There’s no denying the allure of Phuket’s coastlines with all that fine white sand and the glittering Andaman Sea. And, while there’s absolutely nothing wrong with a beach-centric vacation in Thailand, a side trip to Phuket Town is more than worth the effort if cultural exchange is on your agenda.
Every morning at dawn, Buddhist monks walk silently in saffron lines down village lanes and through city streets. Carrying a metal bowl covered with orange cloth, they accept offerings, or “alms” from laypeople.
Every culture has its carb-based comfort food and in Japan, the original go-to meal is ramen. Of Chinese origin, this salty dish comprises hand-pulled wheat noodles in broth, plus a wide array of extras and condiments.
Just because it’s monsoon season doesn’t mean an Asian beach vacation is out of the question. On the contrary, there are many wonderfully sunny beach destinations throughout the region where travelers can still experience good weather even during the wet season. Low season also has the benefit of being generally less expensive for travel, with popular beaches, resorts and spas less crowded and more relaxing – exactly what you want from a tropical beach vacation.
Myanmar is a fascinating country – a trip there never fails to uncover myriad delights. In addition to Myanmar’s resplendent temples, unspoiled beaches and stunning mountain terrain, the country also boasts a rich diversity of cultures. Many travelers are surprised to learn that amongst the various diaspora communities within Myanmar are a more than half a million Nepalese Gurkha.
Feng shui is an ancient Chinese art that literally translates as “wind water” which involves arranging an environment based on the energy flow called ‘qi’. Qi, also sometimes written as ‘chi’ is a life energy that is thought to be present in all things living and inanimate which must be given balance in any given space, especially in places we spend significant time in.
Flying is quick and usually the easiest way to cover a big distance, but with the convenience of modern-day flying, and especially budget airlines, it sometimes feels like the aura and romance has been lost from travel. Trains on the other hand, still feel romantic to us, so we thought we’d share our favorite railway adventures with you.
Asia is a wonder-filled place full of vibrancy, amazing people and life-changing experiences. But sometimes even the most seasoned vacationer needs a little help with the language, especially in some important areas of traveling. So here are five phrases that will help you get by better in Asia, and maybe even save your life!
