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Inspiration by Cathay |
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Unmissable stories, delicious adventures, amazing discoveries | | | 
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20 October 2025 |
Welcome back to Inspiration by Cathay: a curated selection of stories to inspire your next adventure.
Seek out thrills across Asia, traverse a Saudi Arabian desert in search of art and kickstart your festive planning with the world’s best Christmas markets.
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Hong Kong |
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Hong Kong’s best cooked food markets |
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The freshest seafood cooked to order, Cantonese classics and even high-end French fare – these markets have it all in humble, vibrant surroundings. |
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Travel |
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Why this ancient desert city is getting an artistic facelift |
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AlUlA in Saudi Arabia is redefining the term “cultural desert”, as artists take over its golden sands. |
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See the wonders | |
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Wellness |
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An Asian travel guide for the fearless |
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Brave the frosty Himalayas, delve into the caves of Vietnam and more – choose your own adventure this winter. |
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Venture forth | |
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Travel |
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Must-visit Christmas markets around the world |
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The ultimate festive bucket list: steaming mugs of mulled wine, ice skating under skyscrapers and glowing starry lights. |
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Kickstart Christmas here | | |
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Greater Bay Area |
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The ultimate guide to Guangzhou |
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With the Canton Fair underway, see what else Guangzhou has to offer beyond the complex. |
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Let’s go | |
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Shopping |
Where to shop in New York
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You’ll find a hip vintage store or a so-hot-right-now boutique on every corner of the Big Apple. |
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See the standouts | |
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Spark your next adventure with our wealth of travel guides, insider’s recommendations and more on our Inspiration hub. | | |
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