Top 5 in Asia

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Top 5 in Asia

1. China

China is a vast country, it's like another world that consist many tourist destinations. Vacation to China need organized plan, because the huge of the country and different region has distinct culture and scenic spots. Even if you could only afford 7 to 10 days, an itinerary that takes in Beijing, Xian, a Yangtze River Cruise and Shanghai will be a great introduction.

Traveler may also consider to visit Guilin, for an unforgettable experience. Guilin's landscape is gorgeous and totally unique. It can’t necessarily be called Mountainous as such, but the peaks rise almost vertically up into the mist.

If you get a chance take a ski lift up to one of the peaks and just stare in awe at the view, and if you are feeling adventurous, take a kart down a toboggan style run (about 3,000 feet in length)

2. Egypt

The Pyramids, King Tut, The Valley of the Kings are great options. The list is endless. But it’s just not the history and the culture, it’s the people too. Egyptians are some of the kindest and most generous people. They will welcome you into their homes in a second and even if they have almost nothing, they will eagerly share it with you.

An afternoon on the Nile with an Egyptian felucca captain sailing your boat as the sun sets over the Nile in Luxor is a once in a lifetime experience not to be missed.

3. Jordan

Handily located, if you plan it right you can visit Egypt and Jordan together to make a real trip to remember. Amman is a great city full of atmosphere, Petra is marvelous, but surely can’t miss site is the Dead Sea. The only ocean in the world with so much salt in it, you actually float !

This alone makes Jordan a must see country and on top of what I have already mentioned, don’t forget the Wadi Rum, Aqaba, Jerash and the Kings Highway. A week in Jordan is good, but 10 days is better.

4. Thailand

Thailand suffers a little from it’s reputation of being a very hedonistic destination and while it is true that the is a very wild side to Thailand (especially certain areas of Bangkok, Phuket etc) there is also an amazing culture to immerse yourself in.

There really is everything there, adventure, culture and even for the not faint hearted, a place about 1 hour north of Thailand where you can go in, yes go in, with real live tigers. No cages, no chains, just you and around a dozen tigers. For me it was a thrill of a lifetime and without doubt it is just one of the many reasons that Thailand is in my top 5 of places you need to visit in the world

5. Hong Kong

Although there is much more to Hong Kong than just shopping, if you do love to shop, then Hong Kong is the place for you. A stroll along Nathan Road and a visit to the Temple Street market just HAS to be done. And make sure you have your bargaining hat on as haggling is as big a part of the experience as the purchases themselves.

The great thing is that despite it being a modern city, there is tradition around every corner. Having vacation to Hong Kong with family? then Disneyland is a good choice for both adult and younger member families. Don’t forget to take a trip to Victoria Peak and enjoy the stunning views and remember that even if it’s misty, there are 2 guys at the top who will take your picture and transpose it onto a picture of what you should see if the weather where not so poor ! I also suggest a couple of half day visits out to Lama and Lantau Islands too. A great way to escape the hustle and bustle of the craziness that is Hong Kong.