Cathay Members’ Choice Awards

Members’ Choice Awards 2025: Asia's unmissable bucket-list experience

These soul-stirring journeys will stay with you forever
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Welcome to the Cathay Members’ Choice Awards. Our annual awards celebrate the very best in travel, dining and lifestyle – as voted for by you, our global community of members.

After receiving tens of thousands of votes, we’re thrilled to share which epic activity you voted to be Asia's unmissable bucket-list experience, as well as the four nominees that made it to the shortlist. 

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Families race one another in go karts at Suzuka Circuit in Japan.

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Winner: F1 driving experience at Suzuka Circuit, Suzuka City, Japan 

Live out your Lewis Hamilton fantasies on a Formula One race track: Suzuka Circuit offers an electrifying racing experience for drivers of all stripes. Families with kids can take a gentle lap with the Circuit Challenger EV kart experience, while racing enthusiasts can drive their own cars on the track at the speed of a racer after qualifying for the exclusive membership programme.

Shortlisted nominees

A motorcycle driving down a winding road of Ha Giang Loop with mountains in the background.

Riding the Ha Giang Loop on motorcycle, Ha Giang, Vietnam

What better way to immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture of northern Vietnam than on two wheels? Navigate the rugged mountains, cascading terraced rice fields and winding roads of the infamous Ha Giang Loop, and find out for yourself why it’s considered one of the world’s most exhilarating road trips.  

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The Taj Mahal behind a pool of water and two rows of trees.

Exploring the Taj Mahal, Uttar Pradesh, India

One of India’s most famous landmarks, the Taj Mahal is at once a monument to enduring love and a shining example of Islamic architecture. There is much to explore in this palatial mausoleum, from manicured gardens to intricately carved façades inlaid with precious stones. Visit early in the morning and catch the first rays of lights hitting the tops of the minarets for a sublime sight. 

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Trees and snowy Himalayan mountains in Mustang, Nepal.

Going wild in Mustang, Nepal

Few adventures are as inspiring as a trek through the Himalayas, especially in the remote region of Mustang. Characterised by rugged hills, ancient caves and charming villages, Mustang is a tapestry of rich cultural heritage and untouched natural beauty. With most travellers favouring the better-known hubs of Pokhra and Kathmandu, the time to visit this far-flung area is now. 

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People surfing at Sri Lanka’s Arugam Bay.

Surfing and safari in Arugam Bay, Sri Lanka

Often overlooked, but nothing short of paradise, Sri Lanka’s Arugam Bay checks every box for adventure seekers. Catch wave after wave on Arugam Bay’s epic surf breaks, or head out on a wildlife safari to spot elephants, leopards and jackals, allowing plenty of time for stretching out on the beach between your adventures. 

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