Explore the World with VelvetVoyager

The world's favourite island destination — rice terraces, temples, extraordinary spa culture and private villa accommodation at prices that make luxury genuinely affordable for Australians.

Asia's most electric city — extraordinary street food, grand temples, rooftop bars and a nightlife scene that never stops. The gateway to Thailand and endlessly rewarding in its own right.

Thailand's cultural capital — mountain temples, night markets, cooking classes and an exceptional quality of life that attracts long-term travellers and digital nomads from around the world.

Sri Lanka's capital — the starting point for most island circuits. Pettah market, the Dutch colonial fort, excellent Colombo 7 restaurants and the gateway to Kandy, the Hill Country and the south coast.

India's capital — the Red Fort, Humayun's Tomb, Old Delhi's Chandni Chowk market labyrinth, and the gateway to the Golden Triangle. Overwhelming, extraordinary and utterly unlike anywhere else.

The most beautiful island destination in the Philippines — towering limestone karst cliffs, hidden lagoons, white sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise water that rivals anywhere on earth.

Vietnam's ancient capital — French colonial architecture, the best pho in the country, Hoan Kiem Lake and the gateway to Ha Long Bay. A city that rewards slow exploration.

The most romantic town in Vietnam — lantern-lit streets, ancient trading port architecture, extraordinary tailors and exceptional food. The definitive highlight of most Vietnam itineraries.

Asia's most vertical city — Victoria Harbour, dim sum that rivals anything in China, hiking trails with extraordinary views, the Star Ferry, and a unique blend of British colonial heritage and Chinese culture.

The Pink City — Amber Fort, the Hawa Mahal, the City Palace and the best textile and jewellery markets in Rajasthan. The most photogenic stop on the Golden Triangle and essential for any India first-timer.

The gateway to the Himalayas — Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Thamel's trekking infrastructure and the beginning of the world's great mountain journeys. An extraordinary city of ancient cultures.

Thailand's most relaxed island — long sandy beaches, clear water, excellent diving and snorkelling, and an unhurried pace that makes it the ideal destination for couples and travellers who want real rest.

Japan's ancient imperial capital — 1,600 temples, geisha districts that still function as they have for centuries, extraordinary ryokan accommodation and the world's most beautiful cherry blossom season.

Japan's food capital and most relaxed major city — Dotonbori's neon-lit street food scene, Osaka Castle, the best takoyaki and okonomiyaki in the country, and excellent day trip access to Kyoto and Nara.

Malaysia's food capital — George Town is a UNESCO heritage city with extraordinary street art, Peranakan shophouses, some of the best street food in Asia and a thriving cafe culture.

Cambodia's capital — a city of extraordinary resilience and contrast. The Royal Palace, the riverside, excellent French-Cambodian cuisine and the sobering but essential Tuol Sleng Museum.

Thailand's largest island — Patong's legendary beach strip, world-class diving at the Similan Islands, luxury resorts in the north and a stunning coastline of limestone karst formations.

One of Asia's most underrated capitals — extraordinary food (Korean BBQ, chimaek, banchan), the Han River parks, Gyeongbokgung Palace, cutting-edge fashion and K-pop culture, and world-class safety.

Home to Angkor Wat — one of the greatest archaeological sites on earth. The temples of Angkor are genuinely extraordinary at sunrise, and Siem Reap itself has become a vibrant, welcoming town.

The gateway to Asia — extraordinary food hawker centres, Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands, Sentosa Island and some of the finest hotels in the world. An easy first international destination for Australians.

The world's greatest city — Michelin-starred restaurants at every price point, ancient temples beside neon-lit towers, extraordinary safety and a culture of precision and hospitality unlike anywhere else on earth.