Forum: Asia Travel Tips

So, I am taking a gap year before college. I have been working to raise money for a trip, and I mean to leave around Feb-Mar. I should have around $4,000-5,000 by the time I go. After seeing some pictures of Mongolia, I thought it would be an...

Does anyone know of the shortest flights to take or book going to the Philippines? Travelling 19 hours in one flight really takes a toll on my legs..

What is the best way to travel from thailand to laos and Vietnam? is there a train and is it easy? how long does it take to these countries and how much is it all? Can anyone help? thanks :)

For a great tropical holiday in Asia at a limited budget, Thailand is just the place to be. Thailand holidays are famous worldwide amongst family vacationers, adventure lovers and honeymooners and the main reason behind it is the budget. For a...

We are planning a trek to K2 Base Camp in the Pakistan Himalayas and are thinking of using the local firm Hunza Guides and wondered if anyone had used them and what their experience was like.

Most travelers to Asia from the US will be kicked in the butt by jet lag. If traveling from the east coast, I have found the following to be a god send: (1) Travel from the east coast to the west coast frist. Leave about 5 PM and arrive in LA...

I lIke Thailand . Thailand is As one of the most popular destinations in southeast Asia, Thailand offers an irresistible combination of breathtaking natural beauty, inspiring temples, renowned hospitality, robust cuisine and ruins of fabulous...

I have just come back home from Vietnam which is a small lovely country. I had travelled there for three weeks. I went to famous place in Vietnam as Halong, Nhatrang and ending of Hanoi. The seasides in Vietnam are so impressed. Halong is attracted...

Choose holidays to Bangkok and enjoy Far East treats like spicy papaya salads and paradise islands from James Bond film sets. After party time in Thailand's colourful capital city Bangkok, South-east Asia travellers head north to discover mountain...

Hi all, We have already backpacked through some parts of the world, but have never been to Asia. What country would you recommend for a 4-week trip in january 2012 (keeping the weather in mind)? We are most interested in nature, wildlife,...

My friend and I are travelling to India at the end of this week and had an absolute nightmare in getting the Visa last week! It may have just been our bad luck and being a bit ditzy but this is what we found out about the visas! Do not trust...

Hi there! I will be visiting Singapore on May 20th. First things first, will the airline ask for the credit card I used in the purchase of the ticket? I was using the credit card of my mother in law in buying the ticket. If yes, can I use a...

Hi I'm a newbie here and I'm seriously flummoxed on deciding a holiday destination for the wife and our two kids 12 and 7 years. Looking at either Singapore, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Dubai or Vietnam. The kids are newbies at traveling and we plan on...

Hi there, I'm a automobile engineer I have to shift to another place due to job reasons. My new location is about 600 kms from my current location. What are the steps that I should follow so that it doesn't take more time for shifting. Also should...

Com (boiled rice) In Vietnam, com is eaten at the main meals of the day (lunch and dinner). Rice is eaten together with a variety of different dishes and is made from different kinds of rice. Typically fragrant rice is used, such as Tam Thom...

well i m going to china , and want to know can i buy LED /LCD tv from china and will it be custom free?

I am short on budget, but love to plan a trip to Asia. Anyone can suggest destiny which offers low cost accommodation and not heavy on my pocket? Suggestions are welcome! I would love to plan my trip to be longer and at the same time cheaper.

Hello Friends, Udaipur: The City of Places UDAIPUR is also known as the "City of Palaces", a "Fairyland" and a "Vision in Dream". It is surrounded by hills, mountains, and its attractive palaces are mirrored in the calm blue water of Lake...

I am planning a trip to China in Oct 2010 for about a month. I haven't booked my tickets yet but I will do it soon before all the low fares are gone. As Malaysia Airlines is offering cheaper fares (AUD$ 565 inlcuding taxes) in Oct 10, I will be...

do not bring Amex traveller's checks to PI. The vast majority of banks will not take them, nor will most hotels. And if you go to cash them at the "authorized redemption centers" you will get a lower exchange rate. when i last went , it was 1 dollar...

Hey everyone, I feel kind of stupid asking this, but I'll be up front and say that I've never actually left the U.S. before and now I'm going over Christmas break with my church group to do some volunteer and missionary work in Taiwan. I'm excited...

We are considering for 2011 a cruise visiting Singapore, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, China and Japan. We have chosen a cruise so that we can get a taste of various countries and experiences ie Angor Wat and the Great Wall of China and then go back...

Hello :) my friend and I are looking to do some travelling in 2012 our plan is to fly to Indonesia then from there head to Borneo, Malaysia, Singapore, camodia, Thailand, Vietnam then Burma from there if we have any money left going to head to...