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Beyond Tokyo and Kyoto: Why Travellers Should Look to Rural Japan
Selective Asia spotlights private mountain villas, preserved samurai towns and remote forest islands as demand from the UK continues to grow October 2026 – Japan's popularity among British travellers shows little sign of slowing. During the first half of 2026, the country welcomed more than…
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Supermarket Tourism: The everyday food aisles shaping Asia’s most flavourful travel moments
Imagery available here. Across Asia, some of the most revealing travel experiences are found not only in restaurants, markets and street food stalls, but in the everyday places where local life unfolds - supermarket aisles, convenience stores and corner shops. From Japan’s renowned konbini snacks…
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Why Cultural Travel Is Shifting Away from Asia’s Big Capital Cities to the Countryside
Imagery here As travel across Asia continues to evolve, so too does the way travellers choose to experience it. While the region’s iconic capitals and cultural hubs have long drawn visitors, growing conversations around overtourism, alongside the introduction of visitor caps, tourist taxes, and…
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Cooler, Higher, Greener: Asia’s Smartest Summer Escapes
Signature high-res images here. Selective Asia spotlights seasonally distinctive destinations for travellers seeking an alternative to sweltering summer city breaksOptions include Hokkaido, Japan, with its alpine landscapes and flower fields; Northern Vietnam’s Mu Cang Chai, known for misty…
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THE RISING TREND OF TRIPCHAINING: WHAT IS IT, AND HOW TO DO IT WITH SELECTIVE ASIA?
THE RISING TREND OF TRIPCHAINING: WHAT IS IT, AND HOW TO DO IT WITH SELECTIVE ASIA? The tripchaining trend shines a light on the type of travel Selective Asia have been championing for years: combining two or more destinations into one extended journey to reduce number of flights and…
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ASIA THROUGH THE SEASONS: SELECTIVE ASIA’S SHOULDER SEASON SECRETS - WHERE TO GO AND WHEN IN 2025
February 2025: One of the most populous places on the planet, Asia is home to many bustling hotspots that can often feel overwhelming for travellers, but visiting during the shoulder season can transform the experience. While not significantly cheaper, shoulder season often provides better…
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BRIGHTON PAVILION TO INDIA’S TAJ MAHAL - FOUNDER OF SELECTIVE ASIA, NICK PULLEY, TO EMBARK ON A NO-FLY TRANSCONTINENTAL ADVENTURE
· Travelling a total distance of 12,880km on a trip that will take 2 months, cross 13 borders, and require 39 trains; Nick is set to embark on an adventure of a lifetime · To celebrate Nick’s trip, Selective Asia will be covering the cost of a train ticket for
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AS ASTROTOURISM CONTINUES TO ESTABLISH ITSELF AS ONE OF THE BIGGEST MOVEMENTS IN TRAVEL, SELECTIVE ASIA INVITES DARK SKY HUNTERS TO CONSIDER ASIA
· Nighttime light pollution covers nearly 80% of the globe which is perhaps why it’s become such a trend to escape to destinations with the darkest skies blanketed in stars. After all, we’re all in search of the extra ordinary. In fact, Selective Asia has experienced a 300% increase…