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Region Southeast Asia- one of the most popular tourist destinations all over the world. The reason for this is the winter seasonality, the unique exotic nature, the combination of skyscrapers and urbanization with snow-white beaches and the azure sea, where you can escape in the midst of our winter weather. A big plus is a wide range of tour prices from affordable reed bungalows to luxurious ones hotel complexes with a worldwide reputation on .
Are you ready to dive headfirst into the exotic? Then - go ahead!
PATTAYA THAILAND
PHAN TIET VIETNAM
HAINAN CHINA
BALI INDONESIA
GOA INDIA
LANGKAWI MALAYSIA
BORACAY PHILIPPINES
SIHANOUKVILLE CAMBODIA
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The largest part of the world, washed by three oceans and containing 53 states, Asia on the world map is like a motley carpet of cultures, languages, and nationalities. Perhaps there is no region on Earth more diverse and rich in all kinds of wonders. From Israel to the Philippines, from Mongolia to India, its mercilessly scorched lands stretch. Although man originated from Africa, it was here that he learned to sow and reap, invented the wheel, writing and philosophy. Over the course of thousands of years, Asia has seen a lot: the flourishing of great civilizations and bloodthirsty hordes of nomads, magnificent pearls of creativity and primitive cruelty, devastation and fertility, millions of wars and the birth of religions. It is not surprising that today Asia is the subject of the most intense tourist interest. Here are the pillars of the industry such as Turkey, Thailand, Maldives, India, Israel, UAE and a lot of developing countries in the tourism sense - Vietnam, South Korea, Oman, etc.
What is it like, a portrait of an “Asian” tourist? Let's start with the fact that the main thing people go to Asia for is, of course, exoticism, and its own exoticism, authentic and not at all similar to, say, African. Be it temple complexes India or fiery tom yum soup in a Pattaya diner, calls to prayer pouring from the minarets of Damascus, or Orthodox Jews marching in the July heat in fur hats along the streets of Jerusalem - everything permeates the Asian flavor: bright, always unexpected, a little disconcerting and remaining in the memory like a frozen frame from a film. Pictures of Asia - a whirlwind of colorful colors, a combination of incongruous things, crazy beauty and an excess of lines, shades, shapes.
By the way, in terms of climate, Asia is more than diverse: on its territory you can find weather for every taste. If you want snow - welcome to north coast Mother Russia, if you like the heat, please proceed to the July Emirates; if you want humid tropics, you have a direct route to the Philippines. In addition, God himself ordered climbers to go to Asia - to Everest and for those who prefer more than calm sea spaces - to the Dead Sea. And for those who want to stay in the very center of Asia, we recommend going to Irkutsk: it is this city that bears the title of the geographical “navel” of the region.
In addition, Asia is visited in order to experience spirituality. The world's largest religions once arose on its territory: Buddhism, Christianity, Islam. So the number of religious monuments here is appropriate: and numerous Buddhist monasteries, pagodas and stupas, and places associated with earthly life Christ, and the most significant mosques.
Last but not least, it is worth mentioning the “idle” advantages of Asia, which include the coasts of several oceans and numerous seas, clean beaches with fine sand and other amenities near the beach - in the form of hotels, restaurants, discos and other developed infrastructure. And, of course, gourmets will not be deprived of vivid impressions: the world has never seen so many seasonings, aromatic plants and hot peppers as Asian housewives use! Whether it's Rajasthani chicken with curry sauce or Tajik khash - an unforgettable experience is guaranteed!
- Western Asia: Azerbaijan, Armenia, Bahrain, Georgia, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, Yemen, Qatar, Cyprus, Kuwait, Lebanon, UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Syria and Türkiye
- South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
- Southeast Asia: Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Brunei, East Timor, Indonesia, Singapore, Philippines, Malaysia
- East Asia: China, Taiwan, Japan, North Korea, Republic of Korea and Mongolia
- Central Asia (aka Central or Front): Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan
The only thing better than the mountains is a beach holiday. Or better yet: there is a time for the mountains, but there must also be a time for the beach. In recent years, European winter resorts have been losing popularity, giving the palm to the hot beaches of Asia. But Asia is big and the weather in different parts of it is different. Where to go to truly relax, and not sit in an exotic hut, escaping the monsoons and downpours? We have reviewed places where in winter good weather, where you can go on your own or by purchasing a tour. Where you can sunbathe and swim together, in a group, with children. We present to you 12 Asian resorts for every taste, color, interest and budget.
