Home of recent internet phenomenon Gangnam Style, Seoul boasts the edgiest among entertainment and fashion in Asia. Get a glimpse of the street style by checking out popular shopping areas in Myeong-dong littered with independent boutiques as well as brands.

Phnom Penh is a city with a heartbreaking past, having lost more than 20% of its population (including educated people and members of the clergy) in the four years it was under despotic Khmer Rouge reign. Today, it is rebuilding and looking towards a brighter future, with tourism accounting for the majority of its income.

The most populous city found Down Under, Sydney is not just home to kangaroos and koalas, but also to a set of the most diverse human beings in the world. You can hear over 250 languages being spoken on a stroll along the harbor, or while surfing on Bondi beach.

Spot the Petronas Towers in this truly Asian capital, which at one point held the record for tallest building in the world. Grab a drink at Marini’s on 57 and dance the night away while taking in a view of the modern KL skyline. For something completely different, venture out to the Batu Caves at the edge of the city to explore awesome natural caverns as old as 400 million years old.

The former colonial French capital, also known as Ho Chi Minh City, is the economic hub of Vietnam. Don’t miss the banh mi and famous coffee - grab a sandwich from a street vendor and a cup of joe from Phuc Long, a chain that pervades the city.

More beautiful live than in print, Bali is a top tourist destination for its spectacular mountain scenery, pristine beaches and warm, friendly locals. For coffee lovers, the most expensive coffee originates from here (up to $50 USD!) made out of civet droppings. Read on in the LBB to see how excrement is harnessed into a cup of joe…

Those who typically know Mauritius recognize it as a top-ranking tax haven. Beyond the boring stuff though, this African island nation is also one of the most diverse places on the planet, having Creole, English, French, and Asian influences mixed into its culture and language. Check out ZAOZAO’s Little Black Book of secrets to explore the beach lovers paradise in its full glory.

Paris has many nicknames, like the “City of Light” (from the Age of Enlightenment) and the “City of Love” (have you seen Casablanca?) For the sophisticated, adventurous woman, it is the tres chic French capital replete with art and fashion. The top visited city in the world has something to offer everyone, from its rich culture to its snobby affectations to quite simply, its je ne sais quoi.

Whether you’re just stopping by or staying longer for a Thrilla in Manila, this city certainly has much to offer in the way of history and fun facts. For example, know those brown-beige folders you’ve used since forever? Yes, the Manila folder was originally made from hemp grown in its namesake city. “Manila” itself is named after a mangrove tree with white flowers.

Once the epicenter of the world’s largest empire, it is no surprise that London is one of the most visited cities for its significance in shaping the world as we know it today. From Kate’s latest outfits to the funny accents, the capital city of former colonialists, while no longer wielding the power it once did, still maintains its powers over us as an elegant, awe-inspiring site that we can’t help but be drawn to.

Forget everything you saw in the Hangover or heard about erm, ping pong… The city with the most Instagrammed geotags has good reason to be; from pagodas to a gorgeous skyline to boot, Bangkok shows its pride as the capital city of the only Southeast Asian country to never have been colonized by a European country. How do you like them apples!

The Miami of the MIddle East, Tel Aviv has beaches for days and a nightlife scene that’s second to none, including one of the most welcoming scenes for the LGBT community. It also boasts the world’s largest concentration of Bauhaus architecture. Did somebody say fun AND cultural?

Of the bovine and Bryant variety, Kobe, Japan is indeed the origin of the more recognizable names found within restaurant menus and NBA headlines.

Best experienced with the tastebuds, Taipei offers opportunities for round-the-clock snacking especially at its famed nightmarkets. When you’re not eating your way through the city, be sure to take advantage of the exquisite hot springs, which are said to produce water that is not only refreshing to drink, but also contains healing powers for the skin.

Far from “sterile”, Singapore’s mesmerising charm is undeniable. From the colorful shophouses in Ann Siang Hill to old school kopitiams, there’s much more to the Lion City than a sticky ban on chewing gum.

Some call it New York City on steroids, but this island nation cum “special administrative region” of China possesses an exquisite madness of its own. SoHo means South of Hollywood Road and billboards are ruled by none other than celebrity cram school tutors – holla back, Amy Chua!