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counting down our picks for the top ten
post pandemic travel destinations in
Southeast Asia. Are you a fan of our
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we're taking a tour of Southeast Asia
and around it and ranking various
countries excluding China for this
particular list based on their appeal
for post pandemic travel we're taking
into account cultural landmarks natural
beauty safety cuisine the cost of
traveling within the country and more
number 10 Myanmar this particular
destination formerly known as Burma has
only begun to attract a significant
number of visitors in the last decade or
so though the government has actively
tried to promote the tourism industry
since the early 90s international
sanctions a military government and
human rights violations have
understandably scared people off and
while the country has made massive
strides since 2010 discrimination and
various social issues continue to be
cause for international concern with
over 4.3 million international arrivals
in 2019 it's safe to say that man Mar
has finally arrived as a viable travel
destination boasting a few UNESCO World
Heritage sites including the ancient
city of bagan and with an actively
developing ecotourism sector
myanmar certainly has things going for
it just make sure to do your research
first to make sure that your money is
going to the local people and not the
military which remains politically
active and invested in many industries
number 9 singapore this island
city-state stands very much apart from
the rest of Southeast Asia and that's
both a blessing and a curse
Singapore is by far the cleanest nation
you'll visit in your travels throughout
this region of the world and the mixture
of cutting-edge architecture and ample
green space feels downright futuristic
unfortunately it's also very expensive
relative to the cost of living elsewhere
in Southeast Asia making it notably less
appealing to those working on a smaller
budget and considering so many people
took a financial hit as a result of
kovat 19 something tells us that
affordability is going to be a major
factor for many travelers planning
the first post pandemic trip of course
if money isn't an issue
Singapore's got plenty to offer
including world-class shopping and one
of the greatest culinary scenes you'll
ever encounter and that includes both
fine dining and street or Hawker food
number eight Philippines if after all
that time and confinement what you're
craving more than anything else is
breathtaking landscapes the Philippines
make for a good choice with over 7,000
islands certain parts of the country
feel like something out of a fantasy
movie or that you've landed on another
planet the aptly named Chocolate Hills
are just one of the country's many
breathtaking natural sights in fact the
island province of the hole in which the
chocolate hills are located is a must
visit destination that offers ample
opportunity for adventure meanwhile for
those who like city travel and the
hustle and bustle that comes with it
Manila is a vibrant cultural hub the one
thing holding the Philippines back its
government which is widely notorious for
human rights and press freedom abuses so
while the Philippines is generally safe
this fact will give some travelers
reason to venture elsewhere number 7
Laos long overshadowed by its more
popular neighbor Cambodia Laos is
finally getting the attention it
deserves as a great destination in its
own right
the lack of shoreline and island culture
does continue to put it at a
disadvantage relative to other
destinations in the region especially
with travelers who want sand and sea to
go with all that Sun but the smaller
number of tourists paired with a
slightly less developed industry is also
a big part of the country's appeal Laos
is beautiful and large stretches of it
feel completely untarnished making it
the perfect getaway for adventure
travelers the mountainous terrain and
breathtaking views are also particularly
appealing to travel photographers and
avid hikers of course the city of Luang
Prabang is another major selling point
given that it's packed to the brim with
historic sights temples and architecture
number six Timor Leste the second
smallest country in Southeast Asia
Timor Leste is also this region's least
visited destination with arrivals in the
tens of thousands
be that as it may timor-leste actually
has a whole lot to offer
considering some people are likely to be
weary of crowds for the foreseeable
future those low numbers are suddenly
part of its appeal plus considering the
country only had 24 confirmed cases of
kovat 19 as of June 2020 all recovered
it's a great choice for those with
lingering dread but what if the country
itself
well scuba divers are likely to have a
great time here
the island nation is surrounded by great
dive spots as for those who prefer to
keep their head above water