You can, of course, just lie on the beach, but it’s better to combine business with pleasure. Ancient temples, cities in the jungle, fantastic shows, new tastes and aromas. And all this, as a rule, is located some 1-1.5 km from that same luxurious beach with white sand. Read on for a quick overview of 12 of Asia's best resorts that offer time for the sea, fun and relaxation for the whole family.
Bali
They wrote, talked, shouted, and made films about Bali. This is probably the most desirable island in the world. Not that big, but almost perfect. Weddings take place here, romantic vacations for lovers, the most fabulous dinners on the beach, and parents with children also come here. Bali has everything that lovers of the sea, sun and leisurely lazy holiday might like. It's fabulous beautiful place, a tropical paradise and a corner of earthly delights. Also, there are good-natured dolphins and good waves for surfers. If you have not been to Bali yet, then it is worth considering this option.
You can find and book a flight to Bali (Denpaser) Here.
Housing cost: from €25 per night.
Goa
First of all: Goa is not an island, as many people believe. This is the western coast, former colony, founded by the Portuguese. Let it not be so here white sand, and the sea is the most ordinary warm sea. But you will combine your vacation with a visit to snow-white Catholic churches, and you will see the old fort in Chapora. The relics of St. Francis are kept here. There is a very colorful old town. Goa is the spirit of freedom with the scent of the ocean breeze. And most importantly, a well-developed tourism infrastructure. Shops, services and a lot of housing offers. From expensive hotels to simple guesthouses.
You can find and book a flight to GOA (Dabolim) Here.
Housing cost: from € 15 per night.
Sri Lanka
Yes, yes, this is Ceylon. The birthplace of delicious tea. But that’s not the only thing that will surprise you with the island. This is very beautiful nature, ancient architecture and a very pleasant environment. Here you can take a boat ride, dive on a coral reef, or windsurf. Here you will be offered to experience for yourself what real Ayurvedic medicine is. The warm, gentle and very clean sea will appeal to everyone: there is also something for surfers. Don't forget about the abundance of tropical fruits. You won’t gain extra pounds from such lazy rest.
You can find and book a flight to Sri Lanka (Colombo) Here.
Housing cost: from € 15 per night.
Phuket
The most popular beach town in Thailand. There really is something for every taste and color, as they say. Do you want active nightlife right on the beach? Then head to Patong. If your priority is calm, measured days with your family, then the quiet Nai Harnom beach will be ideal option. For a stormy romantic adventure, Karon is suitable with a picturesque cape, cafes, and places for a couple in love to retire. By the way, we do not recommend swimming far into the sea, it can be dangerous. There is not only active life here, but also predatory fauna.
You can find and book a flight to Phuket Here.
Housing cost: from € 22 per night.
Langkawi
Beaches squeezing in gold ring tropical hills of all shades of green. This is what it is, the island of Langkawi in Malaysia. Here you must always be on your guard, otherwise small monkeys will easily steal your towel, camera or cap. You will need a camera, especially during the flowering period of the red jasmine. Here you can enjoy fresh papaya, yellow watermelons and rambutans and exotic durian to your heart's content. The best freshly squeezed juices, fruit and even alcoholic cocktails are available to you in bars. The food is delicious, Asian-spicy. Lots of fish, noodles and, of course, where without spicy curry?
You can find and book a flight to Kuala Lumpur Here. From KL to Langkawi you can travel by local airlines, ferry, bus or train.
Housing cost: from € 17 per night.
Maldives
Here you won’t need shoes, and you can immediately forget about your bad mood. The Maldives is not one island, but 1200. An entire archipelago of small islands covered with amazing white sand. It's not so much sand as shells crushed by the ocean. Some islands are larger and have larger hotels or bungalow complexes. And there are very small ones, with only 1-2 houses on stilts. They don’t really like TVs here, and there’s not enough internet. Yes, all this is not so necessary on vacation, when you can swim, walk, look at incredibly beautiful birds and butterflies, and scuba dive. Spend one or two days doing aromatherapy at a spa. They really know how to give a massage, which brings even the most avid worker back to life.
