Condé Nast Traveler
This is Where Health Insurance Will Cost You the Most—and Least—Around the World
The SIP Health Cost Index ranks the average cost of private health insurance in 60 countries, including Singapore, Morocco, and Malta.
Lonely Planet
The Best Historic Hotels in Asia
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Condé Nast Traveler
The Tremendous Revival of Bangkok's Chao Phraya Waterfront
Tony Perrottet visits the banks of the Chao Phraya River, where old-school noodle stalls now share space with Michelin-starred restaurants and gilded temples soar over former warehouses turned art galleries.
National Geographic
In Bangkok, Disused Shophouses Are the City's New Hotspots
Behind weathered wooden doors in Bangkok’s Chinatown, entrepeneurs are transforming their ancestral homes into fashionable restaurants and creative spaces.
nytimes.com
The New York Times
1,200 Miles From Singapore to Bangkok Before a Historic Shuttle Closes
A writer takes a weeklong journey, from the island city-state to the Thai capital, in the final days of a historic rail connection.
Afar
10 Best Places to Travel in November
This article was originally published in September 2025 and most recently updated on September 21, 2026. November is a month to give thanks, and not just in America. Venice builds a bridge across the ...
Lonely Planet
Seeing is Believing: How 3 photographers use a CAMON 50 Ultra 5G
Lonely Planet and TECNO team up to launch a contest called: Seeing is Believing. Three photographers use the same camera to shoot three different cities.
Lonely Planet
12 things to know before traveling to Bangkok
Arriving in Bangkok can be a sensory overload. Get a handle on the city ahead of time with these tips on transportion, safety, scams and etiquette.
afar.com
Afar
It Took Years to Restore This 1888 Bangkok Landmark. Now It’s Opening as a Luxury Hotel
A 19th-century landmark on the Chao Phraya River will reopen as the Langham Custom House Bangkok in December 2026 following an extensive restoration. It is now accepting reservations. Guest rooms at ...
Afar
The Best Country for Living Abroad Is Closer to the U.S. Than You Might Think
Foreigners living in to Panama appreciate the country’s pleasant climate and how easy it is to travel to places like the San Blas Islands, pictured here. This article was originally published in 2023 ...
The New York Times
See Which 52 Places to Go We’ve Already Visited From Warsaw to Bangkok
Now halfway through the year, we’ve made it to 11 of our picks, uncovering lesser-known spots where the American Revolution was fought, all-night parties in Poland and more.
National Geographic
Where to eat in Bangkok, from street food to fine dining
You’re almost guaranteed a good meal in the Thai capital, whether it’s a noodle bowl from a hole in the wall or a multi-course tasting menu at a smart rooftop restaurant.
BBC Travel
'NonnaMaxxing': Tourists are paying to travel like grandmothers
Whether it's making pasta with an Italian nonna or sightseeing with a gran in Japan, Gen-Zers and millennials are increasingly seeking out granny-led travel experiences.
Condé Nast Traveler
The Best Spas Around the World, According to Our Wellness Editors
The best wellness destinations in the world, according to spa experts—these are the winners of the 2026 Wellness & Spa Guide.
Condé Nast Traveler
A Guide to Bangkok's Ever-Evolving Chinatown
Edgy art, hot-ticket restaurants, and neon-lit shopping.
Atlas Obscura
Wat Pho Reclining Buddha in Bangkok, Thailand
The reclining Buddha is 46 meters long (about 150 feet) and gold-plated, and represents the Buddha entering complete spiritual enlightenment. The soles of the statue’s feet are inlaid with exquisite mother-of-pearl, featuring a wheel (dharma) at the center of each foot, symbolizing cause and effect as well as a powerful chakra point where universal energy flows into the body. These feet are fur…
Condé Nast Traveler
15 Best Airbnbs in Bangkok
These homes are the perfect jumping-off point for exploring Thailand's capital city.
Afar
These Are the Best New Hotels of 2025
Each year, after much consideration and debate, Afar’s global network of editors, writers, and travel advisors anoints the best new and renovated hotels in the world. For 2025, we’ve selected 25 ...