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So, let's start with THAILAND...
Summer resorts: Samui, Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, Hua Hin and Cha Am

“Thailand? In the summer? But it rains there,” these or similar words are most often heard from clients in response to an offer to spend a summer vacation in Thailand.

And what is most surprising is that both sides are right. And if on the coast of the Andaman Sea the summer season is rainy and sunny days are increasingly replaced by cloudy and windy ones, then on the islands of the Gulf of Thailand and the royal resorts of Hua Hin and Cha Am the best weather of the entire year is established. The king rests in his country residences on the Gulf of Thailand in the summer.

Did you know that the most favorable weather conditions for a holiday on the islands of Koh Samui, Koh Tao, Koh Phangan are from June to September: soft sun, calm sea, clear sky, lack of rain - all this attracts thousands of tourists to this region in the summer months. Full-moon parties, thanks to which the island of Koh Phangan became known throughout the world and became a worthy rival to Spanish Ibiza, are best visited in the summer.

INDONESIA. (Bali island)
During the summer season, Bali is the most suitable resort for relaxation. Here, from the beginning of June, a rather pleasant time begins; coolness and freshness blows from the ocean and the temperature drops to a reasonable level. Regardless of the part of the island, during the day the thermometer does not fall below +30 °C, but the heat is not at all merciless. You can easily plan trips on a scooter throughout the island and not be afraid of getting caught in the rain. It is as warm in the evening as during the day.

Summer holidays on the island of Bali are also suitable for sophisticated travelers. Ideal weather conditions, more than ever, contribute to both passive and active pastime. Sprawling palm trees leaning toward the clear turquoise waters, velvety white sands, picturesque bays that seem to have come to life from the pages of glossy magazines - it seems like it’s all a dream.

Surf lovers can enjoy excellent waves at all spots on the southwest coast and spots on the Bukit Peninsula - Jimbaran, Balangan, Dreamland, Padang Padang, Uluwatu

MALAYSIA (Borneo)
In the summer, the mainland of the country is affected by monsoons from the Indian Ocean, bringing with them short rains and very high temperatures - up to +31...+35 in the daytime and +23...+25 at night.

However, during this period of time, Borneo is the most favorable Malaysian resort for a holiday. It is located in a hot and humid climate; the optimal temperature is from +27 to +32 degrees. The weather here is warm and humid. The rainy season here occurs in the winter months.

Amazing nature and beautiful beaches attract thousands of tourists to the island every year. Borneo's summer weather is ideal for exploring the island's many attractions, from rainforest-covered nature reserves to stunning sandy beaches. In August there are practically no waves, the sea is turquoise, there is a wonderful wind in the mornings, and the least amount of precipitation falls. If it rains, it does not interfere with your vacation at all.

VIETNAM. (Nha Trang, Da Nang)
July is the hottest month in Vietnam. In all climatic zones of the region, temperature values ​​are almost the same. But the level of humidity and amount of precipitation in the regions are different. If the weather in Central Vietnam is hot but dry, then in the south and north of the country the rainy season is at its peak. Beach lovers can safely go to Central Vietnam in the second month of summer. The best resorts for summer holidays are Nha Trang and Da Nang.

In July, the weather in Nha Trang and Da Nang is slightly different from the rest of southern Vietnam because they are closer to the central part of the country, where at this time the weather is still comfortable for a beach holiday. The total monthly precipitation averages 26 mm, which is quite a bit. Air temperature is 25-33° C (night-day), the sea is calm and clean. The water warms up to 28-29° C.

Thailand has been the most popular Asian destination for decades. Travelers from all over the world come here to enjoy the fine white sand beaches and groves of coconut palms.

Popular resorts: Phuket island, Krabi province, Pattaya, Koh Samui

Specialties: Tom Yum soup, Sam Tam papaya salad, chicken curry, fried Pat-Tai noodles

pros

• quality service
• beautiful landscapes
• a variety of entertainment
• a lot of interesting places
• friendly Thai people
• good beaches

Minuses

• high prices at popular resorts
• pestering scammers, street thieves, transvestites

Vietnam

Vietnam remains one of the cheapest Asian countries. Travelers who arrive here for the first time are initially surprised for a long time, and then simply stop paying attention to the prices.

