When you’re planning a visit to the Philippines, you’ll probably start in the country’s bustling capital city, Manila. Both one of the oldest and now one of the most densely populated cities in the world, Manila will surprise you at every turn with its range of colonial architecture, blended with modern-day skyscrapers; it’s a city that will appeal to...
The Vietnamese coastal city of Nha Trang may surprise you with its fantastic assortment of attractions, offering something for the whole family… it has historic landmarks such as the Ponagar Cham Towers and Long Son Pagoda; it has a beautiful white sand beach, set on a bay of turquoise water with tropical islands just off the shore, and one...
The resort town of Dalat is sure to surprise you! It’s the capital of the Lam Dong Province in the Central Highlands of Vietnam, but it’s not what you would usually expect from a Vietnamese city… set in the highlands and surrounded by pine-clad hills, Dalat feels more like a city in the foothills of the Alps than Vietnam,...
When exploring Southeast Asia, a great way to get a good introduction to each country is to visit their capital cities. In Laos it’s Vientiane. Known for its laid-back atmosphere, Vientiane allows you to easily walk its historic old quarter, spend time watching the world go by from one of its cafés, or explore its temples and French colonial...
As the former seat of the Nguyen Dynasty and national capital from 1802 to 1945, Vietnam’s city of Hue is one of the country’s top tourist hotspots. Best known for its massive 19th century citadel with Imperial City and Forbidden Purple City, Hue also has tombs and pagodas and a bustling market if you’d like to go shopping. From...
Vietnam may have large cities that attract tourists from around the world, but the country’s natural scenery is incredible too. There’s beauty to be seen all over the country, but if you’re looking for two particular spots that highlight some of the best of Vietnam, there’s Ninh Binh and Phong Nha. Ninh Binh in Northern Vietnam features hundreds of...
Long and narrow, Vietnam hugs the eastern coastline of the Indochina Peninsula, giving this country an enviable coastline on the South China Sea that runs for 3,444 kilometers (2,140 miles). Filled with impressive beaches, lush jungles, and bustling cities, Vietnam has a great contrast of things to see and do, making this the ideal touring destination. Traveling from one...
The cities of Yangon and Mandalay are among the top tourist destinations in Myanmar. Yangon, the largest city in the country and most important commercial center, is home to the beautiful gilded Shwedagon Pagoda and has a very well preserved colonial-era heart, while Mandalay, further to the north, is Myanmar’s cultural center. Formerly the last royal capital of the...
The former Royal capital of Laos, Luang Prabang is one of the country’s top tourist destinations. Filled with gorgeous Buddhist temples, Luang Prabang was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site back in 1995 and is considered to be the heart of Laotian culture. After spending time in this renowned and somewhat small city, head to Hanoi for a rapid...
Formerly known as Rangoon, the city of Yangon is the largest city in Myanmar. A bustling place filled with people, stunning pagodas and temples, and a mix of British colonial architecture blended with modern day high-rises, Yangon has much to see and do. When you tire of the busy atmosphere but still want to experience some of the best...
