Marissa Carruthers is a freelance journalist specializing in the things she loves most: travel, culture, lifestyle and the environment. Since relocating to Cambodia in 2012, the native Brit has been immersing herself in the region’s delights, writing about her discoveries along the way – a journey that is far from over. In addition to T+L Southeast Asia, she regularly contributes to the South China Morning Post, BBC Travel, DestinAsian, Mongabay and covers Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam for TTG Asia. When she is able to escape Phnom Penh’s concrete jungle, where she’s based, you’ll find her lazing on the shores of an idyllic tropical island or somewhere surrounded by nature.
Inspiration
From Angkor to Phnom Penh to the southern islands, your votes have been counted!
Food & Drink
We preview this culinary high, and round up other resorts in the region where you can fly on site.
Food & Drink
Once you read about the simple genius of ecoSPIRITS, you’ll demand your favorite bartender green up your next drink.
Food & Drink
Can you guess which country has the most bars on the 50 Best list in 2021? Hint: Cocktail culture is roaring back in this Asian capital.
Hotels & Resorts
This is our ulti-mutt guide to petcations in Asia Pacific, the cute kitty corners at Kimpton Maa-Lai Bangkok just one pawsome example.
Inspiration
Michelin meals and spa services for dogs, cats and rabbits at 40,000 feet. VistaJet goes all out with private-jet petcations.
Hotels & Resorts
These are some of the best luxe experiences that help us give back to the places we visit.
Culture
Angkor Wat is an architectural world wonder. But here’s why you should channel your inner Indiana Jones and visit these equally amazing secret temples next time you’re in Cambodia.
Inspiration
From flying through treetops to indigenous immersions, these are some of Southeast Asia’s shining stars that put sustainability at their heart. In honor of Earth Day, plan your next trip to make a difference.
Culture
Cambodia is home to a unique wealth of wildlife. Here’s how you can help some of the country’s cuddly – and not so cuddly – creatures in need.
Hotels & Resorts
Once-sleepy Kampot now has its first luxury resort.