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Southeast Asia provides some of the most diverse and brilliant waters to dive in the world. Boasting the majority of the world’s underwater critters and corals along with the visibility is unprecedented. There are far more than 5 amazing spots to dive, but here are some that top the list …

For several years now, Southeast Asia has been the destination of choice for travellers looking to take a break from the norm, discover new cultures and experience a different way of life. Whether you’re planning on backpacking around Indochina, exploring the region on an organised tour or taking advantage of …

Got money concerns? Whether you are travelling into Southeast Asia for business or for a holiday, it’s important that you get your finances intact. What does this mean? Simple. You must have accessible budget whenever you travel around Southeast Asia. How do you make that happen? Again it’s simple. Enroll …

Coming to Southeast Asia for your next vacation? Great idea! But, before you break out your heavy suitcase and start throwing in the bikinis and swimming trunks, read this article for some advice on how and what to pack for a holiday in Southeast Asia. Even if you’re not a …

Need some souvenirs to take home? Looking for that perfect wall hanging or beach sarong? Fancy a knock-off watch or handbag? Negotiating for prices in Southeast Asia is a great social leveler–whether you’re staying poolside in a five-star resort or bunking up in a hostel dormitory, you’ll face the same …

A beach, a book and a beer: my three ingredients for a great trip. Traveling in Southeast Asia often involves a visit to one of the area’s exquisite beaches. And, long-haul travelers anywhere know the virtues of having a good book to while away layovers, train departure delays and that …

When I fly internationally, I’m usually thinking more about my destination than about the airports I’ll stop at on the way. But sometimes, like when planes are delayed or when I want to plan an extra-long layover so I can do some sightseeing between flights, the airport becomes not only …

Traveling through Southeast Asia brings us in contact with exotic food, flowers, people, and wildlife. Animal lovers who visit the region have a unique chance to see some of the world’s most interesting animals up close. Here are five ways tourists can encounter local wildlife: 1) Ride an Elephant through …

More than just a beautiful decoration in local parks, flowers in Southeast Asia are significant in both culture and religion. Worldwide, red roses have come to represent passion and romantic love; likewise, in Southeast Asia, there are many other flowers that symbolize emotions, characteristics or ideals. The blooms you see …

Traveling enriches your perspectives, and literally changes how you see the world. Up close, these landmarks may not altogether look dramatic, but try to see them from where the eagles stand and you will instantly be transported to a different world and a different space-time. Below are some of the …

While most of the world is intimately familiar with good-looking and sweet-tasting apples, pears and peaches, and the more popular tropical fruits yellow mangoes, pineapples and bananas (you know, the fruit basket you often get upon checking in at a high end hotel), how many have heard of the spiky …

When it comes to research, nothing comes close to the Smithsonian Institution, a massive complex of museums, research centers and a zoo that are dedicated to amass knowledge for the “increase and diffusion” of the same. When asked of their own bucket list, the Smithsonian – who should know nature, …