Uncover with Silversea cruises Hong Kong's towers, bright lights, and glitzy shopping emporia! A visit to Asia would never be complete without a stroll around this marvelous place's restaurants, shopping malls, bars, convention centers and nice smattering of museums!

Taiwan's bustling southern port city blends harbour energy with a laid-back, tropical spirit. In Kaohsiung, you can explore colourful temples, lively night markets, and modern waterfront districts, while nearby scenic spots and cultural landmarks offer a rewarding taste of local life, cuisine and contemporary Taiwanese charm.

Keelung's busy harbour opens the way to northern Taiwan's lively mix of city sights, coastal scenery and rich local flavour. From here, it's easy to explore Taipei's towering landmarks and temples, browse colourful night markets, or enjoy the harbourfront atmosphere and dramatic sea views closer to port.

Ishigaki is a city in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. It covers all of Ishigaki Island and is the political, cultural, and economic center of the Yaeyama Islands. The island is part of the Yaeyama Archipelago, surrounded by coral reefs, and includes Mount Omoto, Okinawa's highest peak (about 526 m). Kabira Bay and Mount Omoto are nationally designated Places of Scenic Beauty. The uninhabited Senkaku Islands lie about 150 km north of Ishigaki Island.

Okinawa has a unique history as the former Ryukyu Kingdom, which thrived in the 15th century by trading with Japan, China, Korea, and Southeast Asia. Its location between mainland Japan and Taiwan helped shape a distinct culture still seen today. Naha, Okinawa's largest city, draws millions of visitors with beautiful landscapes, Ryukyu Kingdom sites, and WWII history. Okinawa was under U.S. occupation from 1945 and returned to Japan in 1972, leaving a mix of Japanese and American influences.

Shanghai is China's dazzling showpiece: a 24-million-and-growing global city of skyscrapers, neon, and nonstop energy. Yet colonial streets, temples, and gardens still survive beneath the skyline. The Bund, Lujiazui, the Pearl Tower, and Shanghai Tower define its futuristic face, while street food, luxe bars, tai chi parks, and the Jade Buddha Temple keep it grounded. Extreme, intense, and surprisingly welcoming.

Shanghai is China's dazzling showpiece: a 24-million-and-growing global city of skyscrapers, neon, and nonstop energy. Yet colonial streets, temples, and gardens still survive beneath the skyline. The Bund, Lujiazui, the Pearl Tower, and Shanghai Tower define its futuristic face, while street food, luxe bars, tai chi parks, and the Jade Buddha Temple keep it grounded. Extreme, intense, and surprisingly welcoming.

Shanghai is China's dazzling showpiece: a 24-million-and-growing global city of skyscrapers, neon, and nonstop energy. Yet colonial streets, temples, and gardens still survive beneath the skyline. The Bund, Lujiazui, the Pearl Tower, and Shanghai Tower define its futuristic face, while street food, luxe bars, tai chi parks, and the Jade Buddha Temple keep it grounded. Extreme, intense, and surprisingly welcoming.

Tianjin, on the Bohai Sea, is a major port and gateway to Beijing, about three hours inland. A city with strong character and deep international history from the Opium Wars, it blends European-style architecture in the Five Avenues with modern skyscrapers, the Tianjin Eye, and Ancient Culture Street. Beijing's highlights-Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the Great Wall-are also within reach.

Tianjin, on the Bohai Sea, is a major port and gateway to Beijing, about three hours inland. A city with strong character and deep international history from the Opium Wars, it blends European-style architecture in the Five Avenues with modern skyscrapers, the Tianjin Eye, and Ancient Culture Street. Beijing's highlights-Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, and the Great Wall-are also within reach.

Just 27 km from Seoul, Incheon is a historic coastal city opened to foreign trade in 1883 and granted "English Status" in 2007. Known for its business skyline, it has a vibrant Chinatown, where jjajangmyeon is said to have originated, and nearby Sinpo Market. During the Korean War, MacArthur's UN forces liberated the city; his victory is marked in Jaya (Freedom) Park. First recorded in 475 CE as Michuhol, it was renamed Incheon in 1413.