A true beachfront paradise, Bali combines numerous world-class resorts with astonishing biodiversity. Bali allows you to have it any way you like, to either hang by the beach for a week or explore the cliffs of Uluwatu or rainforests, rivers, and jungles in its still-wild inland. Also not to be missed: the stunning temples of Ulun Danu and Tanah Lot. If you visit Asia, travel protection is a must; the food is different, making connections can be hard, typhoons and earthquake are not uncommon, and you may not speak the language.
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Welcome to our new website! Sign In. Forgot Password. Create Account. Popular Destinations. Phuket, Thailand. Vietnam is expected to welcome "visitors from markets with high tourism potential and epidemic safety Under Vaccinated Travel Lanes , vaccinated travelers from Germany and Brunei can visit Singapore without quarantining if they pass four Covid tests. If the program works well, Singapore plans to open travel lanes to other countries, according to Singapore authorities.
Travelers from select parts of Asia can also enter Singapore regardless of their vaccination status if they apply for an Air Travel Pass. After being postponed several times, plans for a travel bubble between Singapore and Hong Kong ended last month. The two governments decided to drop pursuing the travel bubble due to differences in their anti-Covid strategies.
Southeast Asia's largest and most populous country is taking steps to welcome visitors soon. The islands of Bali, Bintan and Batam are part of a reopening pilot project, thanks to their vaccination rates, safety protocols, health infrastructure and international demand, a representative from Indonesia's Ministry of Tourism told CNBC. Bali's reopening has been postponed several times this year due to infection outbreaks on the island. As of Sept. Langkawi reopened this month as part of Malaysia's Tourism Recovery Plan.
However, the archipelago located 30 kilometers The government indicated it expects to welcome domestic visitors to other popular tourist destinations such as Tioman Island, Johor, Melaka and the state of Sabah on the island of Borneo. International travelers will be welcome at phase 4 of the plan, according to Malaysia's tourism authority. Langkawi is a popular resort destination for regional tourists and is known for its beaches, rainforests and abundant wildlife.
Malaysia has experienced a significant drop in tourism revenue due to pandemic-related restrictions. Correction: A previous version of this article misspelled the name of the Vietnamese island of Hon Thom. Kuala Lumpur. Malaysia's capital is a city of contrasts: the cultural and financial heart of the nation, with magnificent skyscrapers and three of the world's largest shopping centers—but also a great example of colonial architecture, Malay Islamic details, and old Chinese shophouses.
Walking through the city is a great way to appreciate the eclectic look of this relatively new Asian capital and see the different cultures and styles melting into each other.
KL is home to the tallest twin buildings in the world , the Petronas—architectural marvels of steel and glass that stand meters tall. The towers are surrounded by a large urban park and are home to a massive shopping center with over stores, a theater housing the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, and even an underwater aquarium. KL is a very green city, with many parks, gardens, and open spaces everywhere you go. The hectare Lake Gardens is a major urban park that contains a butterfly park, the world's largest aviary bird park , and an orchid garden.
You'll also find three forest reserves within the city, perfect for trekking and catching sight of rare fauna. The limestone Batu Caves which contain several Hindu shrines ; the Cameron Highlands with its tea plantations ; and the colorful town of Malacca, established by Portuguese settlers, are all great day-trip destinations from Kuala Lumpur. Accommodation: Where to Stay in Kuala Lumpur.
Thailand's capital has lots going for it—not only is this the main gateway for all major destinations within the country, but this cosmopolitan city also has much to offer on its own. With over 24 million visitors arriving here every year, this is also one of the top cities in the world to visit. Even tourists who are only here briefly on their way to the islands should make time to visit the Grand Palace , a former royal residence converted into a museum.
For those with more time in the capital city, the royal Vimanmek Mansion the largest teak building in the world and the Jim Thompson House, a museum dedicated to the American businessman who revolutionized the local silk industry, are also worth a visit.
For a completely different view of the city, get on a classic tuk-tuk taxi or jump on a water bus. Singapore skyline at dusk. Singapore is a unique spot in Southeast Asia. This island-city state is modern and cosmopolitan , a place where multi-story shopping centers mix with stunning and unexpected natural attractions. The Marina Bay Sands , an integrated resort, is a good example of that—it offers not only a hotel, but also a museum, art-science exhibits, and the best terraced views over the city and bay from the infinity pool set on their roof.
Sentosa Island is another example, an entertainment complex that includes everything from a two-kilometer-long beach and a restored coastal fort to Southeast Asia's first 4D theater, a Butterfly Park and Insect Kingdom, and even a Universal Studios Singapore theme park. Singapore's airport has been named the best in the world, and it's an attraction all in itself, home to the world's tallest indoor waterfall, a five-story tall indoor garden, a mirror and haze maze, and a massive butterfly garden with over 1, species flying free in tropical greenery.
Shwedagon Pagoda. Up until , Myanmar offered only limited access to tourists because of the five-decade-long military dictatorship that commanded the country—so now that it's finally possible to visit, and before it becomes crazy busy with tourists, you definitely should see this fascinating destination.
Yangon was the capital of Myanmar or Burma until , when the military government moved it somewhere else. Since the country was under military dictatorship for so long, the city suffered a lot of issues and still boasts a lot of buildings in decay and with inadequate infrastructure. Still, Yangon is full of beautiful architecture in the form of colonial-era buildings centered around the 2,year-old Sule Pagoda.
It is the gilded Shwedagon Pagoda also known as the Golden Pagoda that dominates the skyline of the city, however—the most sacred Buddhist pagoda in the country, believed to contain relics of the last four Buddhas. Visitors should make time to visit the Bogyoke Aung San Market , where stalls sell everything from antiques and local handicrafts to Burmese jade, local delicacies, and even natural medicine products.
Another great must-do is the Yangon Circular Train , which runs on a kilometer-long loop around Yangon, offering a unique insight into the real daily life of Burmese people. Accommodation: Where to Stay in Yangon.
Wat Xieng Thong in Luang Prabang. Recognized for its mix of rural, French colonial, and religious architecture and heritage, the city is one of Laos' most visited and certainly most beautiful. Luang Prabang sits at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers and is home to many temples—including Wat Chom Si shrine, located at the top of Mount Phou Si and overlooking the town.
Alms ceremonies where monks take to the streets to ask for food are so common here that in the early morning, the entire town is covered in streams of orange as the monks make their way through the streets. Just outside the city, the Bear Rescue Centre which specializes in helping sun bears rescued from poachers and the multi-tiered Kuang Si Falls are both worth a visit. If you're up for some trekking, head out to the Pak Ou Caves , famous for their hundreds of miniature Buddha sculptures.
Accommodation: Where to Stay in Luang Prabang. Aerial view of Palawan Island. Palawan has been named one of the most beautiful islands in the world so many times, it's hard to ignore its beauty.
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