Johor\u00a0is just a hop, skip and a jump across the causeway, but it offers a wealth of wide open spaces that little\u00a0Singapore lacks.<\/p>\n
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Photo:\u00a0Corbis<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Enjoy a day on the green with your dad at one of\u00a0Johor\u2019s\u00a0golf courses, such as the\u00a0Tanjong\u00a0Puteri<\/a>. You can also learn the basics of horseback riding and dressage at a ranch such as Rider’s Lodge and go on a trail ride through the countryside together.<\/p>\n Nearby,\u00a0Desaru\u00a0is an idyllic beach town<\/a> that\u2019s great\u00a0if you and dad are in need of some rest and relaxation. There are plenty of family-friendly resorts to stay at here and wide expanses of sandy beaches where you can soak up the sun or have a good chat over a jug of cold beer.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Poolside Dining at Alila Diwa Goa, Credit:\u00a0Alila Hotels<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Inspire dad to\u00a0kick-start\u00a0his health and fitness regime with a five-star retreat in\u00a0Goa, India<\/a>. This\u00a0laid-back\u00a0seaside town on the west coast is one of the country\u2019s most popular vacation spots and is\u00a0chock-full\u00a0of wellness enterprises, from\u00a0Ayurvedic\u00a0treatments to yoga centres.<\/p>\n The detox\u00a0retreat at Alila\u00a0Diwa\u00a0Goa<\/a>\u00a0is an all-inclusive programme that includes Ayurvedic consultations, dietary advice, daily workshops, yoga, meditation and exercise. Have fun whipping up wholesome yet delicious meals with dad at the\u00a0resort\u2019s\u00a0cooking classes and work up a sweat together during one of the fitness sessions.<\/p>\n Then, soothe those aching muscles with an indulgent massage because dad deserves to be pampered, too!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Chinatown at Yaowarat Road, Credit: Thinkstock<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n This\u00a0foodie\u2019s\u00a0paradise has it all, from mouth-watering street food to award-winning fine dining restaurants. Kick back and bond with your father over some of Asia\u2019s most delicious \u2013 and fiery \u2013 dishes at Bangkok\u2019s famous street stalls, such as boat noodles, mango and papaya salads and all kinds of curries. If he enjoys fuss free dining that is hearty and fills the belly, he’ll love Bangkok.<\/p>\n Yaowarat, Bangkok\u2019s Chinatown, is one of the most popular street food haunts<\/a> and you could spend days (and nights) exploring all the gastronomic offerings in this area. They\u2019re all good, so scope out what the crowds are eating and order whatever tickles your fancy.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re in the mood to splurge,\u00a0Gaggan<\/strong>, which ranked number one on San\u00a0Pellegrino\u2019s\u00a0Asia\u2019s 50 Best Restaurants list, serves up molecular Indian cuisine that will surprise and delight your\u00a0taste buds. Alternatively, for some of the most exquisite Thai food you will ever taste, check out\u00a0Nahm<\/strong>, which is located in the\u00a0Metropolitan by Como<\/a> hotel (don\u2019t forget to make a reservation to secure a table).<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Gunung Batur, Credit: Thinkstock<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n If your father is the adventurous sort, give him the trip of a lifetime in the tropical paradise of Bali<\/a>.<\/p>\n Besides pristine beaches to sunbathe on, this island has plenty of options for thrill seekers in search of an adrenaline rush. If dad\u2019s a water baby, take him surfing along the beaches at Uluwatu<\/a> or PadangPadang, famed for their giant waves. You can also check out newfangled water sports such as\u00a0kitesurfing, stand-up paddle boarding or flyboarding at Nusa Dua<\/a> or Sanur<\/a>. Nothing like a new sport to make Dad feel young again.<\/p>\n To get the blood pumping, sign up for a white-water rafting adventure and navigate the rapids in Ubud.<\/p>\n Once you\u2019ve dried off, be a daredevil by climbing up\u00a0Gunung Batur, Bali\u2019s most active volcano, which still spurts and spews lava on a regular basis. The hike will lead you to some stunning lookouts with panoramic views of the Balinese landscape \u2013 just be sure to sign up with a guide from a reputable agency who will keep you out of harm\u2019s way!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Samcheong-dong district, Credit: Flickr<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n K-pop fanatics visit Seoul to shop and eat their way through the South Korean capital. But if your father is a culture vulture, he will love this bustling city\u2019s vibrant arts scene.<\/p>\n The\u00a0Samcheong-dong<\/strong> district, commonly known as Gallery Street, has a row of art galleries that feature\u00a0a comprehensive roster of South Korean artists, from established heavyweights to\u00a0avant-garde\u00a0newbies\u00a0who are only just beginning to get noticed on the international scene. The Seoul branch of the National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art<\/strong>, with a focus on East Asian and Korean art, is also located in this area.<\/p>\n To see futuristic architecture at its best, check out the\u00a0Dongdaemun\u00a0Design Plaza<\/strong>, designed by world-renowned architect,\u00a0Zaha\u00a0Hadid. Dubbed the cultural hub of Seoul, the space plays host to a rotating roster of design-related exhibitions, conventions and events.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Photo: Image100\/Corbis<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Take dad on a good old fashioned boys\u2019 night out at the glitzy casinos in\u00a0Macau<\/a>. From Blackjack to roulette and poker, test your mettle and pit your wills against the croupiers and fellow high rollers in town. The\u00a0Cotai\u00a0Strip is a good spot to have as your base, as many of the most luxurious casinos and resorts are located here, such as the\u00a0Crown Towers<\/a>\u00a0and Four Seasons Hotel Macao at Cotai Strip<\/a>.<\/p>\n Cotai Strip, Credit: Thinkstock<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n Need a break from the rolling dice and card shuffling and want to spend some of your winnings? There are gourmet restaurants to wine and dine at in style and designer shops aplenty for browsing. They\u2019re all conveniently located mere steps from the casinos, making\u00a0Macau\u00a0a fantastic playground for big spenders.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Feature Image: Desaru Beach, Credit:\u00a0Flickr<\/a><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"2. A Manly Wellness Retreat in\u00a0Goa, India<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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