The capital of Malaysian Borneo is one of Asia’s most alluring cities, with fabulous food and new hotels, but little traffic and few high-rises to spoil the laid-back vibe
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Highlights of Malaysia
The wild and urban attractions of this south-east Asian destination include scuba diving, orangutan spotting, remote island getaways – and a helipad rooftop bar in Kuala Lumpur
Ziggy Stardust snake and Klingon newt among 163 new species discovered in the Mekong – in pictures
Other finds in the biodiverse greater Mekong region include a rare banana species from Thailand and a tiny frog from Cambodia and Vietnam
Holidays in Iran: readers’ travel tips
Our well-travelled readers pick Iranian hill villages, palaces and guesthouses, plus unusual events such as ancient athletics and ritual mourning
How Nasa technology uncovered the ‘megacity’ of Angkor
Recent laser surveys have revealed traces of a vast urban settlement, comparable in size to Los Angeles, around the temples of Angkor in the Cambodian jungle. The ancient Khmer capital was never lost … it just got a bit overgrown
‘I’m in love with a whole continent’ – Colin Thubron on his passion for Asia
The continent that ‘both invites and resists understanding’ has always fascinated the travel writer. And his favourite country is today the saddest: Syria
Laos town known for drunkenness and tourist deaths cleans up its act
The town of Vang Vieng in Laos was once synonymous with backpacker excess, but now offers adventure activities that make the most of its stunning location
10 of the best beachside stays in tropical Asia
Great value bungalows and cabanas in Asia
Diving in Borneo: the Derawan islands and a blissful life aquatic
The Derawan islands in Indonesia
Airbnb’s booming city neighbourhoods
Airbnb data reveals districts that have soared in popularity on the home-sharing site, with Osaka and Bangkok top of the list
Julian Worker Travel - A few ideas for your next trip in every direction 