You can find and book a flight to the Maldives (Male, Hulule Atoll) Here.
Housing cost: from €34 per night.
Samui
It was opened relatively recently. Just in the 1970s. Tourists on a boat accidentally swam into these waters. And they couldn’t hold back their cries of admiration. The island looked as if no one had ever been here. Paradise Island With coconut trees and a couple of huts. Very soon, rampant construction began. Everyone wanted to invest money in this new paradise for Europeans. Of course, there is pure white sand, an amazing blue sea, green jungle right up to the shore. Only 50 years have passed and now Samui has become a luxury resort in Thailand. It has not lost its charm; hotel owners take great care of this.
You can find and book a flight to Koh Samui via Bangkok Here.
Housing cost: from €21 per night.
Vung Tau
An excellent solution for those who value a “50/50” vacation. The resort is located far enough from noisy big cities Vietnam. But not so far away that you can't visit Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon. It's warm, beautiful, tasty and very interesting here. You have the opportunity to take a break from beach life and plunge into city life. Vietnam is a very beautiful country, worth visiting.
Here. From Ho Chi Minh City you can get to Vung Tau by speedboat or bus.
Housing cost: from €9 per night.
Hainan
China also has beautiful tropical islands. Previously, by the way, unwanted nobles were exiled here so that they could live away from the capital and secular pleasures. Now tourists are tearing off tickets to this best resort in China. All 12 months of the year are in season, there is a warm sea and a lot of interesting things to do. Let's not forget that this is the best health resort in the entire Celestial Empire. Here you can improve your health, strengthen your immune system and prepare for life “after your vacation.”
Find and book flights to Hainan (Sanya Airport) you can here.
Housing cost: from € 12 per night.
Kerala
Now let's move to the Arabian Sea in South India. There is another famous resort here. Kerala or the Kerala coast, Varkala resort in particular, looks as if someone has persistently perfected it in Photoshop. White sand, tall palm trees with coconuts, leisurely days in blue light during the day, pink sunsets, clear air. It is convenient to enter the sea, the descent is gentle. They say this is where Ayurveda was born. So, welcome to spa treatments, massages, all kinds of relaxing treatments. For almost 5,000 years, masters of oriental medicine polished their skills here. Here they treat not only the body, but also the spirit. Don't miss the offer to relieve stress right on the seashore.
You can find and book a flight to Trivandrum, the capital of Kerala Here.
Housing cost: from € 13 per night.
Sihanoukville
On the shores of the Gulf of Thailand is the only and unique resort in Cambodia. Yes, there is only one, but what a one! 500 km closer to the equator than Thai resorts. But, unlike Pattaya, it is calm and quite secluded. Although, the laurels of the famous neighbor do not allow Sihanoukville to sleep peacefully. Perhaps in another 10 years, we won’t recognize Sihanoukville. It will turn into the “Pattaya of the future”. If you need to visit Cuba before McDonald's arrives, then Sihanoukville is worth a trip before it becomes a second Pattaya.
Find and book flights to Phnom Penh, the closest airport to Sihanoukville, Can Here.
Housing cost: from €18 per night.
Phan Thiet
Just 200 km from Ho Chi Minh City. But the roads here are such that expect a minimum of 4 hours. More and more popular resort Vietnam among Russians in recent years. So, if you wanted to stay away from your native speech, you won’t be able to do that here. There are a lot of cheerful young people, there are married couples, adventure seekers on their own, and lovely English elderly couples. In short, there is a very diverse crowd here. All because of what Phan Thiet has to offer great holiday all categories of tourists. Pleasant climate, warm sea all year round. What more could you ask for?
You can find and book a flight to Ho Chi Minh City Here. From Ho Chi Minh City you can get to Phan Thiet by taxi, bus and train.
Housing cost: from €9 per night.
All these resorts are suitable for winter holidays. But we must remember that the islands are in the sea, and where there is sea, there is a monsoon period. On one side of the island it is warm and dry, on the other it is windy and unpleasant. Check the details - they are the key to a relaxing holiday.
