Asia

Planning a trip to the Far East? Check out the advice, stories and tips I’ve written over the course of my many trips to Asia, which have seen me visit the countries of Burma (Myanmar), Cambodia, China, Hong Kong India, Laos, Malaysia, The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam, and important tourist attractions such as Angkor Wat, The Great Wall of China and the Taj Mahal.

Beijing Travel Photos: Exploring the Northern Capital

Pollution in Beijing, China

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What Beijing lacks in traditional beauty, it compensates for ten-fold in character.

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Vietnam’s Cu Chi Tunnels

Cu Chi Tunnels Travel

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Pay a visit to the subterranean Cu Chi tunnels, one of the most impressive defense systems in the history of war, even if seeing relics of the Vietnam War is a low priority for you.

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7 Reasons to Give Manila a Chance

San Agustín Monastery in Manila

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If the adventures I described in my previous post about the Philippine capital didn’t convince you, consider these seven reasons you should spend at least a few days in Manila.

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How to Travel Within Laos

Photos of animals in Laos

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Getting around in Laos isn’t absolutely impossible — although you might feel it is when you’re trapped inside a public Lao bus with dozens of locals.

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Introducing Koh Mak, Thailand

KohMak

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Although Koh Mak is far from deserted, silence and tranquility are never more than a short walk or bike ride away.

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Visiting the Chengdu Panda Base

Panda at Chengdu Panda Base in Chengdu, China

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If you want to see pandas in China, and lots of them, your surest bet is visiting the official panda breeding and research center near Chengdu.

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Things to Do In Jaipur, India

Travel in Jaipur Elephants at Amber Fort

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The list I present here is far from all-encompassing, but should provide you with ideas on how to get your Jaipur, India adventure started.

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Photo Essay: More From Myanmar

Amarapura Bridge near Mandalay, Myamar

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Cast aside any preconceived notions you have of Myanmar and take a trip with me through one of the most interesting places on the planet.

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My Cursed Christmas in China

Dragon at Shanghai Museum

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Shellfish, and liquor, and vomit! Oh my!
That was the extent of my Christmas in Shanghai

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Christmas Travel in the Philippines

Children at Christmas in the Philippines

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The Philippines is an incredible place to spend Christmas — and not just because of the tropical warmth.

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Shanghai’s Century Park

Shanghai Century Park in China

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Just as Shanghai’s more than 4,000 skyscrapers dwarf the Manhattan skyline, Century Park is something like Central Park on steroids, even if Central Park is technically larger by area.

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