Popular cities and resorts in Vietnam: Hanoi, Ha Long, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phan Thiet

Specialties: Pho burdock rice soup, rice noodles, snail dishes, Vietnamese spring rolls, sticky rice, pomelo fruit salad

pros

• low prices
• many ancient temples
• beautiful landscapes
• Vietnamese people have a warm attitude towards Russians

Minuses

• low level of service

Cambodia

Many people choose Cambodia for a short trip from Thailand. The country attracts with low prices, a non-tourist atmosphere and, of course, the ruins of Angkor.

Popular cities and resorts: Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, Siam Reap, Angkor

Specialties: fish curry, samrong tree drink, herbal rice, banana rice, fish soup

pros

• low prices
• exotic country, unpopular resort
• stunning Angkor

Minuses

• poorly developed service and infrastructure
• scammers, dishonest taxi drivers and traders
• poverty and desolation can scare away

Laos

Laos is one of the poorest landlocked countries in Southeast Asia. However, it attracts with its innocence, mountain landscapes and tropical forests.

Popular cities and resorts: Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Savannakhet, Pakse, Vang Vieng, Luang Namtha

Specialties: Tam Som - papaya salad, Mom-mo fermented sausage, Lam spicy soup.

pros

• very beautiful nature
• low fraud rate
• friendly people
• calm flow of life

Minuses

• landlocked
• poor service
• poverty and desolation can scare away

Malaysia

Malaysia is an amazing country, not yet very popular, divided into two parts by the South China Sea. First of all, it attracts with its long coastline and rich culture.

Popular cities and resorts: Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi, Penang, Sipadan

Specialties: Laksa - noodle soup, rice with coconut milk, veal with lemongrass.

pros

• good beaches
• many interesting places
• a pleasant combination of unpopularity and development
• interesting islamic culture

Minuses

• partial ban on alcohol and nightlife

Indonesia

Among the many islands of Indonesia, anyone can find one suitable for themselves - it is impossible to see Indonesia at one time. The most popular, of course, remains the island of Bali.

Popular resorts: Bali, Java, Lombok, Lembongan, Sumatra, Timor

Specialties: Fried noodles and rice, Gado-Gado vegetable dish, coconut curry, rice and palm wine.

pros

• a variety of entertainment
• many interesting places
• good beaches
• beautiful nature

Minuses

• expensive vacation
• difficult driving in tourist areas

Singapore

Singapore is a unique city-state. People don’t come here for the beaches, although the country has access to the sea and islands. Entertainment and shopping are the main activities here.

Popular cities and resorts: Singapore, Pulau Ubin, Pulau Tekong, Sentosa

Specialties: Chili Crab, Thin Cake, Carrot Cake, Laksa Soup, Herbal Pork Ribs.

pros

• unusual sights
• highly developed country
• a variety of entertainment and shopping
• unique mixed culture

Minuses

• expensive vacation
• dirty beaches
• strictness of laws

Philippines

One of the most popular beach destinations is the Philippines. The country is scattered on islands, developed resorts with good service, skyscrapers in large cities, mild climate and diving.

Popular cities and resorts: Manila, Boracay Islands, Cebu, Bohol, Palawan, Mindoro, Negros, Mactan, Mindanao, Panglao.

Specialties: meat dishes, dumpling soup, Edobo, pork Lechon, oxtails.

pros

• large selection of resorts
• a variety of entertainment
• good beaches

Minuses

• inflated prices in resort areas
• lack of vibrant culture
• reputation as an unsafe country

Where to go: practice

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We present to you a list of the cheapest places in Southeast Asia where you can enjoy a great resort holiday for little money. The most wallet-friendly countries in the region are Cambodia, Vietnam, India and Thailand.

The main comparison criteria, which we will consider below, will be: road, housing, meals and food costs, leisure and service, transport rental.

Cambodia is considered one of the cheapest countries in the region in terms of price level. On average, the minimum daily set of needs, including excursions, will cost a tourist 10–15 dollars. $20-$25 will get you an average level of comfort on a daily basis.

