The rise of Asian culture in Auckland, as February's Lantern Festival and this month's Diwali celebrations illustrate good fun and good energy to the city.

The Philippines owner of Griffin's is gearing up to expand the 150-year-old Kiwi biscuit brand into Southeast Asia.

Kristi Eaton finds the language barrier to be no hurdle during a solo trek through Burma.

Gabrielle Dunlevy cleanses her body, soul and mind in an Indonesian healing resort.

Golden beaches, unique animals... Janet Wilson finds competition for God's Own.

Why are toilet paper sales soaring in Japan despite a falling population?

Next time you're on a stopover in Singapore, why not spend more than a few hours there?

Plans to ban disabled climbers from attempting to scale Mount Everest have been rubbished.

Novice climbers could be banned from attempting to climb Mount Everest, under Nepalese plans to confront safety and overcrowding concerns.

India's Hampi offers a visual wealth and allure few can resist, writes Tim Roxborogh.

Andrew Laxon found the best way to convert his teenage children to the delights of travelling in India was to do things, not look at them. Here are some of his highlights.

Donna McIntyre is by turns saddened, unnerved, educated and fascinated on a visit to South Korea's side of the demilitarised zone.

China's move doesn't have to spark rivalry, Japanese visitor tells Herald political editor Audrey Young.

Asian policy-makers need to understand that currency devaluations aren't a cure-all, writes Bloomberg columnist William Pesek.

In Bali's hills, far from the madding crowds, Shandelle Battersby finds a perfectly positioned eco-resort.

Far beyond the big cities, growth in China's west is creating business opportunities for New Zealand companies.

Two Auckland students have designed a bottle specifically for New Zealand craft brewers hoping to crack the Asian market.

Finding something for everyone is the key to a happy holiday.

This city's horror was 70 years ago, but the memories will never leave, says Kevin Pilley.

Paul Rush succumbs to tactile sensations and rose-scented dreams in a Thai spa.

On a billion-dollar ship, Toby Manhire dodges the conga line and opts instead for several fine ales and a ride on the North Star.

From church services to Zumba classes, Filipino shopping malls offer everything.

From rainbow-coloured saris to terrifying traffic jams, Paul Rush finds all of his senses assailed in India.

Revamped Changi Airport will add a new dimension to stopovers, writes Morgan Tait.

Experience matters in any form of engagement. When it comes to doing business in Asia, it is hard to argue against the value of experience in Asia and with Asian organisations or people.

His yukata is comfy but the traditional clogs cause a few problems for Lincoln Tan in Kinosaki.

While collaboration is known to provide a quick avenue into the Asian markets, it comes with the complexities of managing a partnership.

Tim Roxborogh explores Kerala's captivating backwaters on a rice boat.

Ho Chi Minh City has a great craft ale scene, says Vietnam beer vet Brett Atkinson.

The previous article in this series alerted us to the dynamics of collaboration, and simultaneously collaborating and competing (co-opetition).