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6 Unforgettable Cruises in Asia for 2022
The hot way to explore Asia this year is with a cruise! For this year, we’ve got our roundup of the best Asia river cruises for 2022 – and what makes each of them special. Travellers to Asia are usually faced with a...
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Travel for Tet: Vietnam’s Lunar New Year
In many parts of the world, the New Year is all about clinking champagne glasses, lavish parties and making (and ultimately breaking) New Year’s resolutions. But in Vietnam, the New Year — called Tet holiday locally...
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How Overland Journeys in Asia Changed My Perspective on Travel
How can changing the way you travel, change the way you see the world? Our travel expert shares her story about how overland journeys in Asia changed her perspective on travel....
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6 Unforgettable Cruises in Asia for 2022
The hot way to explore Asia this year is with a cruise! For this year, we’ve got our roundup of the best Asia river cruises for 2022 – and what makes each of them special. Travellers to Asia are usually faced with a...
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Travel Packing List Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia can be a tricky place to pack for with different climates, cultures and activities across the region. We’ve put together a list of packing essentials that should be in every suitcase en-route to Asia....
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15 Reasons Why You Haven’t Been to Thailand Until You’ve Been to Isaan
Think you’ve seen all that there is to see in Thailand? Think again! Our resident Thailand expert uncovers the top 15 reasons why you simply haven’t visited Thailand until you’ve explored Isaan, it’s...
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Beyond the Highlights in… Bangkok, Thailand
In the dynamic, vibrant Asian region, the highlights are just the beginning. Beyond the UNESCO Heritage sites, the ancient monuments and historical landmarks, Asia’s top destinations are cultural hubs worthy of going...
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Tips from a Tour Guide: How to Bargain Like a Pro In Thailand
The Absolute Asia Tours’ team is full of seasoned travellers, destination experts and professed food fanatics – but no one knows travel and tours in Asia quite like our tour guides. That’s why, when it comes to...
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Beating the Heat in Bangkok
Thailand is certainly feeling the heat this year, with last month seeing the longest heatwave in the country for 65 years. With Thailand weather heating up, we share the best ways to beat the heat in the capital,...
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Introducing Local Life: Going In-Depth in China
This August, Absolute Asia Tours is proud to launch our brand new, in-depth line: Local Life. As part of our exciting new initiative to respect, support and celebrate the cultures and people that make each of our...
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Southeast Asia by Plane, Train and Sea
If you have ever read Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne, then you might have imagined yourself as a modern-day Phileas Fogg, travelling to exotic locales using ingenious modes of transportation. Today,...
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Top 5 Best Fusion Foods in Asia
Asia is known for having some of the best food in the world. Whether you prefer spicy Malaysian curry, healthy Thai salads, or flavourful Vietnamese noodles, this region has something for everyone. Trade and migration...
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Hoa Lo Prison – The Hanoi Hilton
Tucked away on a rather non-descript road in Hanoi’s French Quarter, is Hoa Lo Prison – the infamous Hanoi Hilton. It is a reminder of Vietnam’s bloody past and offers a glimpse into two key periods of the...
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15 surprisingly useful tips for your trip to Hanoi!
Hanoi is the place to be if you are looking for a mixture of ancient and modern. From crumbling pagodas and temples, to the action packed modern city – Hanoi has it all. Absolute Asia Tours gathers 15 of the most...
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Where to travel in Thailand
As one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, Thailand has something for everyone with its rich culture and exotic adventures. Whether you are there to relax on one of the stunning beaches in the south,...
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7 Best Bird’s Eye Views of Southeast Asia
Unearthing the incredible views of Southeast Asia can be rather challenging, so we at Absolute Asia Tours compiled our 7 best bird’s eye views. Make the most of a trip to the region by soaring, climbing or taking in...
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Wildlife of Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia is home not only to some of the world’s most fascinating cultures and people, but also to some of the most intriguing, fearsome and downright bizarre nature and wildlife on the globe. Yet, like many of...
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Best of the Best: Southeast Asia’s World Wonders
As one of the most fascinating regions on the planet, it’s no surprise the vast array of world wonders southeast Asia has. Here’s some of southeast Asia’s world record holders and wonders! There are plenty of...
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5 Tips for Making the Most of the Angkor Temples
If Angkor Wat isn’t on your travel bucket list yet, it’s time to change that. Aside from being the world’s largest religious monument, this glorious historic city was once the seat of power for the Khmer empire...
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Top 10 Attractions in Cambodia
From the majesty of Angkor Wat to the diverse wildlife of Tonlé Sap, there’s a whole lot of reasons to explore Cambodia. This is your guide to the top 10 attractions that are a must in Cambodia! Flooded rice paddies,...
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A Visit To The Cambodia Village of Chansor
Absolute Asia Behind-the-Scenes: The Making of a Village Experience On a company trip to Asia, London-based Deborah Yule of Absolute Asia Tours sheds light on the story behind the Chansor Village Cambodia Homestay...
