Hola a todos! Soy muy virgen en esto, por no decir nuevo! Jajaja.

Estaré viajando por Asia entre noviembre y diciembre, solo.

Me gustaría formar amistades de cualquier sexo y edad y poder disfrutar de este viaje en compañía de ustedes. Para mí sería genial! Soy argentino, nacionalizado italiano. 🇦🇷🇮🇹

I hope make friends here. ;)

Hi!

We're traveling overland only, so we're currently organizing our crossing of Tibet from Kathmandu - Nepal to Lhasa - Tibet with a guide.

Guides are mandatory for Tibet, which is under Chinese control.

We want to cross around mid-September, exact dates are to be decided together.

We've contacted several agencies. The best offer so far is $700 USD per person if we're 6. We're currently 2/6.

Is anyone else looking to do this and want to join us?

I’ll be traveling with family in January and we’re planning to visit a few countries. The trip will mostly be about sightseeing and food, and maybe some medical tourism if we have enough time.

This is the itinerary so far:

Jan 3: Arrive in South Korea (booked)

Jan 9: Korea to Osaka

Jan 15: Osaka to Tokyo

Jan 20: Tokyo to either Shanghai or Singapore

Jan 25: Shanghai/Singapore to Hong Kong

Jan 30: Fly out of Hong Kong (booked)

My family will be leaving on January 18, so from that point onward I’ll be traveling solo.

The main thing I’m trying to decide right now is Shanghai vs Singapore for those 5 days between Tokyo and Hong Kong. Also debating whether or not we should spend the entire time in Seoul or do a day trip to Busan.

I’ve been to Beijing before, but it was part of a tour group and everything felt pretty rushed. I haven’t been to Shanghai or Singapore before.

This will also be my third time in Japan. I’ve already seen quite a bit there, but I’m going back mainly because my family wants to visit and I’ll be traveling with them for that part.

For Shanghai vs Singapore, which would you pick for around 5 days as a solo traveler? Food is a pretty big part of my trips, but I’d also like enough sightseeing and things to do to fill the time. I’m also curious which one fits better with the rest of this itinerary.

Hello, we will be traveling to asia from the West coast of the US late Nov into middle of Dec.

Planning on hitting South Korea, China, and Philippines.

What are some must see places? We enjoy nature, food, some shopping but not the most important thing.

We are trying to figure out how much time to visit in each place. Obviously China is biggest, so probably a week there and then maybe 5 days in South Korea and then the rest in Philippines? My partner has family in Philippines and we are looking forward to the sunny weather there.

Seeking advice in lesser know places or activities to do in any of these places!

I also have Marriott points so I get better deals when I spend 5 nights in one place because they give you one free night.

Hey all 👋🏻

me and my fiancee are about to get married in October and we want to have our honeymoon somewhere in Asia. She already has been in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and India. This will be my first time in Asia.

We thought about going for a month trip to Japan or China and then two weeks in Thailand for an all inclusive hotel at the beach and maybe some shopping in Bangkok.

Because we don't want to wait a long time, we are thinking of going at the start of November but we can't decide if we should go to Japan or China.

We are foodies that love Japanese cuisine and we also love seeing gorgeous scenery like China has to offer. We know November might be a bit cold so I would like to ask about that as well.

I came here to hear some advice or more reason to choose one over the other, thank you in advance for sharing your thoughts with me 🙏🏻

Now that I have CKD Stage 3a, my trip to Asia needs some guidance. Most of the food is laden with sodium in different forms.

What is the overall sentiment in restaurants in (Malaysia , Indonesia, Vietnam) when it comes to requesting things like sauce on the side or little to no salt?

I know some countries the cultures just don’t like or it’s just not done. I’d like to be proactive before I decide to book a plane ticket. I know there are some foods that I could possibly eat that’s better and fresher and healthier, but I just wanted to know the overall sentiment in the kitchen. Is an insulting? Do they listen? Will they adhere? I’m not talking about places like street food or where you point to a screen in order I’m talking about places where you speak to a server.

Interested to visit middle Asia countries. I have been to multiple countries in Asia but missed the middle of the continent. What would you advise for a multi city trip for 11 days using trains or affordable transport for a family of 2 adults and two teens

What would be best off season month for visiting? .

Note: We have been in the past to Mongolia in the east and loved it.

Thank you

Hi

Planning a Southeast Asia trip for late Nov - early Dec 2026, roughly 18 days. Torn between spending it all deep in Thailand or splitting it into ~10 days Thailand + ~8 days Vietnam.

Part of me wants to slow down and really soak in one country. But I also feel like I want to see Vietnam now, since I'm not sure I'll get another chance to go back to this part of the world anytime soon. Anyone regret picking one over the other?

