From snacks to main dishes and desserts, here’s a roundup of the auspicious foods you need to know about and my favourite spots to find them in town.

Chinese New Year is an exciting but equally frazzling time for people outside the culture. Here’s a complete breakdown of what people do before and during the first month of the festival.

Here’s a list of fail-safe greetings that will keep you well-prepared for all the prospective red packets you run into. Wow your friends and family with wishes galore for wealth and health in the Year of the Snake!

Shopping in Japan can be a thrilling experience, but only if you know where to look.

From the colour red to firecrackers and assigned animals for each year, dive into the rich tapestry of folklore behind the most important festival in Chinese culture.

Oozing cheerful energy with a touch of Northern flair on the edge of Chiang Mai’s historic old town.

Nestled in the charming Chang Khlan area, Loy’s attentive staff and tranquil pool make it perfect for unwinding after long days of exploration.

Unwind at a timeless oasis of serenity in the bustling heart of town.

From council hall to luxe hotel, step back in time within these restored walls and feel right at home.

Everything you need to know about celebrating gratitude and togetherness under a full moon.

Not all beachfront hotels are created equal. This gorgeous Victorian terrace house is an interior designer’s dream and features the best local produce from Sussex.

How the best property in town, IMO, rose from a humble coaching inn to a contemporary boutique hotel.

An indulgent cabinet of curiosities and a home away from home, inspired by Kensington’s bygone “golden era”.

White dinosaur eggs by day, glowing ombre against a glittering skyline by night.

Calling all travellers looking for a chic stay to explore more laidback but equally well-preserved parts of the French scene.

The original pink hotel makes its mark in an up-and-coming area with historic landmarks.

Lens has come a long way from its past in the World War I, rising quickly as a mining town that now houses the second Louvre in France.

Industrial city turned creative hotbed and final stop for an esteemed cycling race, the town of Roubaix has something for everyone.

The third stop of Kongkee’s solo exhibition lands in Tai Kwun, with selected works from the Asian Art Museum and newly commissioned pieces.

Wedged between the vibrant Lille and its textile cousin Roubaix, Croix is a quaint, middle-class suburb. It’s also home to the unmissable Villa Cavrois, brazenly modern and clad in yellow.