ACTIVETRAVEl ASIA recommends kayaking and cruising places in Vietnam In the northern Vietnam, Halong Bay is the most spectacular sea kayaking destination. The bay’s name means “descending dragon”, and the mythical beasts are said to have created the rocky islets that form a maze of protected waterways. Guests will explore the sea arches, caves and […]

Backpacking in China Travel through China as a backpacker is certainly not without its challenges though, and purchasing travel insurance before you set out will ensure you have peace of mind while making your way through the countryside. You’ll want to try and reach some out-of-the-way destinations and not just stick to the major cities, […]

Beauty in Blue – Lakshadweep Beauty in Blue – Lakshadweep The exotic island of Indian Ocean beckons you to Lakshdweep. Strewn on the clear blue waters of the Arabian Sea, off the western coast of India, Lakshdweep is a group of coral islands of unparalleled beauty. The soft and silky beaches, the flora and fauna, […]

Acapulco’s Beaches – Something for Everybody Acapulco has some of the best beaches in Mexico, if not in the world. From Pie de la Cuesta to the bay itself, then out to Puerto Marques and Diamante, and on as far as Barra Vieja, Acapulco offers miles and miles of beaches, each with a personality of […]

A Visit to Japans Hot Springs WHAT comes to your mind when you think of Japan? Majestic Mount Fuji? The speeding bullet train? The megalopolis Tokyo? There is more to the land of the rising sun than those famous tourist attractions. Whether for medicinal purposes or for relaxation, millions annually visit onsens—the hot springs of […]