South
East Asia over the years has blossomed as one of the most popular
tourist destinations for holidaymakers of all types. Each year young
backpackers, families and young couples come flocking to South East Asia
in their thousands, many of which keep returning year after year. But
what is it that makes South East Asia so alluring and why do countries
like Thailand make the best holiday destinations?
Typically
the answer you will find is quite simple, it has it all. For couples
you can find romantic getaways tucked away on some of Thailand’s most
stunning islands, for backpackers money can go a long way enabling them
to tour every corner of this amazing region taking them to some of the
most interesting countries in the world, and for families you will find
many activities from elephant trekking to scuba diving to keep everyone
entertained. On top of this you have some of the best tasting and most
unusual cuisine served in restaurants and on most street corners for
everyone to feast their eyes on. On some menus you will find obscure
dishes including deep fried insects, snakes blood and even dog in
restaurants and street stalls throughout Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and
Cambodia.
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| Phi Phi, Thailand |
However these are probably some of the more
typical reasons why South East Asia makes one of the best holiday
destinations. Besides these reasons, one of the main reasons that keep
travellers returning year after year to South East Asia is the people.
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| a Vietnamese feast |
It might look like unorganised chaos for many first time travellers but behind the hustle and bustle of large metropolitan cities such as Bangkok lies deep rooted tradition that is etched into everyone’s heart of people living there. If you spend enough time getting to know the people and chatting with them you will learn more about their culture which will leave you with long lasting memories.
You’ll
find most people will greet you with big smile and a warm welcome.
Their hospitable and inquisitive nature will make you feel very special
leaving you relaxed and feeling at home even though you are thousands of
miles away.
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| Ha Long Bay, Vietnam |
