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If you’re looking for a holiday where you get to explore beautiful landscapes that’s rich with culture and history, you don’t have to look too far at your map—the Indochina region can give you all of these and more.
From the magnificent Royal Palace in Cambodia to the hills of rice paddy fields in Vietnam, check out our pictorial compilation that’ll help you make up your mind about your next travel destination:
#1 Sapa, Vietnam
Sapa offers unrivalled nature views and mild weather for those who want to escape the busy city life.
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How to get there: Take a direct flight to Hanoi, Vietnam and book a bus or a train ride to Sapa.
#2 Da Nang, Vietnam
If you’re looking for tranquil beaches, ancient pagodas and beautiful sunset views, then make Da Nang your choice.
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How to get there: You can easily take a direct flight to Da Nang.
#3 Bagan, Myanmar
There were more than 10,000 temples in Bagan’s heyday. Now over 2,000 of them remain, but they adorn the landscapes beautifully.
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How to get there: Take a flight to Yangon before heading off to Bagan via bus.
#4 Mandalay, Myanmar
This relatively new city was built after being extensively bombed during World War 2. Much of what you’ll see are reconstructed architecture that’s aesthetically pleasing yet steep in rich history.
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How to get there: You can easily take a direct flight to Yangon and take a bus to Mandalay.
#5 Inle Lake, Myanmar
Experience the village life firsthand when you visit Inle Lake, a 22km freshwater lake with no roads or sidewalks.
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How to get there: Take a flight to Yangon before making your way to Inle Lake via bus.
#6 Siem Reap, Cambodia
You’ve probably heard of Angkor Wat but there’s more to Siem Reap than that. Avoid the busy crowds and experience tranquillity in less touristic hotspots such as the temples in Bayon.
How to get there: You can easily take a direct flight to Siem Reap.
#7 Phnom Penh, Cambodia
You won’t run out of things to do when you reach Phnom Penh, which is also the biggest city in Cambodia. Get ready to be spoiled by its cultural attractions and delicious food!
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How to get there: There are direct flights available to Phnom Penh.
#8 Vang Vieng, Laos
Nature lovers and outdoorsy folks will love Vang Vieng, where you can take a hot air balloon to get a bird’s view of the landscape, take a hike on its cliffs and forests, and explore caves.
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How to get there: Board a flight to Vientiane and then take a bus.
Enchanted by what you’ve seen so far? There’s more to come! Find out for yourself by putting this in your list of to-go places. AirAsia is currently offering its Big Members an all-in-fare one-way from RM59. It’s a deal you can’t miss out!
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