Asia

South Korea offers visitors an unparalleled blend of ancient culture and modern technology. Seoul, the nation's capital, is home to half of the country's total population. In fact, much of South...

Taiwan's capital city is a hub of business and commerce. Lively and contemporary as it is, traditional sites abound, with an ancient culture to discover, and dumplings you absolutely must savor....

The friendly Taiwanese population make visiting Taiwan a worthwhile and enjoyable experience. You will find Taiwan to have busy cities and a modern feel, although the island's ancient cultural...

Take an excursion into the central Asian country of Tajikistan. Hike the mountainous terrain, enjoy shopping in the local bazaars and discover the country's rich history. Cheap accommodations...

Walk through the beautiful capital city of Uzbekistan and enjoy everything that Tashkent has to offer. A city of commerce, business, history and culture, Tashkent has gone through many changes...

While nearly three decades of continuous warfare has affected economic growth, Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, is slowly rebuilding. A city of nearly 3 million people, Kabul is surrounded by...

With its spectacular views of the Himalayan Mountains, Kathmandu, the capital of Nepal and its largest city, has been a popular destination for Westerners since the 1960s. This ancient city, home...

One of the former Soviet Republics, Kazakhstan stretches across a large expanse of Central Asia, and is notable for having a small area west of the Urals in Europe. The ninth largest country in...

Busy, vibrant and colorful, Ho Chi Minh City is the largest city in Vietnam. Commonly referred to as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is always bustling with people in street shops and sidewalk cafes....

New Delhi, India is the third largest city in this massive country. It is the nation's capital and home to more than 11 million people. Here, you will find a mix of modern British architecture and...

A vast archipelago containing over 18,000 islands, the Pacific nation of Indonesia is home for over 200 million people, and is the fifth most populous country on earth. Known many years ago as the...

After decades of war, Vietnam has returned to its former glory as an exotic yet tranquil Southeast Asian vacation spot. In an effort to attract Westerners, the Vietnamese offer all of their...

Yangon, Myanmar (formerly known as Rangoon, Burma) is one of the most exotic destinations in all of Southeast Asia. Despite the ruling military junta, which limits information coming in and out of...

Yerevan, the capital of Armenia, will surprise visitors with its thoroughly organized layout and surprisingly modern atmosphere. With a population of over 1.2 million, this city along the Hrazdan...

Astana became the new capital of Kazakhstan in 1998 and has become central for government organizations, diplomatic addresses and hundreds of joint venture companies. Now known for Sacha Cohen's...

Nearly 20 percent of the Azerbaijan population lives in Baku, a city in Transcaucasia, believed to mean "God's City." The capital is located along the Silk Road, which has been hosting travelers...

Bali is one of those exotic locales that is so beautiful, its landscapes seem unreal. Gorgeous sunsets, idyllic beaches, lush landscape and strong visual displays make Bali one of the most...

The West African country of Mali is considered one of the poorest countries in the world, but you would never know it from the people's positive spirit and rich, festive celebrations. Bamako is...

Cameroon is a microcosm of Africa--it has modern cities, rainforest, wildlife-filled savannahs and terraced mountains. Cheap accommodations here could mean insects in your bed and a...

Considered one of the most amazing and spiritual places in the world, Angkor Wat in Cambodia is a lost city that has been rediscovered. Since peace has been restored, the area has fast become one...

In the heart of the Middle East, Ashgabat Turkmenistan lies north of Iran and Afghanistan. It is not a very big country and consists of mostly desert. It was once a part of the Persian empire and...

Palau, recently famous as the site of the American reality show "Survivor," is an island nation located between the northern Pacific Ocean and the Philippine Sea. Palau is made up of several small...

The "Rose of the North", Chiang Mai is located in Northern Thailand on the Mai Ping River in the foothills of the Himalayans. Maps show an unbelievably perfect square of blue around the center of...

One of the most popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia, the region of Thailand rivals its neighbors in beautiful landscapes, temples and hospitality, not mention Thai food! The main part...

Mongolia is known for its friendly people and nomadic lifestyle. Don't let a limited budget keep you from visiting 'The Land of Blue Sky'. The authentic Mongolian experience is actually quite...

The most cosmopolitan and exciting city in all of India, Mumbai offers a vibrant nightlife, colorful markets and an eclectic culture unique to itself. Finding cheap accommodations in Mumbai is easy.

Myanmar, formerly Burma, is a fascinating country with warm people, rich culture, stunning architecture and colorful markets. While it is becoming a more popular tourist destination every year,...

Seoul, South Korea, is one of the ten most expensive cities in the world. It is not cheap to get there and cheap accommodations are difficult (but not impossible) to find. Once in Seoul, however,...

As the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi brings tastes of China together with influences from France. One of the most alluring cities in Asia, Hanoi features a compelling landscape, lush greenery and...

Bangladesh is a delightful destination located in Southern Asia. Filled with romantic canals and lazy rivers, the variety found in both the landscape and the climate offers a rich and distinct...

Borneo, the third largest island in the world, is located in Southeast Asia and shared by Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei. As home to over 30 ethnic groups, Borneo possesses a rich, diverse culture...

North Korea does not have a particularly positive reputation in the eyes of the United States, namely due to its affiliation with nuclear weaponry and serious discord with its neighbor, South...

This island nation, in many ways, is still caught between two worlds. Certainly Japan is a modern economic powerhouse, but old traditions continue to persist in society, often making for a unique...

Kyoto is the historical center of culture in Japan. This city has a long and ancient history with the architecture and artifacts to prove it. Anyone who wants to learn about what it means to be...

Nagasaki is a port city in Japan with an international flavor, thanks to its history as the only port in Japan serving foreign nations for many years. The city's culture has been influenced by the...

Osaka could be considered the jealous little sister of Tokyo. Osaka has long been a major industrial and financial center, but it's still a distant second to the capital. Even so, there's plenty...

Tokyo, the capital of Japan and arguably the financial center of all of Asia, is simply teeming with activity 24 hours a day. Shops, offices, more shops, restaurants and still more shops dominate...