Asia

The Philippines is an enchanting island country in Southeast Asia.

With its wealth of Buddhist temples and shrines, this serene riverside city truly lives up to a name that translates as “Royal Buddhist Image.

Malaysia isn’t necessarily known for its beaches, often falling by the wayside due to the beautiful beaches of nearby Thailand and Indonesia, so it’s not a traditional go-to beach destination.

Southeast Asia is a group of diverse countries between the Indian Ocean and the Pacific Ocean, featuring indigenous cultures influenced by Indian, Chinese and Western culture.

The coastal hub of Shanghai is a wild place to visit. China’s biggest city is as famous for its lively traditional restaurants as it is for its colonial architecture.

A fun and bustling city, Siem Reap is where most travelers to Cambodia will stop off in order to see the stunning temple complex of Angkor Wat.

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.

Turkey is an ancient patchwork of cultures, peoples and landscapes.

Long associated with sun-soaked beaches, this coastal region first drew adventurous backpackers before gaining worldwide popularity with travelers of all kinds.

In recent years, the tourism industry in Sri Lanka has really taken off, and it’s easy to see why.

As the former capital of the Thai Kingdom, Ayutthaya was an impressive site, with three palaces and more than 400 temples.

Located in the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka’s long and ancient history means that there are a wealth of incredible sites to explore on this marvelous island.

Ancient temples, tangled alleyways, and the distant backdrop of the Himalayas give this city an atmosphere unlike anywhere else.

Singapore is a vibrant city in Southeast Asia that combines the best of the old and the new with so many exciting things to see and do.

Kyoto, which was once the capital of Japan, is known for its many beautiful temples, shrines and also for its many historic sites, including Nijo Castle.