyo trip visiting a friend in Roppongi. Snow, ramen dinners, Tokyo Tower views, and early cherry blossoms in Daikanyama.

Night photography at Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong. Images of the Star Ferry, Hong Kong Island skyline, and Kowloon at dusk.

Views from the W Hotel rooftop in Kowloon overlooking Victoria Harbor, Hong Kong Island, and the ICC tower. Rooftop cocktails at sunset.

A quick stopover in Shanghai visiting a friend: dumpling lunches, Old Shanghai alleys, hot pot dinners, and whisky bars. 2013.

Long-exposure photos of Shanghai's Bund waterfront and Pudong skyline. Shot in heavy humidity with challenges that revealed tripod and sensor issues.

Long-exposure photos of Hong Kong's skyline and Victoria Harbor from Kowloon, shot on a work trip in June 2012.

Luxury boutique hotel in Beijing's Chaoyang district with minimalist design, rain showers, and attached shopping mall. Room tour and photos.

Visit Harbin's International Snow & Ice Festival, the world's largest winter carnival. Giant ice sculptures lit by LED lights, Russian architecture, and brutally cold northeast China.

Walk the 2,100-foot Long Corridor and frozen lake at Beijing's Summer Palace. Hand-dug in the 1100s, it remains a feat of imperial engineering and art.

Beijing family trip to Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, and Summer Palace. Photos from winter sightseeing before a family wedding.

Jessica visits Gap store construction sites in Hong Kong ahead of November 2011 openings. Shopping guide for travelers to the city.

A day at Shanghai's 2010 World Expo visiting pavilions from Cuba, Iran, North Korea, and Morocco. More curiosity than revelation.

After 50+ visits to House of Prime Rib and trying Lawry's in Tokyo, a firsthand comparison of two legendary prime rib restaurants claiming to invent the concept.

A three-day visit to Shanghai in 2010 covering Yu Gardens, the world's fastest MagLev train, and dining in Xin Tian Di. Photos and travel notes from China's most cosmopolitan city.

Three days in Beijing covering the Great Wall, Forbidden City views, and hot pot dinners. Travel tips for navigating the capital.

A two-day Kyoto itinerary covering Kiyomizu-dera, the Golden Temple, and Ryoan-ji zen garden. Travel tips for the Shinkansen and getting around Japan's ancient capital.

A week in Tokyo with stops in Kyoto and Nikko. Hotels, transit tips, and photos from April 2010.

Hanoi blends 2,000 years of history with French colonial architecture, Hoan Kiem Lake, water puppet theater, and Ho Chi Minh's shrine. A walking guide to Vietnam's capital.

Exploring Halong Bay's limestone karsts and junk boats. A two-day cruise through Vietnam's most scenic UNESCO World Heritage site.

Navigate Ho Chi Minh City's chaotic traffic, French colonial landmarks, and street food. A 2007 firsthand account of Saigon's sprawling urban center.

A layover in Singapore: shopping on Orchard Road, chili crab, Clarke Quay nightlife, and why it's not a must-visit destination.

Visit Taipei 101, the world's tallest building in 2007, and explore Taiwan's complex history, culture, and role in East Asian geopolitics.

Photos of Angkor Wat's intricate carvings, dancing figurines, and temple architecture from June 2007.

Visiting Angkor Wat in Cambodia: how to get there, visa info, and the history of the Khmer Empire temples.

Tour Phang Nga Bay's limestone formations, caves, and James Bond Island. Includes elephant rides and floating villages near Phuket, Thailand.

Thailand's southern coast offers two extremes: the quiet spa resort town of Phang Nga or the raucous nightlife of Patong Beach near Phuket. Choose your vibe.

Walking Bangkok's Grand Palace, Reclining Buddha, and riverside temples. Budget travel tips and why you should skip the city for Thailand's coast.

Travel observations from Hong Kong and Bangkok, including transit tips, cultural etiquette, and local quirks across Asia.

Day trip to Macau, Asia's gambling hub. Portuguese colonial architecture, casinos rivaling Vegas, and the story of nearly missing the ferry.

Visit the 85-foot Big Buddha statue at Po Lin Monastery on Lantau Island. Ferry access, free entry, and scenic mountain views make this an easy day trip from Hong Kong.