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Southeast
Asia
undoubtedly
offers
some
of
the
most
exciting
travel
destinations.
A
wide
range
of
activities
and
unique
sights
can
all
be
had
in
this
part
of
Asia
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Popular
attractions
in
the
region
include
the
complex
of
temples
and
citie
around
Angkor
wat,
the
majestic
Grand
Palace
in
Bangkok
,
the
limestone
cliffs
and
islands
of
Halong
bay,
the
Night
Safari
in
Singapore,
the
multitude
of
Buddhist
pagodas
of
Pagan,
and
Malaysia
’s
Petronas
Towers.
For
beach
holidays,
great
destinations
to
go
to
are
Boracay,
Phuket,
Bali
and
Koh
Samui. |
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Southeast
Asia
is
one
of
the
world's
most
popular
tourist
destinations,
and
for
a
reason.
Some
of
the
countries
here
have
it
all:
a
tropical
climate,
warm
(or
hot!)
all
year
around,
rich
culture,
gorgeous
beaches,
wonderful
food
and
last
but
not
least,
low
prices.
Southeast
Asia
has
long
been
a
favorite
corner
of
the
world
for
globe-tramping
backpackers;
well-known
for
its
perfect
beaches,
tasty
cuisine,
low
prices,
and
good
air
connections. |
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Southeast
Asia
has
a
mystique
which
makes
it
an
irresistible
holiday
destination
and
it
conjures
up
many
exotic
and
evocative
images...
Thailand
-
endless
beautiful
beaches,
Cambodia
-
the
marvels
of
the
ancient
jungle
hidden
Angkor
Wat
temples,
Laos
-
the
enigmatic
pagodas
of
quaint
Luang
Prapang,
and
Vietnam
- a
wonderful
country
with
a
tragic
past.
Emerging
from
centuries
of
wars
and
strife,
this
sub-region
of
Asia
now
explodes
with
vibrant
tourist
opportunities.
Thailand,
once
a
playground
for
American
soldiers,
has
opened
its
doors
to
the
world
to
display
its
pristine
beaches,
modern
shopping
and
hillside
and
beachside
resorts.
Once
closed
to
the
western
world,
communism
wasn't
able
to
stifle
the
smiles
in
Vietnam
or
Laos.
These
two
countries
emerged
from
decades
of
strife
to
stake
their
claim
as
premium
tourist
hotspots,
while
Singapore
retains
its
title
as
the
region's
top
shopping
destination. |
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Southeast Asia's Top 10
Destinations |
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During the 15th-17th centuries, merchants from all over the world frequented Hoi An because it was an important trading port. A good time to visit is the 15th day of each lunar month, when residents worship their ancestors and celebrate their age-old customs and traditions. |
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Known as the Pearl of the Orient and to some older generations of locals as Pulau Kasatu. Penang has always been a must-visit destination. Needing very little introduction to many visitors to Malaysia, this island is one of Southeast Asia’s best holiday hotspots. |
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The islands varied landscape of hills and mountains, rugged coastlines and sandy beaches, lush rice terraces and barren volcanic hillsides provide a picturesque backdrop to the colourful and deeply spiritual culture of this 'Island of The Gods'. . |
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Experiencing the merging of the past into the present in Chiang Mai where locals are proud of the city's 700-year history. Its rich traditional heritage and unique culture is a perfect foundation for the development of the city. |
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Its natural resources- rocky peninsular, limestone cliffs, white powdery beaches, tranquil broad bays and tropical in-land forests contribute to making it the South's wealthiest, busiest, most visited and most popular island and province. |
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Located on the banks of the Mekong, Luang Prabang contains charming wooden Lao architecture and beautiful monasteries and palaces. Adventure travelers will also enjoy the numerous hills, caves and waterfalls around the city, and can take a riverboat tour. |
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Much known for its shopping bargains, Singapore actually offers a lot more which can be explored in just a day or two. There's the night safari, sentosa island, little India, Arab Street, China Town and if you are a night person, excellent night clubs. |
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Bangkok, Southeast Asia's City of Angels, alive and vibrant 24 hours a day, is a must-visit. It offers 100-year old temples, bargain shopping adventures, a up-beat nightlife, some of the best food in Asia and so much, much more. |
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This lost city of Angkor was once the capital of an ancient Khmer empire. A site that never fails to awe travelers, it is made up of many temples illustrating Khmer and Hindu Art. There are many temples in Angor's 81-hectare site but the bigger and more popular ones are Angkor Wat and Bakong. |
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Halong is a tranquil bay in North Vietnam, close to China. Travelers will find thousands of limestone islands with lush vegetation and massive caves. There are also walking trails with modern lighting and quiet fishing villages for visitors to explore. |
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