Asia

We don’t need to sell Bali as a holiday destination. The Indonesian island province has been a getaway favourite for many and for…

While most Balinese getaways entail laying on a banana lounge next to a pool and not moving for a week, we reckon your next trip to Bali…

Don’t get us wrong, we love Bali as much as the next person, but there’s a whole lot more to Indonesia that you’re…

Ah Bali, the ultimate holiday destination for Aussies looking for a blissed out vacay filled with cocktails, beach clubs and ridiculously…

The future is now and a hotel in Japan is leading the way, replacing staff with holograms and robots. At the Henn-na Hotel, located in…

It’s safe to say this year has helped us to develop a new-found appreciation for international travel. While long-haul travel is…

Japan is one of those truly rare year-round destinations, where each season somehow changes the vibe of the entire country. This probably…

So you're thinking of jet setting to Japan as soon as boarders open? Sweet choice! While we're sure you've heard…

Here’s the deal, workations are the new staycations and we’re not even remotely mad about it. Earlier this year, off the back…

Anyone who’s stayed in a hostel will have no doubt spotted the weathered traveller with 20+ flag patches on their backpack;…

While it’s been nearly two decades since the first Harry Potter flick hit the big screen, our love for the teen wizard and his magical…

We can’t lie, all this talk about a second wave of COVID has us feeling a little down as the possibility of an overseas adventure…

I don’t know about you guys, but Sri Lanka was sitting at the top of the 2020 bucket list for just about everyone I know. But then…

Home to stunning beaches, incredible animal experiences, mountains, rainforests, delicious food and must-see sights, there’s no…

There’s about 1,000 reasons why we’re so obsessed with Japan. The food, the culture, the people, the snow, the food… you…

Travel might be off the cards for a while, but it doesn't mean we can't start planning our next dream getaway, and while we're…

We’re all dreaming of a holiday right now, and once international travel is opened back up, you’ll be needing a destination that…

COVID-19 is quite literally taking over the world and if you’re one of the hundreds of thousands who had planned to travel in the next…

Vegan or not, you’ll want to book yourself a spot at Tanaman, Bali’s newest plant-based restaurant next time you’re in…

Not so long ago it was pretty simple to navigate Niseko’s foodie scene, mostly because there was nothing but a few ramen shops,…

2020 might be a brand new decade filled with endless new opportunities, but some things stay the same. Holidaying for the…

While we don’t like to play favourites, Vietnam is one of the most incredible countries to visit. And while it’s tempting to…

Hanoi is an eating paradise where the range of delicious options is overshadowed only by their absolute affordability. On any given day, you…

If January has your bank balance, liver and holiday memories running low, then we have just what you need—free flights! No…

We’re big fans of trying to tick off as many bucket list experiences as possible in our lifetime, and they don’t get much more…

Seeing as forest bathing is our new favourite wellness activity, we thought we better find a way to incorporate it into our travel plans for…

Ready yourself for peak nostalgia—and the age-old debate of who is better… Mario or Luigi?—because the world is about to…

Meet a Thai friend on a Bangkok street and instead of asking how you are, they’ll probably query: “Gin khao laew ruu…

If you’ve ever found yourself in Bali during school holidays or hoiking your suitcase up 100-year-old staircases in Europe during a…

Is there anything better than lounging poolside on a lush tropical island, cocktail in hand while the stresses of daily life slowly melt…

From the Summer Olympic Games to cultural extravaganzas and hot hotel openings, there are dozens of reasons to plan a holiday for 2020. The…

As we turn the page over to a fresh new year, it’s the perfect time to plan for the 12 months ahead. And with a brand-spanking-new…

While we hate to play favourites, we’re going to go ahead and say straight up that Hiriketiya is our favourite spot to hang out on the…

There’s nothing better than a good waterfall with the thundering flow of water and dramatic rock faces in a truly jaw-dropping…

There’s a lot to love about Sri Lanka, from it’s tropical beaches to the cool climate hill country with tea plantations and…

If you’re looking for a cheap and relaxing beach holiday but you can’t fathom yet another trip to Bali, look no further than Sri…

There are few places left off the beaten path. Anywhere you want to jet set, it’s just a hop, skip and Insta search away. Enter…

As far as iconic, beautiful, and other-worldly travel destinations go, Hong Kong is right up there with the best of them. Any traveller…

We all know that eating like a local is key to a good holiday, but why limit yourself to a single restaurant at each meal when you can taste…

A sprawling metropolis boasting a unique mix of tradition and cutting-edge technology, you need to send Seoul straight to the top of your…

Kuala Lumpur (KL) has always moved at slightly breakneck speed. Chinese and Malay tin miners carved out the original settlement in the…

Whether you’re a big business boss, full-time freelancer or a small-time side-hustler, sometimes you need to get away from the…

Ever wanted to eat chocolate covered things two or three times a day and not feel guilty about it? Then hiking the Annapurna Circuit in…

When you think of Nepal, you probably think of Everest or the Annapurna Circuit, maybe a couple of other trekking circuits are on the tip of…

The bustling, tourist-central regions of Bali get a pretty bad rap sometimes, but away from Denpasar’s madness, Kuta’s party…

Singapore is one seriously indulgent place. The buzzing cosmopolitan city is a melting pot of culture, excellent food and even better bars.…

Before you disregard this as just any other vegetarian festival, think again, because this nine-day event is like nothing you’ve ever…

Sometimes it’s nice to give up the gas guzzler for a big city holiday, but if you’re the kind who likes to explore beyond the…

We are very fortunate in Australia to experience a generous portion of Vietnamese culture. Just head to Cabramatta in Sydney’s west,…

Experiencing the local cuisine is usually the number one priority for us when on holiday, and there’s no better place to do it than at…

