3 Gems of Asia – Philippines, Mauritius and Malaysia

July 14, 2013 eweekendbreaks 0 travel guide,

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Discover the beauty of Asia with amazing holiday packages to this captivating continent. Walk on the amazing Great Wall of China; explore the ancient ruins at Angkor, built between the 9th and 13th centuries; visit the Buddhist temples in Bangkok; stand in awe at India’s Taj Mahal; and see Japan’s most famous temples. With Asian holiday packages, you’ll see the must-see sights and experience the must-do activities. Holiday packages in Asia offer you Asia’s hidden gems and experiences. Participate in a traditional Japanese tea ceremony; experience a rickshaw ride through Beijing’s hutongs, the city’s ancient alleys; take a cycle ride through Hanoi’s Old Quarter; participate in an Almsgiving ceremony in Thailand, where you’ll have the chance to present alms to the Buddhist monks and receive their blessing; and so much more. It is for sure that in this continent, you’ll not only see Asia, you’ll experience it! Let us discuss 3 unique destinations in Asia.

Philippines
The Philippines is a land apart from mainland Southeast Asia – not only geographically but also spiritually and culturally. The country’s overwhelming Catholicism, the result of 350 years of Spanish rule, is its most obvious enigma. Vestiges of the Spanish era include exuberant town fiestas (festivals) like Kalibo’s Ati-Atihan, unique Spanish-Filipino colonial architecture, and exquisite, centuries-old stone churches lording over bustling town plazas. Malls, fast-food chains and widespread spoken English betray the influence of Spain’s colonial successor, the Americans. Yet despite these outside influences, the country remains very much its own unique entity. The Philippines consists of more than 7000 islands, and at certain times of the year it will feel like you have them all to yourself. The typical island boasts a jungle-clad, mountainous interior and a sandy coastline flanked by aquamarine waters and the requisite coral reef.

Mauritius
There’s certainly something special about a holiday in Mauritius. If you’ve never had the pleasure of visiting Mauritius before, you’ll be very impressed by the sparkling seas, the vibrant colours and the warmth of the locals. For those of you who love the water, Mauritius holidays offer a fantastic range of water sports. There’s windsurfing, diving and sailing, deep sea fishing and snorkelling through the island’s many offshore reefs. If you’d rather keep your feet dry, you can tour the reefs aboard a semi-submersible boat; Grand Baie Reef you must not miss. Back on land; enjoy a round at some of the most impressive golf courses in the Indian Ocean, with stunning ocean views that can put you off your shot. The aromas, noises and bustle of the capital Port Louis are never far away. The Caudan Waterfront has a wide range of shops and restaurants and you can discover Mauritian expertise in fields such as jewellery and local crafts. Shopping is excellent here with tourist-only duty-free shops offering very reasonable prices.

Malaysia
Fast emerging as one of the most developed countries of Southeast Asia, Malaysia is surely among the most tourist friendly countries in the world. Malaysia is known for its affordability, safety, convenience and most of all, cleanliness. It will not be wrong to say that People of Malaysia are its true appeal. One can find here people of all origins, Chinese, Indians, Singaporeans. It is because of this reason that Malaysia is called truly Asia. Visit Malaysia if you wish to get an overview of Asia in shortest time. Malaysia is a country with many landscapes and many sights. Crystal clear seas, silvery beaches, colourful coral reefs and marine life, high mountains, deep jungle; you name it and Malaysia has it. In fact, Malaysia has the highest mountain peak in the Southeast Asia and the largest cave in the world. With such variety of landscape, a tourist can expect loads of activities to indulge in. Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia and is among the most visited cities in Southeast Asia. Its prized possession sure is the PETRONAS Twin Tower. Once the tallest buildings in the world, they still are the tallest twin buildings in the world.

Asia has always lived up to its name – Melting Pot of Different Cultures. There are many other cities in Asia that would be the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable holiday. Kuoni together with SOTC provides many customized holiday packages to these 3 gems of Asia.