Kate Appleton

Now based in Hong Kong, New York native Kate is the head of digital content for Discovery. What's the best solo trip you've taken? 'Milan and Lake Como. Two kids later, I'm ready for another solo adventure!'

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Best Hotels in Kyoto for Your Next Visit

Travellers are increasing spoiled for choice, as Japan’s most enchanting city makes room for more contemporary places to stay
Singapore

10 Things to Do in Singapore That You Can’t Do in Hong Kong

There are many reasons Hongkongers should be excited to make Singapore their next getaway
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Capella Bangkok: The Thai Capital’s Latest Riverfront Masterpiece

The new Capella Bangkok is the latest luxury hotel on the banks of the Chao Phraya, offering stellar views and waterfront vibes
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Miss Travelling? Check Out the Best Hotel Deals for Future Travel

As COVID-19 restrictions continue, many hotel brands are enticing travellers with flexible ‘pay now, stay later’ offers. We’ve rounded up the best value deals
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The Four Seasons Bangkok Is the New Riverfront Retreat You Need

Bangkok’s artsy Charoenkrung neighbourhood was missing a top hotel – until the arrival of the Four Seasons, a tranquil base with endless water views
Thailand

3 Hotspots to Hit Up Next Time You’re in Bangkok

Skip the obvious and head to Bangkok’s latest creative hub, a rooftop craft beer bar and a rising chef’s southern Thai restaurant
Food and drink

9 Questions for Chôm Chôm’s New Chef John Nguyen

Fresh from New York, where he was awarded ‘Chef of the Year’ by Eater, John Nguyen is bringing his unconventional approach to Chôm Chôm, a Hanoi-style Hong Kong restaurant
USA

West Coast 101: A Family Road Trip from San Francisco to Seattle

A young family's first road trip features redwood forests, windswept beaches, ice cream breaks and lessons learned along Highway 101
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Be the Chef’s Guest at These Hotels

What happens when chefs turn into hoteliers? We sample the results at leading chef-owned properties around the world
Ireland

A Photographer’s Tour of Dublin in 48 Hours

Travel photographer Mike Pickles spent 48 hours capturing Dublin's classic and contemporary mix as a first-time visitor
Washington State

10 Reasons to Visit Seattle

Seattle is the US’s fastest-growing big city. But amid this energy, a slower life pervades in its outdoor gems and cultural institutions. As Cathay Pacific launches Hong Kong's only non-stop service there, we round up 10 reasons to visit
Washington State

Get to Know Seattle Inside Out

It's two tales of a city as Lotte Jeffs visits for the first time – and Seattle insider Kate Appleton heads for the outdoors
Food and drink

Seattle’s Buzzing Coffee Scene

The birthplace of Starbucks also supports a number of indie coffee shops. Find out what's brewing and where to get your fix
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Urban Hotels on the Waterfront

Enjoy rooms (and rooftops) with a view at these waterfront hotels in Brooklyn, Cape Town, Singapore and Stockholm
Food and drink

Finnish Restaurant Grön Pops Up in Hong Kong

Chef-owner Toni Kostian of innovative restaurant Grön shares plans for his Hong Kong pop-up, plus his favourite places to eat in Helsinki

Kate Appleton

Now based in Hong Kong, New York native Kate is the head of digital content for Discovery. What's the best solo trip you've taken? 'Milan and Lake Como. Two kids later, I'm ready for another solo adventure!'

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