Malaysia is a country in Southeast Asia, separated into two regions: Peninsular Malaysia and Borneo’s East Malaysia. Malaysia is a fascinating country with a vibrant multicultural population. Besides the Malays and the native groups, immigrants from China, India, Indonesia, and other parts of the world have all contributed. The country has a rich cultural heritage, from a huge variety of
Turkmenistan is a country in Central Asia. It is a hidden gem, hard to access and a little dusty, but worth every ounce of effort. Ashgabat is the capital and largest city in the country. Nearly 80% of the country is part of the Karakum Desert, replete with Silk Road secrets and half-buried ruins. Turkmenistan’s landscape is characterized by beautiful
Tajikistan is a landlocked country in Central Asia. A stunning country with a rich Persian heritage and history dating back to the times of Alexander the Great and the Silk Road. Tajikistan is a very mountainous country that offers a wide variety of inspiring natural landscapes, with one of the most scenic routes in the world, alpine meadows, and clear
Kyrgyzstan is a landlocked country in Central Asia. It is bordered by Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and China. Geographically isolated and highly mountainous, it has been at the crossroads of several great civilizations as part of the Silk Road and other commercial routes. It is impossible to imagine the history and culture of the Kyrgyz without the Tien Shan and Pamir
Indonesia is a country in Southeast Asia and Oceania between the Indian and Pacific oceans. This country is the largest archipelago in the world, which is made up of thousands of large and small islands. It has extraordinary natural wealth, with hundreds of National Parks truly worth a visit for any nature-lover. From asleep volcanoes in central Java to Bali’s
Maldives is an archipelagic state in South Asia, situated in the Indian Ocean. The country is comprised of 1192 islands that stretch along a length of 871 kilometres. The country’s unique geography captivates the visitor. Tiny jewel-like islands surrounded with the whitest of soft sand enclosed by the clearest shallow waters. Maldives has one of the most delicate environments anywhere
Kazakhstan is a transcontinental country located in Central Asia. It shares land borders with Russia in the north, China in the east, and Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan in the south while also adjoining a large part of the Caspian Sea in the southwest. Kazakhstan offers the visitor sand dunes, ancient burial grounds and fortresses, incredible scenery and a profusion of
Azerbaijan is a country located at the crossroads of Eastern Europe and Western Asia. It is a part of the Caucasus region, and is bounded by the Caspian Sea. Azerbaijan is often called the “Land of Fire,” and there several reasons, the country is abundant in oil and natural gas, it was a center of fire worshipping and fire has
Armenia is a landlocked country located in the Armenian Highlands of Western Asia. The country encompasses the best of Europe and Asia, combining the two into a mix of unforgettable experiences. Mountain valleys, extinct volcanoes and rapid rivers make for a magnificent scenery, with ancient history and rich culture. In fact, it is one of the oldest countries in the
Mongolia is a landlocked country in East Asia, bordered by Russia to the north and China to the south. Mongolia is the world’s largest landlocked country that does not border a closed sea, and much of its area is covered by grassy steppe, with mountains to the north and west and the Gobi Desert to the south. A land of
A country located at the intersection of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, the Caucasus region, and bounded to the west by the Black Sea. Georgia lies at the crossroads of trade and tradition for centuries and is one of Europe’s best-kept secrets. It is a country of breathtaking landscapes, a cuisine that is as delicious as it is undiscovered and
Bhutan is a landlocked country in the Eastern Himalayas in South Asia. It is bordered by the Tibet Autonomous Region of China to the north and India to the south. Some people find it mystical, others mysterious and magical, but everyone falls in love with this small and beautiful country in Mighty Himalayas. From beautiful landscapes to waterfalls, everything feels
India, the second most populous country and the seventh largest country by land area, is located in South Asia just south of the Himalayas. A great country with different cultures, castes, creeds and religions all living together. A land where you can find heritage, spirituality and spice to discover a new world through any of your senses.
Japan is an island country of East Asia, in the northwest Pacific Ocean. A country with a great combination of hiking possibilities, culinary discoveries, ancient culture, lively urban life and unique traditions. You can then relax from all these experiences with a long soak in an Onsen. But, most of all, you will feel welcome by the people of Japan,
Cambodia is a country located in the southern portion of the Indochina peninsula in Southeast Asia. Bordered by Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, it is a unique place with a rich cultural heritage and home of the impressive remainings of the Khmer Empire, Angkor. Cambodia is a country rich in wildlife, with impressive white sand beaches and world-class archaeological wonders, where you
Laos is the only landlocked country in Southeast Asia, located at the heart of the Indochinese Peninsula and bordered by Myanmar, China, Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand, many travellers just pass by this peaceful and unexploited country. From foggy mountain landscapes of the north, to the thousand islands of the Mekong in the south, there is a lot to discover in
This lovely country in southeast Asia country can cater for every traveller, regardless of what you are looking for. From tropical beaches to opulent royal palaces, and from ancient ruins to world class diving sites. With a largely developed tourism industry, nice and welcoming population, a rich culture and delicious food, there is something to love for everyone.
China is the world’s most populous country and is among the most ancient civilizations along with the Babylonian, Mayan and Egyptian. It is also a country that has changed a lot in the last few decades. So travelling to China offers the oppotunity to experience both modern cities and ancient elements of their civilization, as well as the many natural
A transcontinental country covering mainly the Anatolian Peninsula in Western Asia and a smaller portion on the Balkan Peninsula in South-eastern Europe. A country which poses a rich history, as reflected by its majestic mosques and luxurious palaces, as well as incredible natural wonders and lovely beaches facing the Aegean and the Mediterranean Sea. There is something in Turkey to
Landlocked in central Asia, Uzbekistan is a country were you can expect the unexpected. A land that mixes Iranian, Mongol, Turkic and, most recently, Russian influences and seems to have retained the best from each culture. Uzbekistan is famous for its numerous monuments dating back to years of the Silk Road, including magnificent palaces, mosques and madrasas, as well as
Jordan, an Arab nation on the east bank of the Jordan River in the Middle East, is well-known for Petra, the ancient ruins of the Nabatean capital. However, Jordan has much more to offer: beautiful deserts, well-preserved roman ruins, crusader castles and access to the Red Sea with its world-class diving sites. A perfect destination for most of the year