Asia

While 97 percent of Turkey’s large landmass lies in Asia, three percent of it is located on the Balkan Peninsula in Southeast Europe, separated from the rest of the country by the Bosphorous, Sea of Marmara, and by the Dardanelles.

Bangkok, also known as the ‘City of Angels’, is easily one of the craziest cities you could ever set foot into.

Myanmar, the official name for the Southeast Asian nation more commonly known as Burma, is a must-see for travelers who like Buddha and beaches, though not necessarily in that order.

Eastern China is a world unto its own. It’s rich in history, with some towns going back 6,000 years.

The largest city in the world, Tokyo is a fun, fascinating, futuristic place to visit.

White-sand beaches, turquoise bays, and swaying palm trees have made these islands the very definition of a tropical escape.

Located to the southeast of China, the island nation of Taiwan is one of the most densely populated countries in the world and its bustling and vibrant cities are full of beautiful old temples, fantastic museums and lively night markets which offer up a stunning array of delicious cuisines.

Located about 4 hours from Phnom Penh by bus, Sihanoukville is the country’s premier beach destination for locals and tourists alike.

The northern third of the island of Borneo comprises East Malaysia which is divided into two states. To the east and sitting on the most northerly tip of the island is Sabah.

Indonesia is a huge country, in both population and land area, with significant cultural and geological diversity.

Travelers who are bored with the beaches of Thailand or the natural sights of Vietnam may be up for more ancient ruins viewing. In this case, Cambodia can satisfy these urges.

Located in the Pacific Ocean just off the eastern coast of mainland Asia, Japan is remarkably made up of almost 7,000 islands.

Laos is a mountainous and landlocked country in South-East Asia that has long been isolated from the outside world. A visit to Laos is, in many ways, a trip back in time.

Full of incredible old temples and shrines, Nara was the first capital of Japan all the way back in the eighth century.

Now the largest city in Europe, bustling Istanbul straddles the banks of the Bosphorus and has long been billed as the place where East meets West.