Rich and diverse cultures. Delicious food and entertaining festivals. Friendly people and impressive history. This is just a tiny part of why Asia — especially the Southeast Asian countries, which have long been budget traveler favorite — is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Over 300 million international tourists visit annually and that number is increasing rapidly every year. (Between 2015 and 2016 tourism to Asia increased 9%!)
It is hard to describe just how many amazing opportunities and adventures await tourists in Asia. No matter what you like, you can find it here. Don’t believe me? Take a look at some of my adventures, tips and travel guides below, then hop on a plane and come witness it all for yourself!
I am an avid trekker, and I have been trying to cover most of India’s highest treks for the past years. The Kuari trek was one of the few treks that I hadn’t managed to do, especially since the pandemic and the ensuing lockdown had spoiled all travel plans. Not just for me but for … Read more
Known for its rich history and culture, the city of Jammu from the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir holds many marvelous tales within its citadels, castles, and temples. Jammu is positioned on the shores of the river Tawi and is encircled by majestic mountains and great green forests, which can’t be seen anywhere else … Read more
Delhi is a sprawling, bustling, busy city that never sleeps. It can be a bit overwhelming if it is your first experience in India. Do not fear, Delhi is a vibrant, delicious city that is rich in history and full of captivating sights to see. Here are a few quick tips and recommended destinations for … Read more
The beauty of travel is that it constantly teaches you new things. Once you start traveling, it is hard to stop. And hard to go without. For all those who cannot travel internationally right now, here is a curated collection of the top 100 strange, intriguing and obscure travel facts. Guaranteed to teach you a … Read more
When you’re looking into visiting Indonesia, it’s easy to struggle to choose which destinations to go for. With 17,508 islands as part of this massive archipelago, there are certainly a lot of options and I wouldn’t blame you for struggling with it. That being said, if you’re limited with time, or you just want to … Read more
The sprawling city of Dammam is one of the most populous cities in Saudi Arabia and well-known as the heart and center of the Saudi oil industry. That doesn’t mean there is nothing here for tourists — quite the opposite, in fact. All that oil money has turned the city into a fantastic playground full … Read more
There are plenty of exciting horse races held all over the planet, making it easy to get out and enjoy some traveling as part of this sport. So, where are the very best places you could visit to enjoy a thrilling horse race? Kentucky, USA is the Horse Capital of the World If you want … Read more
If you’re a tourist looking to experience both the age-old and modern parts of Japanese culture, then there’s no better place to explore than Fukuoka. Being the closest major Japanese city to China and Korean, Fukuoka has become the center of economic trade between its neighbors and, most importantly, a goldmine for unique cultural exchanges … Read more
South Korea is a nation unlike any other. The self-proclaimed “drug-free country” seems to forget the fact that alcohol is a drug. They also overlook drunk people passed out on the sidewalk. Apparently the inconvenience of stepping around them is worth the convenience of alcohol being sold 24/7/365. Strange? Not in Korea. During my time … Read more
Thailand has gotten rid of covid-19 and they want to keep it that way. When tourists are eventually allowed back into the Kingdom, they will be confined to select areas/islands predetermined by the Thai government. Foreign visitors will no longer be allowed to freely travel the Thai countryside after July 31st. Only retired residents and … Read more
Exploring India is fun but exploring India off the beaten path is better! Scattered across India’s 28 states and additional union territories (such as Delhi, Ladakh and the Andaman Islands) are enough overlooked, offbeat destinations to keep visitors occupied for years. Since publishing my original list of India’s top unexplored destinations, I have discovered several … Read more
The tiny gulf nation of Bahrain is home to a surprising amount of unique sights and activities that appeal to tourists. Despite the island nation’s reputation as an expensive destination, the growing number of tourists mean that there are no shortage of cheap hotels here. Don’t be fooled into believing it is all five-star resorts. … Read more
