Asia - The Best Travel Destination

If the time has come for your vacation or afourth most-populous nation. Bali is Indonesia's
holiday getaway, read this article before makingmain holiday destination. Flores is a pretty lush
your plans. There are many places of greatgreen island with forests, palm and banana trees,
beauty and interest to be seen in the USA andrice fields and many volcanoes. Highlights are the
Europe. But, whether transportation, touring,three small offshore islands of "Gillis" that invite
theme park, or food and lodging, it is expensive.snorkeling, diving and relaxing. For hikers, a climb
This article is written for every traveler, whetherto the top of the volcano Rijani.
a backpacker on a budget, or a first class - fivePhilippines - An island nation comprising over 7,000
star traveler.islands in the western Pacific Ocean.
Travel in Asia is inexpensive and opens the doorManila, the bustling capital has powerful reminders
to different cultural experiences. Planning can beof the country's past, along with attractive parks,
for a short holiday, an extended stay, or choicesfine museums, and exhilarating nightlife. The
of laying the groundwork for the ultimate stay,Ifugao Rice Terracesare a testimony to the early
retirement. Nowadays, with so many opportunitiestechnological advancement of the Ifugao people.
to make money using the Internet it is not out ofTake a jeepney ride to the market. Be brave, try
the question to "retire" early.balut, a Philippine delicacy. Go diving in the Visayas.
Medical Tourism in Asia growing in popularity. It isSingapore - Shopping on famous Orchard Road,
high quality and affordable. Just one ofthe dream of every woman. The Night Safari at
International standard hospitals in Bangkok servesSingapore Zoo is fabulous. Chinatown, a little glitzy,
400,000 international patients annually, In the USAbut you can buy all the souvenirs you want there.
cataract surgery for one eye runs around $8,000.Interestingly, one of Singapore's most beautiful
At a prestigious International hospital in ThailandHindu temples is smack dab in the middle of
cataract surgery can be performed on both eyesChinatown. Decide if a Singapore Sling is worth the
for around $2,500. It is possible to have qualityhype in the Long Bar at Raffles Hotel. There's
medical care, and an Asian holiday, for a fractionmore to Singapore than urban glitz, like rambling in
of the cost of the same procedure in the USA.the rain forest of Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.
Let us take a tantalizing glimpse at just some ofJapan - Tokyo is the capital city and home of the
the countries.Imperial Residence and Emperor's Palace. Select a
Thailand - Land of Smiles. Often referred to aspopular destination or region in Japan and explore
the most exotic country in Southeast Asia. A visitits attractions. Ride the Bullet Train to the
to the Grand Palace in Bangkok for sure. Trips tomagnificent city of Kyoto. Visit Hiroshima and the
a floating market or to the Bridge on the RiverPeace Memorial Park. Castles, temples, gardens,
Kwai. From pristine beaches in the Southernthe list of top destinations in Japan is too long for
Islands to the Northern mountains with itsthis article..
waterfalls, elephants bathing in mountain streams,Taiwan - Taipei, the country's booming, vibrant
and Hill Tribe villages.capital remains steeped in Chinese, Japanese and
India - Delhi is one of the oldest continuallynative Taiwanese cultures. Some of its most
inhabited cities in the world. India Gate, animpressive sights include the Grand Hotel, topped
imposing structure, has emerged as one of theby the largest Classical Chinese roof in the world,
most popular tourist spots in Delhi. The Red Fortthe Shihlin Night Market, the Chiang Kai-shek
Delhi, a masterpiece of architecture, is a popularMemorial with the National Theater and Concert
spot. A trip to India would not be completeHall located directly across from each other on
without a visit to Agra, famous as the site of onethe grounds. A popular day trip is Tailuge (Taroko
of the world's most romantic, graceful andGorge), considered one of the natural wonders of
photographed buildings, the Taj Mahal.the world.
Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos - Three small countriesHong Kong - the Pearl of East and jewel of The
neighboring Thailand. Each opens a different worldOrient. Nathan Road is lined with shops,
of exploration. Cambodia - the highlight is visitingrestaurants, nightspots and cheap places to stay.
Angkor Wat, an architectural masterpieceIf you're in Hong Kong with the little ones, they'll
constructed in the jungle in the early 12th century.probably appreciate Ocean Park (aquarium), Water
Vietnam - is a varied country, offering beaches,World (swimming pools and water slides), and of
mountains and hundreds of years of history fromcourse Disneyland. If you're in Hong Kong for
the ancient Cham Towers to remnants from themore than a few days, then there's plenty of
Vietnam War. Laos - savor the crafts, culture andoutlying islands to discover.
hospitality of Laos with a river trip, visits toIt is often said that for the traveler that has seen
ancient temples, gorgeous palaces, and traditionalit all and done it all, there is still Katmandu, Nepal.
villages.And, that too is in Asia!
Nepal - Adventure, travel, trekking, birding, wildlife,If you do not visit Asia, you will be missing not
and cultural & overland Safaris. Take an aironly a paradise of affordable travel, but the
flight along the Himalayas and view magnificentchance to see an alternative living location. For
Mount Everest. Nearby, discover the sereneretirees, it is luxury living for pennies, not just
beauty of Tibet, the country which inspired thegetting by on their pension. Asia, a paradise
Dalai Lama. .experience is waiting for you.
Indonesia - Jakarta, the capital city of the world's