If you decide to buy voucher at a travel agency and they made you a “profitable” offer at a very low price, check for yourself whether there are monsoons during this period, in this particular place. The weather on the islands is very different: on one coast there is paradise, on the opposite coast there is boredom.
Relax and enjoy, but choose the place carefully!
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Residents of most regions of Russia really lack sun and warmth in winter. If you want to change your down jacket for a swimsuit, and hot tea with lemon for an iced cocktail, then drop everything, take a vacation and go to hot Asia. And here are the main resorts in Asia for beach holiday in winter!
The best resorts in Asia for a beach holiday
1. Sri Lanka
This exotic island, known throughout the world for its tea plantations. Although this is not the main feature of Sri Lanka: tourists value this island for sandy beaches, beautiful waterfalls, palm trees and stunning underwater world. But spending your entire holiday in Sri Lanka on the beach is a crime, because this island is created for adventure and travel. In Sri Lanka, people go windsurfing, diving, rafting, climb mountains and enjoy the beauty of nature.
2. Bali
It's unrealistically beautiful fairy island in, strewn with tropical forests and attracting travelers with its rocky shores, volcanoes, paradise beaches and waves. People go to Bali to meditate, relax, explore natural beauty, sunbathing and surfing. Holidays in Bali will appeal to families with children, newlyweds, and large friendly groups.
3. Goa
Perhaps this is not the most picturesque corner of nature in Asia, the water here is not as turquoise, and you won’t find white sandy beaches here. But there is something else in these places - the color and spirit of freedom. Tourists who have fallen in love with this Indian region return here again and again for beach parties until the morning, for the sake of meeting people and smiles. local residents. And lovers of history and architecture will appreciate the most beautiful churches, squares and original houses of the former Portuguese colony.
4. Phuket
This island has beaches and entertainment for every taste, from secluded evenings on Nai Harn Beach to wild parties in Patong. You can gorge yourself on seafood, swim in picturesque lagoons, ride elephants, admire the beauty of majestic temples and party in Thai entertainment venues.
5. Langkawi
This is the main resort island of Malaysia, very popular among tourists. This is just a godsend for tourists who love Asian resorts and want to try something new instead of the usual Goa and Phuket. Langkawi is covered with hills and dense jungle, and the agile monkeys are cute and friendly only at first glance, in fact they are constantly hunting for the property of relaxed tourists. Gardens and parks in Langkawi abound in a riot of colors and flowers, market sellers entice with the smell of fish and spices, and fruit rows invite you to treat yourself to yellow watermelons, rambutan and papaya.
6. Maldives
No wonder they call it paradise on Earth, more secluded, picturesque and quiet place not to be found all over the world. For those who are tired of traffic jams, noise and the hustle and bustle of work, the Maldives offers luxurious bungalows with access to the blue waters of the ocean. Boat trips, fabulous beaches, tropical forests and meals on the shores of the Indian Ocean will not leave any tourist indifferent.
7. Sihanoukville
This is a Cambodian resort undeservedly deprived of the attention of tourists, which in terms of quality of recreation is in no way inferior to its Thai neighbor Pattaya. In Sihanoukville, tourists will find sandy beaches and clearest waters Gulf of Thailand. Party goers spend time on Victoria Beach, romantics choose the secluded Otres beach, and dating lovers beach games, cafes and restaurants go to Serendepity or Ochheuteal.
8. Hainan
Charters have long been flying to the famous Chinese resort not only from Moscow, but also from some Siberian and Far Eastern cities. This is the main medical resort in China, which has not only thermal spas, but also professional medical clinics. It's hard to believe that Hainan used to be a place of exile for criminals, because now it is considered one of the most popular year-round resorts in Asia.
9. Phan Thiet
This is one of the few resorts in Vietnam where you can relax comfortably all year round. Fans of seal beach holidays, adventure seekers in the depths of the sea waves, and families with children come here. It is not yet so popular among tourists, but this resort still has everything ahead.
10. Koh Samui
This is a relatively young Thai resort island, which no tourist had set foot on until the 70s of the last century. The main value of the island is its incredible nature in its pristine appearance, paradise beaches and amazing sunsets. People come here not for get-togethers and parties, but for solitude with nature, contemplation and tranquility.
