BANGKOK, THAILAND

Flight Time from Singapore to Bangkok: 2 hours, 25 minutes

We love a weekend in Bangkok. It's a city of dualities—from quintessential luxury to a burgeoning creative scene, some of Asia's most coveted fine dining experiences to smokey street markets.  

Nightlife in Bangkok is also hard to beat. From upscale cocktail lounges like The Loft at Waldorf Astoria Bangkok and the secretive Ku Bar, to a sophisticated dive bar revival with hot spots like Teens of Thailand and Smalls. Long story short, you really can't go wrong in the Thai capital. 

Our picks for five-star hotels in Bangkok include The Sukhothai, Rosewood Bangkok, and The Siam—a spectacular riverside hotel designed by Bill Bensley. 

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HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM 

Flight Time from Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City: 2 hours, 10 minutes

Ho Chi Minh City—still called Saigon by many locals and tourists—is vibrant, dynamic and chaotic in the best of ways.

The food alone is reason enough to visit, whether that's a nourishing bowl of pho from Benh Thanh Market or exploring Saigon's exciting restaurant scene. Don't skip modern Vietnamese restaurant Anan helmed by chef Peter Cuong Franklin, and chic Mediterranean hotspot, Quince. 

As for where to stay, Mia Saigon, Hôtel des Arts, The Myst Dong Khoi and of course, the unapologetically extravagant The Reverie Saigon. 

BALI, INDONESIA 

Flight Time from Singapore to Bali: 2 hours, 40 minutes

Each pocket of Bali offers something unique. Those looking for laidback luxury should head to the serene beaches and clifftops of Uluwatu. Not only is it home to great surf and fabulous beach clubs like Ulu Cliffhouse and Sunday's, Uluwatu is also home to some of Bali's most stunning hotels and villas. We personally love Alila Villas Uluwatu, Hidden Hills Villas and Six Senses Uluwatu.

For the more adventurous, escape to the wild jungles and valleys of Ubud. Stay at Amandari for a luxe take on traditional Balinese architecture, or Four Seasons Bali at Sayan, which has seriously breathtaking views. If you can't get a booking there, at least pay a visit to Jati Bar, which looks straight out of a James Bond film. 

Those seeking more of a "scene" in Bali will love the buzzing restaurants and bars of Canggu. Be sure to check out our personal favourite, Mason, which serves delicious wood-fired dishes, and for modern Indonesian done exceptionally well, head to Ulekan. Spend a sunset or two at beachside hangouts like The Lawn and La Brisa. 

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SIEM REAP, CAMBODIA 

Flight Time from Singapore to Siem Reap: 2 hours, 10 minutes

A visit to Siem Reap isn't just a holiday, but a humbling lesson in history and resilience. Despite its painful and complicated past, Siem Reap today is a proud and vibrant city that holds fast to its storied past—be sure to visit the temples of Angkor Wat, and learn about the perils that Cambodia faced during Pol Pot's brutal regime at the Siem Reap War Museum.

Siem Reap straddles past and present by way of beautiful colonial architecture, chic boutique hotels, lively restaurants that celebrate Khmer cuisine and an exciting art scene—we recommend visiting the Mirage Contemporary Art Space.

Some must-try restaurants in Siem Reap include Marum, an authentic Khmer restaurant in a two-storey wooden house, Malis for "living Cambodian cuisine", as well as Sugar Palm and Viroth's. 

To stay, our picks for luxury in hotels in Siem Reap are the retro-chic Aman property, Amansara, and the monochrome masterpiece that is Shinta Mani Angkor. 

GALLE, SRI LANKA 

Flight Time from Singapore to Galle: 3 hours, 45 minutes

Galle in Sri Lanka is arguably one of the most underrated beach destinations in Asia. There's the beautiful rock pools at Thalpe, and the seductive shores of Dalawella and Unawatuna.

With stunning beaches and sleepy streets lined with Unesco-listed buildings shrouded by towering palm trees, there's something truly lovely about Galle that instantly puts your mind at ease. 

We also love Galle's historic hotels, including Amangalla, The Galle Fort Hotel and Bilin Tree House.

HONG KONG 

Flight Time from Singapore to Hong Kong: 4 hours, 5 minutes

If you're looking for an electric, fast-paced weekend getaway, it's hard to look past the neon lights, skyscrapers and beating pulse of Hong Kong. 

The food alone is worth going for. From Hong Kong's famed street food—we asked Hong Kong's top chefs for their picks of the best wonton noodles and cha siu—to an exciting and dynamic fine dining scene. Check out Tatler's list of Hong Kong’s top 20 restaurants of 2023. 

Don't sleep on the nightlife, either. Bars range from fabulous cocktail bars like Argo at the Four Seasons and COA, a widely recognised pioneer in promoting agave spirits in Asia, to charming local watering holes like Shady Acres and Tai Lung Fung. 

To stay, we recommend The Upper House and Rosewood Hong Kong for spacious, stylish rooms with epic views. 

THE MALDIVES 

Flight Time from Singapore to Male: 4 hours, 35 minutes

If you're looking to really get away—like far, far away—few places can guarantee the level of privacy and seclusion that The Maldives can. 

Most resorts are on their own private island, designed to make you feel worlds away from your day-to-day. Given the incredible natural surroundings and vulnerable ecosystems that surround The Maldives, we recommend seeking out resorts that make sustainability and conservation a priority. 

Some of the best and most sustainable resorts in The Maldives include Soneva Jani, Soneva Fushi, Patina Maldives Fari Islands and One & Only Reethi Rah. 

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TAIPEI, TAIWAN

Flight Time from Singapore to Taipei: 4 hour, 45 minutes

The Taiwanese capital is buzzing with lively night markets—check out our round-up of the best night markets in Taipei here—vibrant nightlife and awe-inspiring temples.

Unbeknownst to many, Taipei is also home to some seriously beautiful natural landscapes—take a day trip to Beitou's thermal hot springs, or hike Elephant Mountain for spectacular views of the city. 

Our pick for five-star hotels in Taipei are Mandarin Oriental Taipei, Humble House, Grand Hyatt Taipei and W Taipei.

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