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Bình Ba Lobster Island in Khánh Hòa, Chiang Mai's Terraced Fields in Thailand, Marina Bay - The visual pathway of Singapore... are among the ideal destinations for the upcoming 6-day holiday.
Travel is considered an effective mental tonic that completely rejuvenates yourself, becoming more dynamic and full of energy than ever after the daily work and study pressures. Treat yourself to a journey to 4 Asian destinations below during the April 30 - May 1 holiday this year.
Explore Captivating Asian Destinations for the upcoming 6-day holiday!
Chiang Mai Terraced Fields - Thailand
Chiang Mai's Terraced Fields are listed in the top 10 must-visit places when setting foot in Thailand (this top 10 includes other places such as Phuket City, Pattaya, Khao Sok National Park, Klong Lan Waterfall,..). Located in Northern Thailand, it takes about 10 hours from the capital city Bangkok to visit the suburban areas of Chiang Mai by bus. Visitors here will be amazed by the vast terraced fields. Along with the terraced fields in Hà Giang, Sa Pa,... Chiang Mai's terraced fields are a dream destination in life for any travel enthusiast.
In the outskirts of Chiang Mai city, especially in the farming areas where many local ethnic people reside. They are divided into small villages, living scattered around the terraced fields for convenient care and harvest. Notably, Tong Luang village and Karen village. While Tong Luang offers tourists a cross-cultural experience immersed in the lush greenery of terraced fields or refreshing tea hills, Karen village will leave you astonished with the locals wearing extremely long necks adorned with neck rings made of gold or brass.
Bình Ba Lobster Island – Vietnam
Khanh Hoa is favored by Mother Nature with beautiful beaches. Besides the coastal city of Nha Trang, about a 2-hour train ride, travelers also have an interesting alternative - Binh Ba Island, the wind-blocking island of Cam Ranh Bay. The island is also known as Lobster Island because it is famous for various seafood, especially lobster, processed into many exotic dishes.
To take a boat to the island, travelers depart from Ba Ngòi port. Along the way, you can freely enjoy the sea view and overlook Cam Ranh Bay. The dry season from November to April (or until June) is the perfect time to travel to Binh Ba, as the sea is calm and clear, unaffected by storms, creating a peaceful atmosphere. Binh Ba Island has many beautiful beaches: Chuong Beach, Nom Beach, Bo De Beach, Nha Cu Beach, Me Beach,... If you stay overnight on the island, it's advisable to choose around 9 PM or later. Unlike the bustling sleepless Saigon, the islanders' pace of life is quite peaceful. They go to bed early to prepare for the next day's offshore trips.
Marina Bay - Visual Pathway of the Lion City Singapore
Marina Bay is dubbed the 'city of lights' or the visual pathway of the Lion City Singapore. If you choose Marina Bay as a stop for exploration, you should visit and have fun in the evening. This is the busiest time at Marina with outstanding entertainment activities and the unexpected beauty of colors from the lights emanating from skyscrapers and shopping areas.
Marina Bay is the tourism hotspot of the Lion City Singapore, bringing in enormous revenue for the country. Popular festivals and high-profile events are often chosen to be held here. Marina Bay also caters to the shopping cravings of enthusiasts with thousands of shopping centers scattered throughout the area. Notably, Marina Square, Suntec City Mall... where you can find handmade handbags or evening gowns, or unique souvenirs of the island.
Yakushima – Enchanting Shell Island of the Land of Cherry Blossoms
If you find yourself overwhelmed by dazzling city lights or bustling urban areas, then Shell Nine Island - one of the top 10 must-visit places when traveling to Japan will delight you. Shell Nine Island is a small island located offshore, south of the Land of the Rising Sun. The island is also known as Yakushima, belonging to Kagoshima district, Kyushu province. With an area of 580 km2, the island evokes images of national parks due to its extensive vegetation cover.
Shell Nine Island has many ancient oak trees, Japanese cedar trees, and deer species. Not only does the vibrant flora thrive, but the waterfalls here roll all year round, bringing a cool atmosphere to Yakushima. Venturing into the towering rock walls, visitors can also admire the breathtaking natural arrangements through the animated image of a 'heart' looking up at a clear sky.
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Reference: Travel Handbook from Mytour
MytourMarch 26, 2015