the uncrowded picture-perfect sandy
white beaches are equally inviting
unpretentious largely undiscovered and
rich in natural splendor timor-leste is
an ideal getaway for the savvy traveler
who doesn't need extensive tourism
infrastructure to feel safe
number 5 Indonesia this fascinating
heavily populated region offers a
wonderful balance of nature and city
life it offers up great shopping classy
hotels and many examples of modern cafe
and bar culture but when you venture
beyond the population centers Indonesia
equally lives up to its reputation as
one of the most beautiful destinations
in Asia if not the world
the town of kuta and Lombok Island are
especially picturesque Indonesia is also
home to the single largest Buddhist
temple in the world borobudur which is a
must visit while the island of Borneo is
primarily part of Indonesia the northern
coast is actually an independent nation
Brunei which has long been Southeast
Asia's odd country out attracting fewer
travelers and boasting little in the way
of conventional attractions the
government has been trying to change
this in recent years but harsh and
archaic laws continue to keep people
away number for Vietnam Vietnam is well
versed in the art of tourism and it
shows the country is generally
considered to be incredibly safe and the
locals are quite welcoming to foreign
travelers Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi are
bustling cities where your senses are
sure to be overwhelmed but also make for
an exciting cultural experience
Vietnam's reputation as a foodie Mecca
precedes it and population centers such
as these are the best place to try the
widest assortment of delicious local
dishes
the craft beer scene is booming across
the country but the local draft the high
remains as cheap as ever for those
looking for a bit of a more relaxed pace
head to Halle on where all motor
vehicles are banned within the town
centre and a sense of calm pervades
across the country there's no shortage
of temples and historic sites or
opportunities to immerse yourself in
nature number three Malaysia if spending
time and the great outdoors is your top
priority for your first post pandemic
trip look no further
Malaysia is renowned for its national
parks rainforest fascinating wildlife
and unique adventures just waiting to be
had
tourism is technically Malaysia's third
largest source of foreign income but
compared to the other top entries on our
list today
it receives comparably low numbers of
international arrivals sadly Malaysia's
extensive forests are threatened by the
ever-growing industrial sector but by
prioritizing ecotourism within the
country your money helps to push the
country towards a more sustainable and
environmentally minded future of course
Malaysia has more to offer than just
rainforests delicious local dishes like
laksa shopping opportunities like Kuala
Lumpur uncrowded islands and beautiful
beaches make it extremely well rounded
number two Cambodia consistently ranking
among the most popular destinations in
Southeast Asia Cambodia requires little
introduction but what you might not know
is that despite having a population of
over 15 million as of June 2020
the country has only reported 128 cases
of kovin 19 the vast majority of them
already recovered and when you consider
everything that Cambodia has to offer a
traveler this relatively low risk makes
it a very appealing choice for your
first post pandemic trip the country's
history of genocide is a sobering one
but will also give you a deeper
appreciation for everything you
encounter during your travels the
starring attraction in Cambodia is the
iconic Angkor Wat but that's just one of
the many historic sites worth checking
out it's truly a land of temples as for
the capital Phnom Penh it's got
everything you could want from your city
days including contemporary culture and
a
great food scene number one tile and
considering Bangkok is the single most
visited city in the world this may seem
like a bit of an odd choice given the
angle of our list a lot of travelers are
going to feel very hesitant about
visiting such an international
destination be that as it may as of June
2020 Thailand as a country is reporting
almost no new cases and has begun the
process of reopening Thailand's economy
is heavily dependent on tourism income
and so the pandemic has taken a massive
toll on local businesses and livelihoods
as Thailand reopens the government is
enforcing a number of strict safety
measures hoping to inspire confidence
and allow visitors to enjoy everything
the country has to offer Thailand is
setting itself up to be a top global
destination in the new post pandemic
world so for your first trip consider
this an opportunity to move beyond
Bangkok and experience the country's
many areas delicious regional dishes
breathtaking beaches historic sites and
picturesque landscapes Thailand has got
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