Conde Nast Traveler

Condé Nast Traveler magazine is filled with the travel secrets of celebrated writers and sophisticated travelers. Each monthly issue features breathtaking destinations, including the finest art, architecture, fashion, culture, cuisine, lodgings, and shopping. With Condé Nast Traveler as your guide, you'll discover the best islands, cities, spas, castles, and cruises.

editor’s letter

CAPITAL OF CRAFT • In Chiang Mai, a new generation of artisans is reinvigorating time-honored techniques

UNCHARTED WATERS • The Maldives fly-and-flop remains the gold standard of Asian honeymoons for a reason. But there are other once-in-a-lifetime experiences perfect for newlyweds elsewhere on the continent

SOUTHERN EXPOSURE • Cape Town’s innovative artists, designers, and chefs are bringing attention to the city’s Cape Malay heritage

REGENT HONG KONG

GOOD VIBRATIONS • In Bali and beyond, a new crop of design-driven hotels is bringing fresh energy to Indonesia’s blissful islands

MOUNTAIN MAGIC • A suddenly flourishing corner of Bhutan means more options for travelers

NEW SENSATIONS • Ever a city of the future, Singapore is evolving yet again, thanks to a rising wave of innovative entrepreneurs

Hungry Isle • A group of atmospheric new restaurants is redefining destination dining in the compact city-state

A Fresh Perspective

Bed Spread

THE INSIDER • Singapore Cocktail Festival cofounder Wai Mayleng on her favorite spots—and what’s shaking up the country’s bar scene

BEIJING, NIGHT AND DAY • Amy Li, the restaurateur behind Vietnamese hot spot Susu, shares her favorite places in the Chinese capital

RISING STARS • The homegrown brands of Abu Dhabi are a counterpoint to glitzy shopping centers and designer labels

Happy Returns • On an epic Southeast Asia sailing with Oceania Cruises, Ashlea Halpern learns to love life at sea—and the fresh perspective it gives her on a region she once called home

Hog Heaven • Vietnamese flavors are spicing up Houston’s traditional barbecue scene

Digital Nomads • Jordan’s wandering Bedouin are using social media to offer a window into their traditional way of life

it’s only natural • On the snowy Japanese island of Hokkaido, Danielle Demetriou discovers creative practices deeply rooted in the physical world—and in the Ainu traditions that have persisted here for centuries

another side of hokkaido

PARIS POUR TOUS • After an absence of several years, R.O. Kwon returns to France’s capital to uncover the growing influence Asian communities are having on the city

A NEW PARIS • FOR THIS TRIP, R.O. KWON VISITED SOUTHEAST- AND EAST ASIAN–RUN RESTAURANTS, GALLERIES, AND SHOPS

FAR OUT • Dropped into the sea 50 miles south of the Korean peninsula, Jeju might be the world’s most eccentric island paradise

taste of home • At India’s roadside fried-chicken stalls and no-frills omelet houses, two culinary whizzes sample bold flavors to riff on at their New York City restaurants. Alex Bhattacharji tags along

where to eat unapologetically • Chef Chintan Pandya’s must-try dining spots across India

HENRY GOLDING on TAIWAN