where to go in Asia if you want to explore it.
I'm so sorry if your favorite Asian nation isn't on the list
of the best places to visit. It can be pretty hard to choose where to go in
Asia if you want to explore it.
1. Vietnam
"Vietnam is
incredible! Hanoi specifically, but the entire coastline is unique. I took a
tour that took me from Ho Chi Minh City in the south to Hanoi in the north and
everywhere in between. Culture that is real. Beautiful."
"By our
standards, everything is cheap and has great food and nightlife."
2. Taiwan
"The country was
gorgeous, the public transportation was fantastic, and everyone was so friendly
and helpful. Everything was so cheap, and the convenience stores were just as
nice, if not better, than those in Japan. I really recommend Taiwan as a place
to discover. I felt so safe, too — not
once did I feel the need to guard my purse or my body like I would in other
countries."
"I have been to
Taiwan. It is my top recommendation. I
was in Taipei for three weeks. However, I didn't go in the summer because it
was so hot when I went in June. It might be pleasant in the spring or autumn.
It is simple to move around. The people are pleasant. It has excellent public
transportation. It is very secure. I had no issues."
3. Japan
"Japan has been
fun for me with the variety there. The
atmosphere in Tokyo and Kyoto is completely different. You've got ancient and
modern. a wide range of food. It's a
breeze to get around using public transportation. I'd love to get up to
Hokkaido for trip number three."
"I went to Japan alone in September/October, and it was
great. Particularly in Tokyo, things can
get a little bit chaotic. If you go there, you could start in Kyoto, which is
super walkable and has something to see around every corner. I was there for a week, but I could have
stayed longer. I’d just go aimlessly wander around and stumble upon so much.
Also, it’s super
safe. I never felt afraid walking alone
at night as a woman because there were always other women doing the same thing.
This is a significant sign of safety to me." "Japan is really
user-friendly and has so much to do.
Just spent six weeks there, and it was amazing. The best time is either
October-November or March-April, unless you want to ski/snowboard, and then
it’s February."
4. Indonesia
"Indonesia is
amazing and beautiful. The people are the friendliest I have met
anywhere."
"Indonesia for
its history, culture, and natural beauty."
"When I was
young, I spent a lot of time traveling to Korea during school breaks because my
mother is Korean. Definitely recommend, but I would suggest going to some of
the smaller rural cities or districts rather than Seoul or Busan because they
are less crowded, have more cultural and historical landmarks, and are less
likely to have tourist traps. Also, don't go to Gwangjang Market because it's
now way too expensive. Instead, go to Gyeongdong, which is a lot bigger,
cheaper, and a better place." —Anonymous
"South Korea is
a stunning destination. It's spotless, and the people there are kind and
helpful. The variety of local dishes is reasonably priced; however, keep in
mind that Korean-style pizza may differ from that of other countries. The
public transportation options are clean, safe, and reasonably priced. Intercity
buses are plentiful; just go to any convenience store and purchase a reloadable
bus pass for that area. The cost of
intracity transportation is also very low, and I strongly recommend visiting the rural areas of the country. South Korea is about the size of the state of
Indiana. The travel time is short. There
are mountains, beaches, lakes, streams, and quiet, smaller communities located
within an hour of the megacity of Seoul that are worth your time to explore."
6. Singapore
"If you've never
been outside of the United States and want to see a global Asian city,
Singapore is a great place to start. English is an official language, and
everyone speaks it. Additionally, it is
a wonderful city with a significant expat population and a fascinating mix of
cultures." "Singapore.
Everything can be reached on foot. The malls are nice, very worth
visiting. The food is delicious, and
they have both cheap and expensive foods.
Taiwan may have night markets, but Singapore has hawker centers."
7. Laos
"It is
beautiful, cheap, safe, clean, friendly, and safe. a true secret
treasure." "Laos for being small and the laidback pace of life."
8. China
"Thailand and
Sri Lanka are really cool, but if I had to pick one, it’d be China. It’s just so massive and diverse with endless
things to see and stuff to experience and learn."
"China! I extended my trip to see other parts of the
country as part of a two-week school program I had signed up for. Everyone was
so nice and helpful, and it was shockingly affordable. I felt incredibly safe there as a woman alone
and found locals always willing to help me figure things out. I saw so many gorgeous sights, cultural and scenery-wise
(although, for many, I was the tourist attraction haha)."
9. Malaysia
"Malaysia for
being a cosmopolitan crossroads with a bit of everything."
"Easy to travel
there, friendly people, great food, stunning scenery, lots of fun things to
do."
"Malaysia is
underrated, especially for people who speak English or Chinese. Just way too
hot at certain times of the year."
10. And finally, India
Regarding India, I
believe that people's responses can be very inconsistent, depending on how they
did it. I adored every minute of our private tour, which took us to Delhi,
Agra, Jaipur, Jodhpur, and Udaipur with a driver and a local guide. The palaces
were some of the most amazing structures I've ever seen, and the people were
lovely, welcoming, and helpful. The food is excellent. However, I've heard of
folks who tried to do India on their own and hated it. Because it is chaotic and difficult to
navigate, I believe it is one of those places where it is really helpful to
have a local guide show you around. You also need to go in with the right expectations
because many of the places you'll visit have poor infrastructure and a huge
wealth gap that shows in the luxury of many of them. But overall, I had the
best time and was completely obsessed. I went to Cambodia, Thailand, and
Vietnam on this same trip (spent about five weeks in Asia) and loved every
single one, but India was the favorite for both my partner and me."
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