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Introducing Master Class: Behind the Scenes With an Angkor Conservationist
Inspired by the masters of Asia and with a goal to give travellers truly unique memories, the Absolute Asia Tours team is excited to introduce a brand new line of exclusive travel experiences. We sat down with Long...
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Tips From a Tour Guide: Making the Most of Cambodian Spring
The Absolute Asia Tours’ team is full of seasoned travellers, destination experts and professed food fanatics – but no one knows travel and tours in Southeast Asia quite like our tour guides. Absolute Asia Tours...
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Top 10 Temples In Cambodia
Many travellers arrive in Siem Reap knowing that they must see Angkor.. But from among the hundreds of scattered temples in the greater area, it can be overwhelming! Luckily, we at Absolute Asia Tours have you covered....
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Cuisine with a Dash of Culture – 5 Asian Dishes With a Surprising Origin Story
Think chowing down on local eats and exploring history are mutually exclusive? Think again! We dug into five Asian dishes and drinks with a backstory as fascinating as its origin country. Nearly every dish in every...
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3 Special Ways to Experience a Culture Through Its Food
Strolling along the streets of Hanoi, Beijing or Bangkok at lunch time, with restaurants spilling out onto the pavements, packed with locals slurping and talking their way through steaming bowls of unpronounceable...
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Q&A: Preserving Cultural Heritage with Ock Pop Tok
When you buy a souvenir on your travels, it usually holds a story or memory of the time and place in which you purchased it. To immortalise our travel memories is often the reason we buy local handicrafts. But the...
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When is the best time to visit Thailand?
Thailand at a Glance Population: 67.2 Million Capital City: Bangkok People: Largely indigenous Thai, but with significant minorities of ethnic Chinese and Thai-Chinese near the border, and Karen and Hmong tribes in the...
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Expert Travel Guide for Northern Vietnam
Did you know that Vietnam is an incredible 1,650km long? This epic distance means that most travelers with a 2-week holiday must choose carefully where they want to visit and how they want to get around. While it is...
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Do’s and Don’ts at Temples in Southeast Asia
When visiting sacred sites, pagodas, monasteries and temples in Southeast Asia, it is sometimes easy for travellers to forget that these are not just tourist attractions, but also sites of spiritual, cultural and...
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When is the best time to visit Japan?
Weather The Japanese are proud of their four seasons (and an astonishing number of them are firmly convinced that the phenomenon is unique to Japan), but travellers with a flexible schedule should aim for spring or...
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When is the best time to visit China?
China at a Glance Population: 1.4 billion Capital City: Beijing (approximately 22 million) Language: Mandarin Currency: Chinese Yuan Renminbi (CNY) Time Zone: UTC+8 International Dialing Code: +86 People, Cities &...
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Festivals and Events in Asia
Your Complete Guide to Festivals and Events in Asia The Asian continent offers an eclectic mix of fascinating culture and ancient tradition that culminates, throughout the year and across the region, in colourful,...
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What NOT to Eat in Asia!
Travelling is all about new experiences, meeting new people and trying new food. However, there are some foods that you should stay away from, not because they look strange, taste bad, or make you sick, but because they...
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5 Amazing Animal Sanctuaries in Asia
Visiting animal sanctuaries in Asia can be a great way to learn about local wildlife, as well as to support rescue and rehabilitation efforts. Although most sanctuaries offer only limited access to animals, it is...
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INFOGRAPHIC A Guide to Travel: Thailand
Dreaming of Thailand? You aren’t alone! For the top tips for first-time travellers to Thailand, we’ve rounded up all there is to know in one easy guide. While every country in Southeast Asia has attributes making...
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Tips from a Tour Guide: Tipping in Asia
Tipping in a foreign country can be difficult, with some countries finding the custom offensive and others considering it essential. We share tipping guidelines from tour guides themselves in some of the most popular...
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10 Dishes Worth Travelling to Thailand For in 2021
What Thai dishes taste so good they’re worth a plane ticket? Our very own Thai food addict and expert digs into what to eat in Thailand for your trip in 2021 ——- Thailand isn’t just the land of smiles;...
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Same Same But Different: 5 Differences Between Thailand’s Loy Krathong and Yi Peng Festivals
So, what’s the difference between Loy Krathong and Yi Peng, two of Thailand’s most magical festivals? Our expert explores the similarities and differences between these two spectacular holidays....
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Dim Sum 101: The Basics for Digging Into a Hong Kong Classic
Thanks to the flurry of internet food and travel blogs, TV shows and international food magazines, there aren’t many people out there that would say they’ve never heard of dim sum. This Cantonese culinary classic is...
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Asian Food Adventures: Bangkok Eats, Chinatown Streets
Since early 2015, Noey and Peter of Instagram’s Vietnomnom have explored the very best of Vietnam’s food, and wandered to neighboring countries for tasty fare further afield. In a series documenting the very best...
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A Guide to Souvenirs: Thailand
Let’s face it – none of us are great at saving room in our luggage for souvenirs. Make the most of your extra space with the souvenirs worth shelling out some money – and some extra baggage fees – to bring home....
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Bangkok and Beyond: Hidden Attractions in Bangkok
A major hub of southeast Asia, Bangkok is a mega city known for its bustle, temples and epic shopping. But, few travellers venture beyond the guidebook to the lesser known corners of the city. Here at Absolute Asia...
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Our Expert Travel Tips for Your First Trip to Thailand
Heading to Thailand? Our local Thailand expert knows a thing or two about making the most of your first trip. This grand line-up of Thailand travel tips gives you everything you need to know before you arrive!...
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Songkran Water Festival in Thailand
Songkran Festival is one of the biggest and most important festivals of the year in the Land of Smiles. It takes place from 13th April to 15th April every year. If you’re planning to travel this month, Thailand is an...
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Festivals in Southeast Asia: Thailand’s Loy Krathong and Yi Peng Festival
In a country that is no stranger to stunning displays of cultural extravagance, the Loy Krathong and Yi Peng Festivals, which take place on the evening of the full moon on the 12th month in the Thai Lunar calendar, is...
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5 Incredible Things to See During H’mong New Year
If ever there was a reason to pack your bags and head to Southeast Asia, the region’s calendar of cultural and religious festivals is certainly on the top of that list. It’s no secret that a well-planned departure...
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5 Unique Things to Do in Phuket Beyond the Resorts
Phuket is Thailand’s biggest and busiest island and has long been considered the quintessential ‘beach vacation’ in the country. As tourism in Phuket has grown and the beaches are taken over by big name resorts,...
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‘Tis the Season for Southeast Asia: The Best Winter Holiday Destinations
Southeast Asia on your holiday to-do list? These are the most memorable destinations to spend the winter holidays, all from our team of destination experts!...
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Q&A: (Way) Off the Tourist Track in Halong Bay
Absolute Asia Tours Q&A: (Way) Off the Tourist Track in Halong Bay Beyond the boat deck, what things to do in Halong Bay are perfect for adventurous travellers? We caught up with our rock climbing and kayaking...
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Responsible Luxury: Best Nature Lodges and Eco-Resorts in Asia
What could be more enjoyable than a relaxing holiday in a secluded lodge, surrounded by fascinating wildlife and spectacular scenery? If you can have world-class luxury accommodation, that is both eco-friendly and...
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What Makes a Great Tour Guide?
Absolute Asia Tours Q&A: What Makes a Great Tour Guide? We’ve all been there. You are wandering through a museum abroad and reading the badly translated English signs, understanding very little about what you are...
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SAVE ME A SEAT! Thai-One-On at NYC’s Four Seasons Restaurant 10-14-18
If food is one of the best and most enjoyable ways to understand and appreciate other cultures, Thailand may take the cake for the ultimate destination. Absolute Asia Tours and our friends at yellowchair, a social...
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Absolute Air | The UnGoogleable Luxury Air Service
We’re sharing the flight experiences you didn’t even know existed (and may want to forget about next time you’re stuck in a cramped seat!). Keep up with our Million-Mile certified air director, Todd Bliwise—an...
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India’s behind-the-scenes shopping experiences most visitors have no idea exist
// August 19, 2019 Read the Forbes interview with Meghan Black here. Ditch the guidebook and forget generic—we’re reveling in palace takeovers and secret pashmina haunts! From Jaipur to Cochin, Meghan Black shares...
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Why Big City Dwellers Need Bali
// May 26, 2019 Christa is on a mission: to reset, rejuvenate, bliss-out, and find holistic wellness in Bali. She goes beyond the legendary spas and fabled beaches (although, she’ll certainly squeeze in some of this...
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Why Chengdu should be your first stop in China
I’ve been to China four times in the last five years. I’ve studied Mandarin Chinese in Beijing; taught Chinese University students English in Chengdu; explored Xi’an (going back for the Terra Cotta Warriors),...
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T+L names Holly to their A-List! Her tips will change the way you travel in Southeast Asia.
T+L names Holly to their A-List! Her tips will change the way you travel in Southeast Asia. // September 30, 2015 // Posted in Asia, Holly Monahan, News, Travel Experts Holly’s creds come from a year living in...
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Honeymoon-Worthy Escapes
Honeymoon-Worthy Escapes // April 13, 2017 // Posted in Africa, Asia, Getaway, Honeymoon, News, Special Interest There’s always a good reason for a sexy escape. Always. Go to get the sparks flying with your...
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A Guide to Interesting Neighbourhoods in South East Asia
If you're looking for a unique trip to Halong bay, this might be the perfect option for you and your group. You'll start near the Red River and venture to one of the world's most famous spots -- Ha Long Bay. Next,...
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Just back from Thailand and Burma (Myanmar): Matt’s Inside Scoop
I am back in New York City after a two-week whirlwind trip through Thailand and Burma (Myanmar). With all that has been going on in the Land of Smiles and the Land of Pagodas over the past few weeks, we understand that...
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Offbeat Experiences in Off the Beaten Track Places
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