Flight

The cost of travel from Russia to Cambodia and back starts from 25 thousand rubles per person. Prices vary depending on the month, air carrier, number of transfers, travel time and points of departure and arrival. Let us remind you that choosing “difficult” routes and ordering tickets in both directions at once are good ways to save money.

Housing

The cost of one night under the roof of the hostel will be about 200 rubles, a bed in a 6-bed dorm will cost 300 rubles. You can spend a night in a double room in the cheapest hotel for 800 rubles; a similar overnight stay in a “three stars” will cost 1,100 rubles.

Renting a modest one-room studio on your own will lighten your wallet by $150 a month; a more comfortable apartment with a separate kitchen will be yours for $300.

Nutrition

Cambodia was once called the “country of one dollar” because of its cheapness. Now for this amount you can buy a loaf of bread, a bottle of mineral water or vegetable oil, a package of eggs, about 4 kg of rice or 1 kg of sugar, a can of beer or a fruit dessert. A hearty dinner in a cafe will cost 3–4 dollars. The cost of a similar meal in a restaurant would be approximately $10. Cigarettes can be purchased for $1.5–2 per pack, a bottle of whiskey costs $12, tequila costs $8–9, and wine costs $10–11.

Entertainment and service

Excursion costs: Sightseeing, a day of fishing, or a trip to a local nature reserve will cost between $20 and $60. Additional services of an English-speaking guide are priced at $20; a Russian-speaking guide will cost $40–100 per day. Tickets to a local theater or choreographic show start at $10. You can visit a massage room for 2–5 dollars, a beauty salon for 5 dollars (this amount includes both a haircut and a manicure).

Transport

You can rent a scooter or car in Cambodia for 4–6 dollars per day. Bicycles are provided free of charge at many hotels.

Vietnam

On average, the minimum costs for basic needs (overnight, food and travel) here will be 350–700 rubles per day.

Flight

The cost of a direct flight from Moscow airport starts from 23 thousand rubles, from St. Petersburg - from 25 thousand rubles.

Housing

A decent triple room in a hotel can be found for only 7–8 dollars per night. For this price you will get minimal amenities - air conditioning, shower and WI-FI. Luxury hotels (such as the famous five-star Vinpearl, located on a separate island) will charge you $300–400 for one night.

Nutrition

The cheapest food in Vietnam is national cuisine in local cafes. For a serving of meat noodle soup you will pay 1-2 dollars, for a plate of rice with meat, chicken, shrimp and vegetables - from 1 to 3 dollars. In general, lunch or breakfast per person will cost between $3 and $5.

European food is more expensive: a cup of coffee costs $1, toast with bacon + an omelette and a glass of juice cost from $3 to $4. As a rule, breakfast in your hotel restaurant will cost significantly more than in any decent cafe.

As for dinners with delicacies and alcohol (including in restaurants with European or Russian cuisine) - for one person you will have to pay 15, maximum 20 dollars.

Entertainment and service

A full day in the natural park will cost approximately $10 per person; a trip to the islands as part of an international group will cost from $7 to $35, depending on the language of the excursion and the agency’s markups. Advice: the services of local excursion organizers can cost 4–5 times less than similar Russian-speaking ones.

A visit to a massage parlor will cost from 5 to 40 dollars, depending on the range of services.

Transport

You can rent a scooter for 5–7 dollars per day. No bike license required. The cost of gasoline is about 1 dollar per liter. Taxi services will cost an average of 1 to 2 dollars per trip. The fare on a public bus is 3 cents.

India

According to experienced travelers, a fairly decent level of comfort here will cost you about $15–20 a day.

Flight

The price of travel in the economy segment varies from 23 to 27 thousand rubles per person in both directions.

Housing

India offers vacationers a wide variety of hotel services. A two-star hotel will cost $10 per night, a double room in a five-star hotel will cost $150–180.

The cost of self-renting housing in India depends on several factors: availability of a kitchen, proximity to the sea, age of the premises, etc. The most economical option will cost $100 per month.

A guesthouse with a separate kitchen three minutes from the beach will cost about $250. For an apartment with free WI-FI and cleaning services twice a week, you will have to pay about $400.

