When most people say they want to go to Bali, what they're really saying is: I want to feel something. They've seen the photos - the terraced rice fields, the clifftop pools, the flower offerings on temple steps - and they want in. What they don't always realize is that the Bali in those photos isn't always the same Bali. The island, though small, contains multitudes. And where you choose to stay will define almost everything about the trip you have.

There’s a certain kind of traveler who’s drawn to Southeast Asia.

They want something more than just a beautiful hotel and a pool (though, don’t worry—you’ll absolutely have those too). They want energy, culture, and flavor. A sense that they’ve stepped into somewhere entirely different from home.

And yet… for many first-time visitors, Southeast Asia can feel just a little intimidating.

The good news? It doesn’t have to be…

Here are 12 extraordinary journeys, one for each month, to inspire your next great escape.

Shoulder season, high season - It’s not always easy to know when is the best time to visit a specific destination (that’s why you need us).  But there are some incredible places around the world that are excellent all year round. We’ve rounded up five fabulous getaways where luxury is eternal, the skies are (almost) always smiling, and your only job is to show up and enjoy the view—with cocktail in hand, of course.

Sharing some of our favorite experiences in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia.