When imagining Asia, pictures of golden sands and turquoise waters immediately spring to mind. The continent is home to some of the world’s most famous beach destinations; from the legendary shores of Phuket in Thailand to the hidden gem of Pangkor Laut in Malaysia, it is brimming with places to unwind in style.

For bucket list wildlife experiences galore, look no further than Asia. Spot tigers on a game drive in India’s Ranthambore National Park, keep an eye out for orangutans on a cruise along Borneo’s Kinabatangan River and marvel at Asian elephants in national parks throughout Thailand and Sri Lanka.

Asia is a treasure trove of historical wonders, both ancient and modern, just waiting to be unearthed. From the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat temple in Cambodia or China’s myriad ancient treasures, all the way to the eye-opening War Remnants Museum in Vietnam, you’re never far from a fascinating site.

Mouth-watering cuisine is always on the menu on an adventure through Asia. Sample sumptuous street food throughout Thailand, devour steaming bowls of ramen in Japan, enjoy a delicately spiced curry in India or perhaps dine on seafood, fresh from the ocean in front of you on the golden shores of Sri Lanka.

Prepare to be dazzled by some truly multi-cultural metropolises across Asia. Experience the buzz of Tokyo at the iconic Shibuya Crossing, take in the French colonial architecture of Hanoi, witness the jaw-dropping Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur or immerse yourself in the melting pot of Singapore.

The continent of Asia is awash with jaw-dropping landscapes. Whether it’s the astonishing limestone karts that dot the waters of Halong Bay, the lush rainforest of Borneo, the meandering waterways of the Mekong Delta or the majesty of Mt. Fuji, prepare to be dazzled by truly epic scenery wherever you go.

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