Nutrition

A set lunch of local cuisine for several people in a decent restaurant will cost $15–20. For a meal in a cafe for two you will have to pay no more than $10. A serving of freshly squeezed juice costs from 0.5 to 1 dollar, a glass of beer - 2 dollars, a bottle of wine - 3 dollars, a pack of cigarettes - 2-3 dollars.

Entertainment and service

A long sightseeing excursion for the whole day will cost $50 per ticket, and ocean fishing will cost $40. You can visit the zoo for 10–15 dollars; a boat excursion along the river with crocodiles will cost 40 dollars per person. To visit temples and churches you will have to pay from 5 to 40 dollars.

For a facial or back massage you will need an average of about 6-10 dollars. The cost of admission to a nightclub is from $4. Beach activities (eg jet ski) - $30 for 20 minutes.

Transport

The cost of renting a scooter is 7–8 dollars per day, a bicycle is 1 dollar per day, a taxi ride is about 6 dollars, and a tuk-tuk ride is from 1 to 2 dollars one time.

Thailand

Despite the fact that trips to Thailand are extremely popular among our compatriots, this country cannot be called as cheap as India or Cambodia. On average, tourists spend about 2–4 times more money here. Thus, the cost of food, entertainment and transport in Thailand will be from 50 to 100 dollars per day.

Lunch of exotic dishes at a local cafe will cost $8–10 per person. More expensive - if the menu includes a seafood dish. But the fruit here is very cheap.

Entertainment

The cost of excursions on average is 15–25 dollars. Two-day excursions to the islands, including meals and overnight accommodation, will cost $250–300 per person. A real Thai massage costs from $5 and up, depending on the location (in an expensive salon they may ask for $100 per session. In hotels it can be even more expensive). A parachute flight will cost $40–50, a half-hour jet ski rental will cost $15–20.

Transport

The most rational way to travel around the territory of Tai is by taxi. The average price of one trip will be $5. A daily scooter rental will cost approximately the same amount.

Since my child and I don’t travel much yet (trips to estates don’t count), I would like to bring to your attention a guest post from our virtual friends Gil and Yulia, who have already tasted all the delights and all the difficulties of traveling with a child in Asia.

Even before we got married and before we had our son, we always traveled on our own. I don’t remember that we ever ordered a tour from a travel agency, but we managed to travel through most of Europe, and we had experience of traveling abroad, so to speak. After our last trip there, we realized that we were no longer interested in it - everything was the same everywhere: hotels, monuments, squares, cafes and restaurants, but we wanted to taste some exotic things.

If the vast majority of people quietly spend their lives in the format of work-home-vacation-work-home, then we wanted some kind of dynamics - to find some new expensive or, if you like, unprecedented paths, or, as they say, to give a chance to a different life . After all, a long journey will definitely affect you and your view of the world, and even if you have to return to the same place, you will still return as a different person, with different views on life.
Already now we feel these changes, over time the meaning of the pursuit of material values ​​is lost, you understand that in the end it is rubbish, and real moments of happiness in life are rarely associated with what you have accumulated in the chest under the bed.

Let's say right away that the trip was planned for a long time, but first we needed a soft landing - a place where we could fly in, look around, acclimatize and get a little used to Southeast Asia. And thus, it was decided to first fly to Thailand for 3 months, and then try to visit its neighboring countries. At the start of our journey, our son was one year and 8 months old.

Like all other people planning on such a trip, preparations took place via the Internet - forums were read, articles were subscribed to from blogs, and all kinds of information were collected. As it turned out in the future, most of it was completely unnecessary. In fact, there was one big mess in my head, and there was a feeling that I would never figure it out. But gradually the information was put aside and somehow acquired a certain meaning, and by the time we departed on November 8, 2011, we were more or less ready to set off.

At that time, our environment was terrified - where did this take us? They bombarded us with questions about what would happen next and frightened us with scary stories about how Thailand is a third world country, there is complete unsanitary conditions everywhere, there are no decent doctors, prostitution, drugs, etc. It got to the point that we were told about child trafficking flourishing in these parts and our boy could simply be stolen. Well, we, as stubborn young parents, decided not to listen to anyone and go ahead to our dream and see everything with our own eyes.