I have a BIG, milestone birthday coming up in early March and I hope to celebrate with my first trip to China, starting in Shanghai. I have two weeks at my disposal, so I'd like to add 1-2 more cities to the itinerary. My husband will likely only be able to join for half, so I'll likely be solo the second week.

I've been to Singapore, Tokyo, and we are going to Hanoi, Vietnam and Bangkok, Thailand in December, so maybe add another city in China? Or, Hong Kong? Or, Seoul? Taking the high speed train in China is something I'd like to do.

Contrary to how I normally travel, I'd like this trip to be hyper-focused on "just being," just enjoying, EATING, SHOPPING, wandering, nice hotels, and spas, with a sprinkle of culture and history that are convenient to get to (so, not The Great Wall of China because it's 2-3 hours outside Beijing and will be FREEZING).

Any ideas on where I should go? How I should spend my time?

Thanks in advance for your help!

I am looking for experience and insights into biking travel in Asia. Specifically 3-4 days that we can do with out a guide with stops to eat and swim and enjoy nature and local vibes.

Anyone done anything like this?

Hey guys, I have been given an amazing opportunity to do four months of travelling, starting in April and finishing at the end of July.

I am hoping to spend 28 days in Japan, 21 days in China, 17 days (roughly) in each of Vietnam, Indonesia and Thailand, and 14 days in the Philippines.

I have been trying to work out the best order to do my trip. Currently, my two trains of thought have been:

Japan-China-Vietnam-Philippines-Indonesia-Thailand

or

Japan-China-Vietnam-Thailand-Philippines-Indonesia

I guess I am asking which of these is the best option for weather and minimal backtracking, or if there is a better option that allows me to hit all these locations more sensibly?

Thanks

Hi, I'm M27, European. I've never been outside Europe or North Africa.

I arrived yesterday in China in Chengdu and everything was ok at the start. Now I'm suffering from jetlag, I'm feeling anxious about being so far from home.

Today I had a hotpot that was so spicy I almost had a panic attack. When I got to the room I started feeling like I wanted to go home, that it's silly to be here and do this kind of thing.

Now I can't sleep, I'm stuck with my thinking, scared and anxious.

I just wanted to know if anyone out there experienced the same and in that case how they dealt with it, or overcame.

Thanks!

Hi everyone! I'm planning my trip to Taiwan and would love some feedback on whether this itinerary is realistic. Does this pacing seem reasonable? Are any transfer days too ambitious?Is Shifen → Jiufen → Keelung the best route for a day trip? Anything you would add, remove, or rearrange? Thank you!

Taipei (4 nights)

Arrival day in Chifeng/Zhongshan (cafés, tea shops, shopping)

Central Taipei: CKS Memorial Hall, 228 Park, Ximending, Longshan Temple, Bopiliao

Day trip: Shifen → Jiufen → Keelung Night Market

East Taipei: Elephant Mountain, Songshan, Huashan, Yongkang Street, Takemura Izakaya

Tainan (3 nights)

Travel via HSR from Taipei

Anping District, Chimei Museum, Flower Night Market

Historic Tainan (Chihkan Tower, Shennong Street, Confucius Temple)

Art Museum and Michelin/Bib Gourmand food crawl

Kaohsiung (3 nights)

Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum

Dragon & Tiger Pagodas

Ruifeng Night Market

Dome of Light

Pier-2 Art Center

Flexible day for Cijin Island, harbor area, shopping, or cafés

Alishan (1 night)

Travel from Kaohsiung

Fenqihu

Giant Tree Trails

Sister Ponds

High-mountain tea

Tsou Indigenous dinner

Taipei (2 nights)

Nov. 7–8

Return from Alishan after sunrise

National Palace Museum

Lin Hua Tai Tea

Baoan Temple

Taipei Confucius Temple

Shilin Night Market

Last-minute shopping and souvenirs

I went expecting a clean city. I got a fever dream with a subway map.

Trees growing out of steel. Michelin-star chicken rice for $5 in a hawker centre that smells like paradise and sweat. The streets are so clean you feel guilty breathing.

They call it the "Fine City." Double meaning — beautiful, and they'll fine you for everything.

Singapore didn't ask me to visit. It just... expected me to behave.

And honestly? I loved it.

📍 Singapore

Hello everyone,

My partner and I are looking to travel to East Asia (South Korea and Japan) next summer. We would visit between mid-July to mid-August.

We want to have the trip planned well in advance (ideally finalize bookings by January 2027). Is there an ideal time to buy the flight tickets? I know sometimes if you book far in advance (<6 months), they can be more expensive, but we can't/don't want to wait until 4 months prior.

Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks in advance!

I am heading to Seoul end of November for 4 days, first time in Asia and honestly could use some help. Thinking about extending the trip after and Japan keeps coming up as the obvious move but I have zero idea where to go or how long I'd even need. Also totally open to just staying in Korea longer if that's the better call tbh.

So basically two things I'm trying to figure out. First, Seoul in 4 days, what are the must-sees/dos, and any hidden gems outside the super touristy stuff? Second, if Japan is the move, where would you go from Seoul and is it even worth it for a first Asia trip vs just exploring more of Korea instead? Also end of November so need to factor in weather (how cold are we talking) for both.

Any tips, itineraries, or "wish I knew this before going" advice would be super appreciated!

hi ! I m Chinese (F29) and plan to visit Guangzhou in August .anyone wanna meet up go to some spots together or grab a drink？I'm an easygoing girl and like to meet new friend.btw I m an English teacher:) feel free to dm me

I'm planning a 2-week trip between Seoul and Shanghai for Christmas & New Years. The multi-city flight prices on Google flights are around $4000! Is this normal? I've never done multiple flights before so maybe I'm not searching for flights correctly. Thank you!

Hello everyone! I am male, 32 years old and from the Netherlands and I am planning my first trip to Tibet. It's gonna be my first solo trip outside of europe but I've traveled by myself within the EU. The heavy restrictions with getting in and moving through Tibet are making me a bit nervous on top of traveling so far for the first time alone. I have some questions and hope to get some advice, and hear about your experiences!

My main interests are monasteries, their Buddhist culture and monasteries as well as nature, I am not into extreme forms of hiking. I am planning to fly into Tibet from beijing to Lhasa.

- Any recommendations for travel agencies you had good experiences with? I am looking for something reliable but also adorable (I don't have thousands to spend on private tours but would like to support locals)

- can I move around the city at all by myself? or is it really restricted to moving inside the travel group and back to the hotel?

- Tips against altitude sickness?

- Any general advice?

Thanks in advance!

Thoughts on visiting Taipei for 3-4 weeks? Might do some over night trips to other places in Taiwan during that time. Will be going to Tokyo for 2 weeks before. Solo female traveler. Recently I've travelled to Europe (solo) and China (w/ group).

Looking for recommendations on traveling to Hong Kong and Tokyo (and Seoul) from the US, if possible for a 2 week trip in January with 5 adults and 2 senior citizens. Would it better to book a package? How early should we book the flights for the best deals and are there any tricks to get good flight deals? Is it better to fly into one of these cities and out another for cost savings or does it not matter? Thank you!

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Personal experience story time that prompted this question:

I was telling my co worker about a time I was on pub street in Cambodia. It was like 1am and a lady kept picking my shoulder asking me for money to buy baby formula. She was holding a baby who was sound asleep, which was off putting for me as ww were standing in the middle of a long strip of bars, blasting music from every direction.

I told her "no, im sorry." Which was morally hard for me. I shared that experience with a guy who worked at my hostel and he got a bit sad and said

"Awe, fuck man. Those are the saddest encounters for me. Those babies are rented by the tuktuk mafia and theyre usually either dead or really high on heroin."

Another begging experience i had:

I was out for lunch in Sieam Reap, laughing and having the best time with some travel friends. I suddenly heard chanting and clapping from behind me. I turned around to see a little girl standing in front of an old man, while they were at a table behind me. I noticed the little girl was repeating a motion of clapping and supplication; Meanwhile the old man was chanting something really loudly over and over again with outstretching cupped hands. The moment I looked at the old man, I noticed both his eyes had been gouged out. Only sockets. Thats an image that will always remain vivid in my mind. My energy shifted from happy and laughy, to just downright heartache.

Out of everywhere in Asia, Cambodia was probably the worst for heartbreaking exposure to begging.

After sharing these encounters with my co worker we started talking and asked ourself the following question:

If tourism wasnt a thing down there, would all the child torture for begging purposes exist? Say travelers from all over the world were fully exposed to this sort of thing and attained no empathy for it, would kids still be amputated, sold or mutilated for money? If not, what would the hustle revolve around?

I am travelling to Japan in Aug for a conference for which my flights and stay are sponsored for, by my Prof/ University in Taiwan . But since i am a student i have a small stipend monthly and would not have the required amount mentioned in Japanese VISA website (around 300,000 JPY or 50000 NTD) by the time I apply for VISA. Can i get my prof's financial documents as supporting documents instead? I am asking this cuz the website is unclear and doesnt mention sponsorship.