Asia – Places Happen https://www.placeshappen.com Amazing Destinations and Photo Stories Tue, 19 Mar 2024 16:21:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://www.placeshappen.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Asia – Places Happen https://www.placeshappen.com 32 32 17 Best Places to Visit in Philippines https://www.placeshappen.com/17-best-places-to-visit-in-philippines/ Thu, 07 Mar 2024 16:28:19 +0000 https://www.placeshappen.com/?p=4202 Embarking on a journey to the Philippines opens a world of unparalleled beauty, where emerald rice terraces blend seamlessly with turquoise seas, and the warmth of its people rivals that of its tropical climate. This archipelago, made up of over 7,000 islands, offers a diverse tapestry of experiences that can captivate any traveler’s heart. From the bustling streets of Manila to the serene shores…

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]]> Paradise Compared: Boracay vs Palawan https://www.placeshappen.com/paradise-compared-boracay-vs-palawan/ Thu, 25 Jan 2024 18:55:22 +0000 https://www.placeshappen.com/?p=4104 When it comes to choosing a tropical getaway in the Philippines, the dilemma often boils down to two stunning destinations: Boracay and Palawan. Each with its own unique allure, these islands epitomize the diverse beauty of the Philippine archipelago. Boracay, often hailed as a party and leisure hotspot, dazzles with its vibrant nightlife and the famous White Beach, a stretch of powdery sand and…

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]]> The Maid Cafés in Japan https://www.placeshappen.com/the-maid-cafes-in-japan/ Tue, 23 Jan 2024 15:38:30 +0000 https://www.placeshappen.com/?p=3946 Maid Cafés in Japan, a fascinating blend of cuteness, culture, and a touch of the surreal! These unique establishments, born in the heart of Tokyo’s Akihabara district, have become a cultural phenomenon, offering an experience that’s as much about the ambiance and interaction as it is about the food and drink. Let’s embark on a whimsical journey through the world of Maid Cafés…

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]]> Japan’s Snow Monkeys Soaking in Hot Springs https://www.placeshappen.com/japans-snow-monkeys-soaking-in-hot-springs/ Mon, 16 Nov 2020 15:02:03 +0000 https://www.placeshappen.com/?p=2886 There is no better place to see the snow monkeys than in Jigokudani Monkey Park in Yamanouchi, Japan. During the day Japanese macaques (snow monkeys), native to Japan, descend from the steep hills of Joshin’etsukogen National Park to chill in the hot springs in the valley below and go back to the forest at night. But while these snow monkeys are wild, they come to this exact spot for a reason: the…

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]]> 8 Best Places to Visit in Japan https://www.placeshappen.com/8-best-places-to-visit-in-japan/ Fri, 13 Nov 2020 11:20:27 +0000 https://www.placeshappen.com/?p=2839 Situated east of Korea and mainland China, Japan is a destination quite unlike anywhere else in the world. Ancient traditions and a respectful Shinto culture combine with futuristic cities and cutting-edge technology to make Japan an educational must-see for any serious world traveler. We have handpicked the best places to visit in Japan to provide a kaiseki (feast) of everything that epitomizes…

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]]> 13 Places to Visit and Things to Do in Tokyo https://www.placeshappen.com/13-places-to-visit-and-things-to-do-in-tokyo/ Mon, 09 Nov 2020 17:40:13 +0000 https://www.placeshappen.com/?p=2755 Robot cafes, most Michelin starred restaurants in the world, little alleys filled with izakayas serving mouthwatering gyozas, futuristic skyscrapers, and vending machines on every corner selling from sake to panties – that’s Tokyo. A mind blowing Japanese capital with the Shinjuku train station that serves more than 3.6 million passengers per day and a city that 14 million people call home (38…

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]]> Best Time to Visit Vietnam https://www.placeshappen.com/the-best-time-to-visit-vietnam/ Wed, 27 May 2020 16:58:43 +0000 https://www.placeshappen.com/?p=2707 The steady growth in Vietnamese tourism over recent years has been truly impressive. Tourists have really begun to recognize its beauty, the richness of its history and culture. Vietnam’s coastline extends for well over 3,000 kilometers. The degrees of latitude between far north and south coast is big and it is no surprise that great variations in climate exist. However, if you plan to travel…

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]]> Top 9 Places to Visit in Vietnam https://www.placeshappen.com/best-places-to-visit-in-vietnam/ Wed, 13 May 2020 17:23:57 +0000 https://www.placeshappen.com/?p=2533 Planning a trip can be tricky. Especially if you are going to a country for the first time. But no need to worry, we are happy to share with you some of the best places to visit in Vietnam so you can plan your perfect itinerary and get the most out of your trip.Vietnam’s decision to open up the country to tourism has been a huge success. This amazing country has much to offer and the natural…

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]]> Beer and Foot Massage After Endless Temples https://www.placeshappen.com/beer-and-foot-massage-after-the-temples/ Mon, 23 Mar 2020 15:36:01 +0000 https://www.placeshappen.com/?p=1528 Most people don’t come to Siem Reap for Siem Reap, they come here because it is a great base to explore Angkor Wat. It is a busy Cambodian town filled with tourists, restaurants, bars, massage parlors and souvenir markets. There are also hundreds of accommodation options – from cheap backpacker hostels to exclusive resorts. And all of them will gladly organize you a tuk tuk driver to take you to…

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]]> Boats Full of Papayas in Mekong Delta https://www.placeshappen.com/boats-full-of-papayas-in-mekong-delta/ Wed, 11 Mar 2020 15:52:01 +0000 https://www.placeshappen.com/?p=1438 The main reason we went to Can Tho in Vietnam was to explore the floating markets in Mekong Delta. In town, we got to try some local beer bottled in metal cylinders and the food was great (as everywhere in Vietnam), but the floating markets were still the highlight. We arranged a boat tour with a couple of English speaking students a night before and set off to meet them before dawn the next…

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