Thus, leaving behind everyday work and our usual life, having bought backpacks, we flew to Thailand and began to get comfortable. I won’t say that at first there was no culture shock, there was some, but for a very short time. In the end, it turned out that we couldn’t have asked for a better place to acclimatize and start our journey.

Gradually we began to get used to local orders, customs, lifestyle and mentality, local cuisine. Since then, we have already visited Cambodia, Laos and Manyam (Burma), but we always returned to Thailand as if it were home. I won’t lie if I say that we really fell in love with this country.

Only 7 months have passed since we left our home, but during this time we have seen and experienced so many wonderful moments than we had in our entire lives before. And our journey is still ongoing, very soon we are flying to Vietnam and China.

The most important thing was to understand that children do not interfere with travel, and if you really want to travel, then children are not a hindrance. I won’t say that it’s easy, there are definitely difficulties - a small child needs daytime sleep and routine, so forget about night parties or some of your joys in life... or look for a decent nanny among the local population.

Sightseeing trips may be significantly reduced due to your baby's mood, heat, etc. But, despite all the difficulties, it is still worth it, believe me. When else would we have the opportunity to spend so much time together? Our son has learned all the animals visually, not from pictures, and is not afraid of anything. He bathes in the sea of ​​attention that the residents gave him and give him in any of the Asian countries and in general, in my opinion, he is better here than us adults. He is with his parents, and not in some kindergarten where he would be sick every month or with nannies.

We are sometimes asked how constant moving affects a child? So I’ll tell you that when we travel a child has a lot of new experiences and emotions, and he is calm, but when we stay in one place, after a few days he begins to get bored and capricious, so it looks like we are growing up a traveler.

When going to Asia with a child for a long period, you need to resolve some issues concerning your family - get vaccinated against local diseases, arm yourself with a first aid kit and take out insurance in case of troubles. If the first things were relatively simple, then packing a first aid kit turned out to be problematic; you wanted to have everything with you for any occasion, but in reality it turned out that almost all the drugs and medicines are sold in pharmacies, and the rest will be prescribed to you by the doctor.

When arriving in any tropical country, always take advantage of the sun, this will save you from unnecessary troubles.

The most painful topic when traveling with a child is, of course, luggage. If alone you can be completely satisfied with a 55-liter backpack and a handbag for your passport and money, then a family means 50+ kilograms in backpacks + 15 kilograms of hand luggage. And in detail: we have 2 backpacks, one 55 liters, the second 75 liters, In addition to this, there is also a rather large bag on wheels, in which all the children's things go - a saucepan, electric. single-burner stove, cereals, diapers, etc. With so much luggage, walking is limited to meters, but this is not scary, because there are always taxis or tuk-tuks everywhere; we have never had problems with transport in Asia.

In principle, you need a stroller, at least for the first time. When choosing a stroller, the biggest role is played by its size and weight, because it will very often be carried by hand rather than driven. Sidewalks in Asia are just a name - they either don’t exist at all, or they are poorly adapted for walking with a stroller, the curbs are very high or too broken. A sling can be a good alternative; we didn’t have one, but very often we thought about its necessity. We ourselves used the stroller for the first 4 months, after our baby got stronger and began to walk well on his own in the streets, we threw it away.

This is what all our luggage looks like today, our whole life in three bags (one was torn a little on the plane, we had to hastily seal it with a band-aid), I don’t understand what we have in a container at home in the warehouse, because here we have everything we need for life.

There are also some features of finding a house and hotel when traveling with a child. When you leave alone or as a couple, you don’t think too much about where to live, you kind of think about it too, but the priorities are completely different. With a child, there are minimum criteria for renting a house and hotel room:

At the first stage, we looked for hotels in which it is possible to prepare porridge or some kind of soup for a child, in other words, these are hotel rooms with kitchenette or so-called Serviced apartments. They are available in Bangkok, Krabi and on the larger islands, but the problem is that their quantity is relatively small and their prices are much higher. Later in Cambodia the thought came to mind, why don’t we buy an electric burner. What a pity that this idea did not come earlier; it would have immediately expanded our range of hotels and guesthouses, and would have also saved a lot of money.

