There are experiences on an Asia trip you can enjoy which are different and unusual… and you don’t have to climb Mount Everest. If you are like me, you love to tell your friends about the places you visited where you had a unique experience. Asia is definitely a destination for this without having to […]
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Cruising Options on Asia Tours
Impossibly vast, with no one corner quite like another, Asia spoils for choice when it comes to both destinations and modes of travel. Cruising its waterways however can open up local communities and sides of its most famous countries most visitors never get to see on Asia tours. Here are three great rivers to consider […]
Exploring the Golden Triangle of Southeast Asia
There are a lot of Golden Triangles in the world. One is the connection between Melbourne, the Great Barrier Reef, and Sydney in Australia, another consists of the historical centres of Rajasthan in India. Don’t sleep on the Golden Triangle of Southeast Asia, which sits at the conflux of Myanmar, Thailand, and Laos on the […]
Consider a Beach Stay on Asia Tours
Travelling can be tiring, so why not take a break at one of the many excellent beach resorts Asia has to offer. No matter where you are, you probably won’t be far from one on Asia tours. Yes, Asia covers a very large area but it is blessed with a number of countries which not […]
Ten Iconic Sites to See on an Asia Vacation
The most outstanding sites to visit on an Asia vacation are numerous and should not be missed. What’s on your bucket list? My intention here is to highlight the top 10 iconic sites in Asia – natural or otherwise – that are my favourites and which I have personally experienced on Asia tours, and have […]
Up, Up, and Away on a Hot Air Balloon Ride
A hot air balloon ride will not only provide you with an exciting and unforgettable travel experience but you will also see your destination from a totally different perspective. This is not hot air I am talking here. Well, yes I am, of course, but in a hopefully interesting way. If you have never experienced […]
Two Top River Expeditions to Explore on an Asia Vacation
Discover the rich riverside history and daily life of the Irrawaddy and Mekong rivers with Pandaw River Expeditions, Southeast Asia’s longest-established river cruise operator. Pandaw’s boutique shallow-draft ships are hand-crafted in teak and brass and range from five to 30 cabins, designed to maximize comfort and personalized service on your Asia vacation. Pandaw’s expedition managers […]
Cruise the Golden Land in Elegance on a Myanmar Tour
The Strand Cruise in Myanmar mirrors the legendary style of its sister property, The Strand Hotel, Yangon, founded in 1901. The 28-cabin luxury ship was completed in 2015 and sails the Irrawaddy between the ancient capitals of Bagan and Mandalay. The heritage of The Strand is reflected in key moments throughout the cruise experience on […]
Consider a Myanmar Tour – A Unique Destination on Your Asia Vacation
Once a little-visited destination, especially when it was called Burma, Myanmar is a country that has been held back in its progress compared to other places in the world. However, therein lies some of its charm and reasons to visit on a Myanmar tour, while on your Asia vacation. I compare Myanmar to my first […]
River Cruising in Asia
Travelling to Asia is an eclectic mash-up of colours, cultures, and cuisines. Teeming crowds, gaps in infrastructure, and other petty annoyances don’t have to deter you from Asian travel. River cruises are quickly becoming the most popular vacation choice in Asia. Gliding along a meandering river, you’ll have intimate views of bustling cities, remote villages, […]