Asia is the largest part of the world. More than half of the world's population lives here.
In order to better understand the peculiarities of tourism development in this largest part of the world, the following regions should be highlighted: South-West Asia (Near and Middle East), South Asia, South East Asia, Central and East Asia.
Asia is attracting an increasing number of tourists due to the following factors:
- a huge, extremely capacious territory for receiving tourists (Asia is the largest part of the world);
- washing the coast of Asia by three oceans and dozens of their seas and bays;
- the location of this part of the world in all climatic regions, the significant diversity and richness of natural landscapes and recreational resources;
- the presence of a huge number of historical and cultural monuments, as well as natural attractions;
- the location of the world's most important shrines and centers of pilgrimage in Asia;
- the ethnic diversity of the continent;
- the presence in Asia of countries with the highest population in the world: China, India;
- rapid pace economic development a number of countries: Singapore, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, China, etc.
Along with these favorable conditions, there are also a number of negative factors that hinder the development of tourism in Asia. First of all, it should be noted:
- unfavorable natural conditions for tourism in vast territories of a number of countries (deserts, highlands with complex terrain, jungles, etc.);
- poor development transport infrastructure a number of countries;
- the dominance of ideological interests over economic ones in a number of countries, as a consequence of this, the economic backwardness of these countries, their unpreparedness to receive tourists, lack of service (DPRK, Mongolia, Cambodia, Vietnam, Iran, Iraq);
lack of internal political and economic stability in a number of Asian countries(Afghanistan, Lebanon, Iran, Iraq).
The main purpose of visiting Asia by tourists from other parts of the world is to get acquainted with the culture, historical and natural attractions. Business travel and congress tourism are most typical for Japan, South Korea, Singapore, China. Israel is visited for the purpose of treatment and worship of religious values.
External tourism relations in Asia are carried out mainly
aviation. Most flights are operated by international aircraft
airlines, a smaller part - by companies owned
countries of Asia.
Due to the wide range of climatic conditions, there is no specific season for arrivals in Asia, but it can be traced to individual regions.
The main tourist market for Asia is the countries of Europe (of which the former metropolitan countries of Great Britain and France, as well as Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and the Scandinavian countries stand out), the USA and Canada. From Africa, the largest tourist flows are from the Maghreb countries to Mecca and Medina, and from East Africa- to India, Pakistan and Iran. There are relatively large flows of tourists from Australia and New Zealand, especially to Southeast and South Asia. Among the Asian countries, Japan stands out in intra-Asian flows.
Flows from Asia to other parts of the world are relatively small; the Asian tourist market is still completely inadequate to match the huge size of its population. Today, the Japanese and residents of a number of countries in South-West Asia are the most likely to travel outside this part of the world.
Southwest Asia
This region covers a vast and extremely diverse territory geographically, historically and socio-economically. This includes 16 states: Afghanistan, Bahrain, Israel, Jordan, Iraq, Iran, Yemen, Qatar, Cyprus, Kuwait, Lebanon, United United Arab Emirates, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Türkiye. It should be noted that the conventional concept of “Near and Middle East” is somewhat broader than “Southwest Asia”, since it covers the territory of the states of South-West Asia, as well as Egypt and Sudan. Profitable geographical location some states and regions are combined with the remoteness and isolation of others; favorable climatic and landscape conditions for tourism and resort business, as well as the diversity of recreational resources in some countries - with desert and arid ones (in most of the Arabian Peninsula) in others. There are also serious political differences: in a number of states in the region, monarchies (including absolute ones) with strong vestiges of feudal and tribal relations have been preserved, but the republican form of government still prevails.
In general, South-West Asia can be considered one of the most promising regions in the development of tourism. Wide access to many seas and bays of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, as well as to the Caspian Sea, geographical location at the junction of three parts of the world, various relief and climatic conditions, a large number of sunny days, unique natural attractions, numerous historical, cultural and religious monuments, the presence of a developed tourist infrastructure in a number of countries (Cyprus, Turkey, Israel) - all these and many other factors contribute to the widespread attraction of guests from other parts of the world, as well as development of tourist exchange within the region.
