January Check Ins: Hotels Chosen for Comfort and Recovery
January is when travel decisions become less about novelty and more about how well a hotel supports the body after long flights, packed itineraries, and heavy eating. Cooler temperatures across North and Southeast Asia change the rhythm of travel, making sleep quality, spa access, and dependable dining far more valuable than rooftop drama or trend-driven concepts. Hanoi and Xiamen settle into dry, crisp conditions, Bengaluru becomes comfortably mild, Bangkok is at its most breathable, Shenzhen loses its humidity, and Osaka’s winter chill sharpens the need for proper recovery. These picks reflect that shift, favouring hotels where comfort is engineered deliberately and where food, drink, and wellness justify staying in rather than pushing out. Continue reading