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Summary How Voting Works What Readers Loved The Winner The Full List Warm, welcoming, and lush, Southeast Asia is one of the most diverse regions in the world, offering myriad landscapes and adventures. This year, the preferences of iBestTravel readers continued to spotlight the enchanting country of Thailand, renowned for its vibrant culture, scrumptious cuisine,…
Summary Introduction to Laos’ New Railway Exploring Laos’ Attractions Economic Impact of the Railway Future Connectivity Plans Onboard Experience A New Era of Travel in Laos Among the mountains and rivers of Laos, a new cross-country railway ushers in an age of super-smooth travel. Not long ago, traveling between Laos’s most popular towns for visitors—…
Summary The Standard, Hua Hin, Thailand Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia Six Senses Yao Noi, Koh Yao Noi, Thailand Six Senses Con Dao, Vietnam Amanpuri, Phuket, Thailand Anantara Chiang Mai Resort, Thailand Four Seasons Resort the Nam Hai, Hoi An, Vietnam Amanpulo, Pamalican Island, Philippines 137 Pillars House, Chiang Mai, Thailand Shangri-La’s Mactan,…
Celebrating the Ghost Festival in Eastern Asia In August, Buddhist and Taoist believers in Eastern Asia commemorate the Ghost Festival, a significant day when ghosts and spirits are believed to emerge from the lower realm, walking the Earth alongside the living. This festival is rich in cultural traditions and customs, showcasing the vibrant spiritual beliefs…
Top Luxury Resorts in Southeast Asia With lush forests, tropical islands, turquoise gulfs, and incredible biodiversity, it’s no wonder that Southeast Asia is a major draw for travelers looking to escape the bustle. Consequently, the region’s abundance of upscale resort hotels creates endless options for a restful getaway. The World’s Best Awards Survey Every year…
Explore the Best Resort Hotels in Southeast Asia Southeast Asia is renowned for its immense diversity and breathtaking landscapes. From Cambodia and Vietnam to Thailand, the region offers a plethora of stunning destinations that are certainly worth the long journey. In this vibrant continent, travelers often seek serene luxury, and they can find it in…
Picture the landscapes of Southeast Asia and your imagination will likely conjure up images of sloping rice terraces, white-sand beaches, and thickets of dense green jungle. However, the region is equally characterized by its dramatic limestone cliffs, which pepper the countryside from Myanmar to Indonesia. Ever since rock climbers recognized this in the early ‘90s,…
Phased Reopening of Southeast Asia: What to Expect Southeast Asia boasts some of the most iconic travel destinations in the world. Currently, countries like Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Myanmar, Indonesia (including Bali), Cambodia, and Laos have implemented restrictions on visitors. Thailand’s Gradual Reopening Strategy Thailand is a prime example of a phased approach to reopening. Having…
Epic Train Journey from Singapore to Bangkok Grand colonial-era stations and lush tropical countryside are among the attractions of the 1800km rail journey from Singapore to Bangkok – arguably one of the best train journeys in Southeast Asia. The downside? The only direct service between the two is the luxury Eastern and Oriental Express, costing…
Travel to Southeast Asia: Reopening Destinations and Entry Guidelines Many countries in Southeast Asia have been shut off from the world during the pandemic due to closed borders or strict entry rules. However, the landscape is changing in 2022 as many nations phase out restrictions and welcome travelers once again. Vietnam Entry rules: Vietnam is…
Tipping Across Asia: A Comprehensive Guide Tipping can be a complex aspect of travel, particularly in Asia, where customs vary significantly between countries. Understanding these nuances is essential for respectful and appropriate travel. This guide provides a clear overview of tipping practices across Asian countries, ensuring you navigate your dining, hotel stays, and tours with…
Travel Guide to Laos Quiet and culturally rich, Laos has a lot to offer—much of which is unique in the world. Although it might not be as famous as its neighboring countries, Thailand and Vietnam, the Lao People’s Democratic Republic is a captivating destination filled with experiences waiting to be discovered. While its history has…
Exploring Hanoi: A Mix of Cultures Our impression of Hanoi was that it was a mixture of China and France, which makes sense given its historical context of being occupied by the Chinese Ming Dynasty in 1408 and the French in 1873. Everywhere you look in Hanoi, there is some kind of beautiful artwork: from…