Chris Schalkx
Contributor
Chris Schalkx is a freelance writer and photographer with a focus in travel and design. In 2013, he swapped his native Rotterdam, Netherlands, for a new adventure in Bangkok. He covers emerging local designers and up-and-coming travel destinations around Asia and beyond. His words and photographs have appeared in print and online on Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, Bloomberg Pursuits, and more.
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The Best Hotels in Bali, From Beach Bungalows to Cliffside Villas
From private island hideaways to bamboo treehouses, these properties offer extraordinary views, service, and amenities.
The Siam
With a one-million-dollar facelift and a new restaurant, The Siam continues to reign as Bangkok’s most accomplished urban hideaway.
NIHI Sumba
Nihi Sumba is a rare combination of upscale and down to earth.
Regent Hong Kong
Take in astonishing views in every direction.
The Best Places to Visit in the Netherlands That Aren’t Amsterdam
There is so much more to the land of windmills, canals, and tulips than its capital.
Locavore NXT
Ambitious methods pitched up in the rice fields just outside Ubud.
The Best Places to Shop in Kyoto
Mixing fresh thinking and centuries-old tradition, Japan's former imperial capital is a hive of artisanal creativity.
Cap Karoso
Cap Karoso could be Sumba's sleekest retreat
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Further
Go-slow territory with palo-santo-scented mornings.
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JW Marriott Jeju Resort & Spa
A sprawling complex of basalt rock and timber hanok mimicking the island’s oldest settlements
Regent Phu Quoc
On a stretch of underrated Vietnamese coastline, Regent Phu Quoc is a luxury gem with all the trimmings for an idyllic long-haul fly-and-flop.
Traditional Crafts Live On Through Chiang Mai's Emerging Artists
In Chiang Mai, a new generation of artisans is reinvigorating time-honored techniques.
Miavana by Time + Tide
A nothing-is-impossible hideaway for adventurous high-fliers.
Amanpuri
Pavilions sprinkled on the hillside of a former coconut plantation site by the Andaman Sea
3 New Design-Driven Hotels in Indonesia We've Got Our Eye On
In Bali and beyond, a new crop of hotels is bringing fresh energy to Indonesia's blissful islands.
Where to Shop in Seoul, the Most Stylish City in Asia
South Korea's capital may have grown into a pop culture powerhouse, but its art collectives, skincare apothecaries, and more are keeping ancient craft traditions alive.
Six Senses Yao Noi
The best of Southern Thailand, without its overdeveloped and touristy downsides.
The Standard Bangkok Mahanakhon
A dynamic urban retreat artfully dressed in vibrant hues and playful patterns for adventurous guests craving something different in the Thai capital.
JW Marriott Masai Mara Safari Lodge: First In
Cash in those Marriott points on a bucket-list safari in southwest Kenya’s wildlife-rich Maasai Mara reserve.