Colorful Bangkok taxis are all over the city and are a great way to get around under the right conditions. To avoid common pitfalls, keep these tips in mind before hopping into one of them.
In Asia, eight is believed to be the luckiest number. For the Cantonese Chinese who live in prosperous communities all over Southeast Asia, the number eight represents "a great fortune in the near future". In the same spirit, we present eight places in Southeast Asia that represent everyth
Traditional toilets in Japan are similar to other traditional toilets found across Asia. They are known as squat toilets and are located on the floor. They are still common throughout the country and can be found in many public places such as shopping malls. While they still exist in some private ho
Located on the southern coast of India in the state of Tamil Nadu, Kanyakumari is a seaside town known for its sunrises and sunsets over the place where three bodies of water--the Indian Ocean, the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea--meet. It is also considered a pilgrimage site. Popular...
Ratchadapisek is an area of Bangkok that offers many hotels choices.bangkok image by Adrian Hillman from Fotolia.comRatchadapisek, sometimes referred to as "Ratchada," is a district of Bangkok, Thailand, known as a new commercial and business area, as well as for shopping and...
As well as being a major international business hub, Kuala Lumpur attracts millions of tourists a year, with Euromonitor data placing it as one of the most visited cities on the planet. Alongside its dynamic commercial center, the Malaysian capital boasts a number of old and more modern tourist attr
Bali boasts some of the world's finest surfing, with more than 50 locations suitable for the sport. Each has its unique characteristics, and depending on the tides, can offer a thrilling experience both for the novice and expert.
Take a guided tour of Petaling Street's food scene: delicious and rooted in all of the cultures that made Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia the powerhouse city it is today.
A personal shortlist of favorite foods out of the myriad choices that Penang has to offer. You're warmly invited to come to Penang, pick and choose… and make a list of your own!
Venture north of the Philippines' capital of Manila - take a culinary tour of the province of Pampanga for a deeper look into the nation's culture and history.
On of Thailand's most fun and exotic festivals is the elephant roundup, a weekend-long event where nearly 100 elephants and their trainers come together for an amazing performance!
A list of Bohol, Philippines accommodations located throughout the island excepting Panglao Island. The list caters to all budgets, from backpacker to luxury.
A list of reasons to put Singapore on your to-visit list: its verdant parks, world-class zoos, luxurious hotels, historical structures, and deliciously cheap eats, all in an area not much bigger than El Paso, Texas.
India's temples are symbols of religious devotion.hindu temple in india image by Michael Drager from Fotolia.comLocated throughout India are large structures that have stood for thousands of years built from stones, brick and mortar. Many of these monuments such as the Taj Mahal have...