The second criterion is air conditioning and the absence of any cracks in the walls of your home. Since Yulia and I are a doctor, she cannot even bear the thought of sleeping with the windows open, through which mosquitoes that carry diseases or some other poisonous-biting evil spirits can fly in. We might be able to withstand such a disease, but to expose a child to such danger? So we always stayed in places with air conditioning and without any cracks.

Safety of the house itself and the surrounding area. The houses we rented always either had no steps or balconies, or had safety railings through which a child could not climb out and fall; the same applies to hotel rooms - balconies should always be safe.

At the first stage, we booked hotels via the Internet, but Internet sites charge a certain commission for their services, and, most likely, if you call the hotel directly, it will be cheaper or at least the same price as on the Internet. But if you pay attention, when you book, for example, on the Agoda website, the price is one, and when you are going to pay, they charge you additional taxes, which makes the price 12 percent higher. So find a hotel on the Internet and call them directly. In Cambodia and Laos, for example, the difference between the Internet and direct arrival at the hotel and ordering on the spot was often half the price, not to mention the fact that half of the guesthouses do not exist on the Internet at all.

Cots are available in most hotels in Thailand, but they are rare in neighboring countries, so your child will sleep with you or on the attached sofa.

This is our first house in Ao Nang, it was a bit expensive by local standards, but we were still green and inexperienced at that time, we couldn’t properly figure out the search for a house and, as they say, time was running out and something had to be decided.

Food: The most difficult thing, perhaps, is to figure out how and what to feed a child in Asia; local food most likely will not be to his liking, and then some problems will arise.

You can, of course, ask the hotel staff to prepare something else in the kitchen, such as an omelet or pancakes, or go to a stall on the street where they sell food and ask them to cook chicken soup or something similar. But the best solution is to have a small electric stove with you.

Although baby formula and diapers are available in all the countries we visited, it was difficult to find similar stores in some of them. Fresh milk is available everywhere in Thailand, but in other countries only in large stores in big cities. Therefore, we often had to buy pasteurized milk. While oatmeal can be found in Thailand without any problems, buckwheat and semolina are not everywhere, so take your favorite porridge with you.

Moving and travel: Don't push yourself with moving. When we move, we try to stay in one place for about a week or at least 4 nights. This gives you the opportunity to get to know the place better and take a break from moving and everything that comes with it. After each “difficult” country (with long journeys, bad roads, etc.) we stay in Thailand for a month, that is, for the entire duration of the visa. This gives you the opportunity to have a good rest and gain strength for the next country.

Avoid long journeys by bus, as they are relatively cramped, and the child may become bored and capricious, not to mention the fact that long journeys are simply tiring.

As an alternative, use trains, they have room to turn around and are terribly comfortable. But there is a small nuance, make sure that they don’t sell you both a ticket to the top bunks, there is not enough space there and it’s simply scary to sleep at a height of 2 meters from the floor with a small child.

In many countries, the best way to get around the country is by boat or ferry. If you have to take a ferry, try to take a large, slow one, one that carries cars, rather than a fast boat. Because the high-speed ferries that run between Suratani and Phangan/Koh Samui, for example, are very motion sick and 2-3 hours on the ferry can turn into hell. Carry motion sickness tablets with you just in case and take them before you board the ferry.

We only went on a boat once, but the trip lasted 2 days. It was a rafting trip on the Mekong River from Huaixai to Luang Prabang (in Laos). In this place, this was the best option for traveling around the country; the alternative was a 14-hour bus ride along mountain serpentines. The rafting was absolutely calm, without incident, on the boat there is room for the child to run, and it floats down the river slowly and does not rock at all, and on the sides there is beauty... local landscapes, mountains and a lot of interesting things.

Motorbike: Here each parent must decide for himself whether he will use a motorbike or not, because no matter how you look at it, it is still dangerous. On the other hand, if you don't rent one, it greatly limits your options for choosing a home, getting around, and visiting attractions in the area. We used the motorbike in Koh Phangan, Koh Samui and Kep in Cambodia. If you decide to get on a motorbike with a child, then be sure to buy a helmet for him, such that it covers the back of his head and never ride at a speed of more than 40 km/h.

