Some cities simply stand out from the crowd for all the right reasons, and this welcoming destination has so much to love! Think mouthwatering street food, stunning temples and monuments, and some of the region’s very best beaches. Penang is one of the most popular vacation spots in Malaysia, earning it the nickname the Pearl …
The festive season is finally over, and in the cold, uneventful realm that is January, the only light of hope combating the winter blues remains the premise of a remote, sunny getaway. And there’s no better place to experience just that than Asia, a continent filled with stunning sights and soul-enriching cultures, not to mention …
The fall season can be a slower time of year for travel, but not for this spectacular Asian island. November arrivals topped 151,000 international visitors — a new record for the country. It’s the best month of the year for this trendy Asian nation full of exciting attractions. With no direct flights here from the …
Home to some of the world’s most stunning natural wonders and vibrant metropolises, Asia has always managed to capture the imagination of wanderlust-filled souls, thus securing a rightful spot in every traveler’s bucket list. While there’s no shortage of captivating destinations in the region, there’s one in particular that tourists seem to keep coming back …
With travel restrictions finally a thing of the past, 2023 has seen millions of tourists flocking to Asia to explore this continent’s vibrant culture and otherworldly landscapes. Among the countries seeing a surge in popularity this year is Nepal, a cultural gem nestled in the Himalayan Mountains. Nepal welcomed 117,306 visitors in October, setting a new …
When you think of remote tropical islands surrounded by turquoise seas and home to luxury all-inclusive resorts, the Maldives are probably at the top of your head. Known precisely for being less accessible than all your usual Caribbean hotspots—thus, more exclusive—the Indian Ocean country is seen by many as the ultimate sunny getaway: People will save …
Let’s be honest with ourselves. No matter what the paint says on the side of the plane, the fact we can zip through the skies from continent to continent is something most of us take for granted. And despite living in such a fast-paced world, it’s actually rail travel that’s been making a comeback with …
We said affordable. It’s not Italy and its glitzy Amalfi Coast, not Spain and its sun-drenched Costa Del Sol, and certainly not Greece and its overpriced, jam-packed Cycladic islands: the Mediterranean treasure stealing all the limelight right now is Tunisia. Straddling the ancient sea, it officially tallied 10 million visitors in 2024 for the first …
The New Year has finally arrived! While many of us convince ourselves we’ll activate a hard reset at the turn of midnight with a sudden passion for the StairMaster, travel goals are always the most feasible. Backed by a recent report showcasing the world’s best destinations to kick off 2025 with your budget in mind, …
When you think of Asia, it’s probably the terraced paddies of Vietnam, the riotous party scene of Thailand, or maybe the island-dotted seas of Indonesia that come to mind––who doesn’t dream of escaping to Bali for a long, romantic weekend, right? Those all sound great, but have you ever wondered about a lesser-known Cambodia, just …
Forget Bali, Phuket, the Maldives, and every other jam-packed, overpriced Asian island travel blogs tend to overemphasize. If you’re looking to not only get your mind blown by the stunning nature but also enjoy some much-needed peace and quiet, Palawan is where you should be headed. A tropical paradise in the Philippines, home to breathtaking …
It’s time for Bangkok to hand over the trophy as Thailand’s cheapest destination. Not only Bangkok for that matter, but the entire continent of Asia. Travelers far and wide flock to many amazing places across Asia to get the most bang for their travel buck. While there are certainly some bougie destinations this side of …