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Thailand, located in the center of mainland Southeast Asia, boasts a variety of landscapes including bustling metropolises and dense jungles. Even after visiting three times, I remain captivated by the vibrancy of its capital city, Bangkok, and the beauty of its jungles. During a recent expedition with my daughter, our journey began in Bangkok—a cosmopolitan

HOI AN: My daughter and I started our Vietnamese sojourn in Hoi An, a city on the banks of the poetic Thu Bon River on Vietnam’s south-central coast. Once a major port city, Hoi An has a long history beginning more than 2,000 years ago. The town grew from a small trading post to an

I have long been captivated by the Khmer Empire, one of history’s most sophisticated civilizations. More than 300 years before Christopher Columbus’ voyage, the Khmer Empire wielded significant influence across Southeast Asia, encompassing parts of present-day Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. At its peak from the 11th to 13th centuries, the empire surpassed even the

In the heart of California’s famed wine country lies Napa Valley, a destination promising an unparalleled experience for both lovers of wines and lovers of the finer things. The Meritage Resort & Spa is the ideal beginning to a Napa Valley vacation, where visitors can partake in wine tastings, exhilarating outdoor activities, fine dining, and

Nature’s beauty can be profoundly transformative. Take Kimpton Mas Olas, a resort revealing a new level of sustainable beachfront luxury located in the artist’s haven of Todos Santos—just one hour north of Cabo San Lucas. Nestled between Mexico’s Sierra Laguna Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, the 30-acre resort features 1,100 feet of unspoiled ocean footage.