In our blog we describe the places we visited, share our experiences and, of course, lots of photographs. We still have few household posts, for the simple reason that due to the large number of movements, we simply do not have time to describe everything. But as soon as we settle somewhere for a longer period, we will definitely describe everything, but for now we can be happy to answer all your questions.

Some photos from the places we visited:

Residents of most regions of Russia really lack sun and warmth in winter. If you want to change your down jacket for a swimsuit, and hot tea with lemon for an iced cocktail, then drop everything, take a vacation and go to hot Asia. Here are the main resorts in Asia for a beach holiday in winter!

The best resorts in Asia for a beach holiday

1. Sri Lanka

This is an exotic island, known throughout the world for its tea plantations. Although this is not the main feature of Sri Lanka: tourists appreciate this island for its sandy beaches, beautiful waterfalls, palm trees and stunning underwater world. But spending your entire holiday in Sri Lanka on the beach is a crime, because this island is created for adventure and travel. In Sri Lanka, people go windsurfing, diving, rafting, climb mountains and enjoy the beauty of nature.

2. Bali

This is an unrealistically beautiful, fairy-tale island, strewn with tropical forests and attracting travelers with its rocky shores, volcanoes, paradise beaches and waves. People go to Bali to meditate, relax, explore natural beauty, sunbathe and surf. Holidays in Bali will appeal to families with children, newlyweds, and large friendly groups.

3. Goa

Perhaps this is not the most picturesque corner of nature in Asia, the water here is not as turquoise, and you won’t find white sandy beaches here. But there is something else in these places - the color and spirit of freedom. Tourists who have fallen in love with this Indian region return here again and again for the beach parties until the morning, for the acquaintances and smiles of the locals. And lovers of history and architecture will appreciate the most beautiful churches, squares and original houses of the former Portuguese colony.

4. Phuket

This island has beaches and entertainment for every taste, from secluded evenings on Nai Harn Beach to wild parties in Patong. You can gorge yourself on seafood, swim in picturesque lagoons, ride elephants, admire the beauty of majestic temples and party in Thai entertainment venues.

5. Langkawi

This is the main resort island of Malaysia, very popular among tourists. This is just a godsend for tourists who love Asian resorts and want to try something new instead of the usual Goa and Phuket. Langkawi is covered with hills and dense jungle, and the agile monkeys are cute and friendly only at first glance, in fact they are constantly hunting for the property of relaxed tourists. Gardens and parks in Langkawi abound in a riot of colors and flowers, market sellers entice with the smell of fish and spices, and fruit rows invite you to treat yourself to yellow watermelons, rambutan and papaya.

6. Maldives

It’s not for nothing that they call it paradise on Earth; a more secluded, picturesque and quiet place cannot be found in the whole world. For those who are tired of traffic jams, noise and the hustle and bustle of work, the Maldives offers luxurious bungalows with access to the blue waters of the ocean. Boat trips, fabulous beaches, tropical forests and meals on the shores of the Indian Ocean will not leave any tourist indifferent.

7. Sihanoukville

This is a Cambodian resort undeservedly deprived of the attention of tourists, which in terms of quality of recreation is in no way inferior to its Thai neighbor Pattaya. In Sihanoukville, tourists will find sandy beaches and clear waters of the Gulf of Thailand. Party-goers spend time on Victoria Beach, romantics choose the secluded Otres Beach, and lovers of dating, beach games, cafes and restaurants go to Serendepity or Ochheuteal.

8. Hainan

Charters have long been flying to the famous Chinese resort not only from Moscow, but also from some Siberian and Far Eastern cities. This is the main medical resort in China, which has not only thermal spas, but also professional medical clinics. It's hard to believe that Hainan was once a place of exile for criminals, because now it is considered one of the most popular year-round resorts in Asia.

9. Phan Thiet

This is one of the few resorts in Vietnam where you can relax comfortably all year round. Fans of seal beach holidays, adventure seekers in the depths of the sea waves, and families with children come here. It is not yet so popular among tourists, but this resort still has everything ahead.

10. Koh Samui

This is a relatively young Thai resort island, which no tourist had set foot on until the 70s of the last century. The main value of the island is its incredible nature in its original form, heavenly beaches and amazing sunsets. People come here not for get-togethers and parties, but for solitude with nature, contemplation and tranquility.