Following a more than two-year long renovation, Singapore’s oldest hotel, Raffles, has officially reopened its doors.  The…

Let’s be real: most of us don’t have much cash to splash on regular holidays, let alone go on an art-buying rampage at some of…

There’s no denying it, bubble tea is having a serious moment. And if you needed further proof of our obsession with this tasty tipple…

What makes a dreamy tropical holiday 1000 times better? Puppies of course.  If winter has you feeling down, you’ll want to book…

Home to stunning beaches, mountains, rainforests, delicious food and must-see sights, it’s not surprising Sri Lanka has risen to the…

If you’ve heard of freediving but don’t really know what it entails, you might think it’s crazy, dangerous, reckless or…

Dirt cheap airfares and new flight paths popping up every other month means travel is more accessible than it's ever been before, which…

All the statistics show that solo travel is one of the most popular, and fastest growing, ways to see the world. And while many of us go it…

Hong Kong is a foodie destination crammed with so many culinary options in a jam-packed space you're likely to suffer from extreme…

Singapore is one of the safest and cleanest places in the world, so it’s an absolute no brainer for a solo traveller. It’s also…

Being at the airport doesn’t have to be boring; that is if you’re flying through Singapore’s Changi Airport. In case you…

When you’re thinking about an overseas holiday away from the tourist hordes, Bali is probably the last place that springs to mind. And…

If you’re looking for a zen dining experience, you might want to check out the Peninsula Hotel in Hong Kong. This hotel is known for…

It’s no secret that we are big fans of Bali. So, in an effort to have something more than Friday lunch in the calendar to look forward…

With its manicured roadside gardens, hefty price tags and lack of suspicious street smells, Singapore is more like the South East Asian…

Bali can do no wrong. The people are lovely, the massages are cheap and the weather is amazing. And now there’s another reason…

Thailand’s big, immersive musical festival, Colours of Love, is back for its third year and apply for annual leave now. Set…

Cliff top oasis and Bali beach club Ulu Ciffhouse has been redefining beachside nightlife since it opened its doors in 2017. With direct…

Unless you’ve been living under some kind of well-ventilated rock you’ll know all about a little film called Crazy Rich…

Christmas has come early for Harry Potter fans everywhere thanks to the legends at Changi Airport in Singapore. They've teamed up with…

Between its urban interior and playful Mexican-fusion menu, Two Fingers feels more like New York or Melbourne than the tropical cafes or…

Introducing Manarai Beach House, a ridiculous new beachfront establishment that you need to check into, pretty much right now. Can confirm…

Bet you thought those hours between flights were for handy-wipe showers and napping in a corner didn’t you? Well, they can be, if you…

Is it almost time for your quarterly stay-cay in Bali? After all, an island paradise (you don’t need roses or love drama to survive…

An area synonymous with rice fields, luxe five star resorts and (let’s face it) Australian wanderlusters, Ubud is now home to a…

If you needed another excuse to escape winter and head to Bali, Tropicola is it. The brand new beach club from the guys behind…

It’s time to chat about Bali—you’ve all been there once or twice in your lifetime. You’ve probably ticked Seminyak…

For anyone who’s ever tried to organise a girls’ trip, we feel you. Syncing everyone’s cals and getting them to commit to…

If you needed another excuse to escape winter and head to Bali, Tropicola is it. The brand new beach club, from the guys behind…

If you needed another excuse to escape winter and head to Bali, Tropicola is it. The brand new beach club from the guys behind…

Hopeless Ramen-tic’s listen up. The Japanese staple of ramen reigns supreme in Toyko. It has everything you could dream of: noodles,…

Gone are the days of a Bali vacay being synonymous with Bintang, fake Havaianas and bad decisions (although, let’s be real,…

In case you’ve been living under a rock, we’re living in the age of the side hustle. Everywhere you look, someone is launching a…

Sri Lanka is the destination on everyone's travel lips at the moment, and with so many things to do in Sri Lanka we knew we had to…

A Bangkok hotel is leading environmental change and is set to become home to the first new hotel in Asia to be free of single-use plastics.…

 Sitting a comfortable distance away from the hustle and bustle of Kuta and Seminyak, Uluwatu is your glimpse into the true beauty of…

  Sitting a comfortable distance away from the hustle and bustle of Kuta and Seminyak, Uluwatu is your glimpse into the true beauty of…

It’s a classic phrase found embroidered on just about everything across the Internet, but lets repeat the One True Edict just in…

If there’s one thing that’s sure to get our attention, it’s a new beach bar, and when we’re told said bar is…

If there’s one thing that’s sure to get our attention, it’s a new beach bar, and when we’re told said bar is…

If you haven’t booked a trip to Bali this year, you’re about to #RIPSavings. The world’s first OMNIA Dayclub has opened…

It’s a new year, and that means a clean slate. This year could be anything, guys. We know you’re already strategically planning…

Holidays are often seen as a luxury. And we get it, we really do—those things are expensive. But, here at The Urban List we are super…

Let’s face it—we all need a little magic in our lives and nothings spells magic like a unicorn. These mythical creatures have…

It’s that time of year. Love Actually is on TV, you’ve brought the fake tan back out, and you shake your head every time you see…

Fact: everything is sweeter when it’s cheaper. That tenth free coffee? Tastier. The half price gym membership just before…

We’re getting Dewy Decimal headaches just looking at this thing. Welcome to the new ‘Eye of Binhai’ in Tianjin,…

No matter how many times you've been to Bali, the cheap airfares, luxe accommodation and incredible bars and restaurants will draw…

Aside from being Air Asia’s hub to the east, Malaysia is a melting pot of culture, colour and cuisines. It’s got the high rises…

Whether you’re chasing cultural experiences, some relaxation and rejuvenation or just want to party for 48 hours straight, Siem Reap…