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The Ultimate Southeast Asia Travel Itinerary for First-Time Visitors

  • January 21, 2020
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In just one year, Americans can spend nearly $762 billion on international leisure travel. Clearly, people in the US know that there are a lot of things to see in the world, and they want to get a glimpse of it all.

If you’re planning to travel outside the country, Southeast Asia is a great choice. The people, the food, the architecture… well, it doesn’t get much better than this region.

Here, we’re going to help you create the perfect Southeast Asia travel itinerary to help you get the most out of your trip!

Thailand

Thailand- particularly its capital, Bangkok- is one of the most visited destinations in Southeast Asia with good reason. Known for the beautiful architecture of its many shrines, the city offers a lot of historical sites to check out. You can also wander the plentiful street markets to try authentic Thai curries and purchase handmade local goods.

For more things to do, click on ‘Bangkok, Thailand’ in the ‘destinations’ bar of World Roamer. This site is awesome because it will show you some of the greatest attractions all in one convenient location.

Laos

When you leave Bangkok and travel to Laos, consider going to a less populated area for a change of pace. Laos is, after all, home to the Kuang Si Falls, one of the largest waterfalls in the world. The natural pools and hot springs in this area make it a great place to relax and spend time with friends, family, or friendly locals.

Cambodia

The temples of Cambodia aren’t an attraction to be missed. From the Angkor Wat and its giant, intricate design to the smiling faces in the architecture of the Bayon, you need to see it all.

Bayon is at the center of the Angkor Thom, one of the most awe-inspiring attractions in Cambodia. The remains of this ancient city are in good shape considering that they were first built in the 12th century. Head to this area and wander a bit- there’s nothing quite like marveling at ruined cities and how they were built so long ago.

Vietnam

Vietnam is another beautiful nation with a rich cultural history. Finish your Southeast Asian tour the way you started it- in a bustling capital city. Like Bangkok, Hanoi has a lot of street markets like the well-known Đồng Xuân Market. Here, you can interact with locals and learn about the realities of living in Vietnam.

Your Southeast Asia Travel Itinerary

Deciding where to put on your Southeast Asia travel itinerary can be a challenge- after all, there are so many rich destinations to travel to! The good news is that when you do your research and choose the places that most interest you, your job will become a whole lot easier.

Now that you know what countries to visit (and where to go within them) when you travel to Southeast Asia, it’s time to get some more tips to make your vacation as great as it can possibly be. Check out the rest of our webpage to get some tips on how to make your trip into the adventure of a lifetime.

Have a great trip!

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