Asia Traveler Advice

If you started your trip to Saigon, you can continue your journey to the off-the beaten Ben Tre in the Mekong Delta to visit the Turtle Island. Since the island is still pristine it’s very convenient...
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Taiwanese locals are quite sensitive with topics related to death, so morbid and inauspicious issues are taboo.  Another thing is to never write names in red, as this is a connotation of death. ...
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If you’re travelling on a budget and you’re a fan of unique clothing and fabrics head to the An Dong market which can be reach via Cholon. Compare to Ben Thanh, the prices of goods here, specifically...
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Metered taxis are available in Vietnam, but the most reputable is MaiLinh Taxi, watch out for their green signage.  Vinasun Taxi is a cheaper alternative, especially when you're traveling in and...
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If you’re a backpacker and your planning your itineraries in Vietnam, its best to start your journey from Hanoi to Cu Chi with lots of stops to explore like the romantic city of Dalat and the 75...
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Never fall asleep while on board overnight buses, as there have been some reports of passengers and even bus employees looking into the bags of unsuspecting commuters and stealing away their valuable...
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As Vietnam's punchbowl back in the French colonial times, Dalat has retained much of its wine culture and vineyards.  Here, you can buy really good red or white wine for around US$ 2-3.  Cheers!...
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Other than the sights and good food don’t miss the Dragon Boat Races which is held annually at the Bassac River next the fish park of Chau Doc Basa. This is one of the rare Chinese game in the country...
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Vietnamese street food are generally safe to eat, but not necessarily hygienic.  A great tip to remember is to observe the food stall's environment first: if it's around a relatively clean place...
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Remember that in most Asian countries, "saving face" and maintaining composure is a must for everyone.  When bargaining, do so in a pleasant manner.  Keep a smile on your face...
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Ao dais are the national garb for Vietnamese women and it is a very popular souvenir to bring home.  Ready-made ao dai may cost for around US$ 10-20, while the custom-made ones may fare higher.
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If you're a shopaholic who's low on cash, you may want to visit the Isezaki Mall Shopping Street.  Accessible via the Kannai station, it's a long strip of family-operated shops and the Matsuzakaya...
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Whether you have a kid with you or you're a kid at heart, you may want to visit Yokohama's Pokemon Center.  Located on the fourth floor of the Landmark Plaza in Minato Mirai, it's a one-stop shop...
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Riding a cab is a very comfortable means of transport in Jaipur, but hailing one will prove to be quite difficult, especially if you're not in a major thoroughfare.  What you can do is to call for...
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