Tokyo
Best time: Mar–May, Oct–Nov
Neon nights, quiet shrines and the best convenience-store snacks on Earth.
Asia
Hand-picked cities and islands with flights, stays and things to do in one place.
Seoul
Best time: Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov
Palaces beside glass towers, K-food markets and late-night karaoke.
Hong Kong
Best time: Oct–Dec
Harbour views, dim sum mornings and mountain trails minutes from downtown.
Shanghai
Best time: Apr–May, Sep–Nov
The Bund at night, French Concession lanes and soup dumplings done right.
Beijing
Best time: Apr–May, Sep–Oct
The Forbidden City, hutong alleys and a day hike on the Great Wall.
Malé (Maldives)
Best time: Nov–Apr
Overwater villas, house reefs and the clearest water you’ll ever see.