Singapore

A thriving and prosperous city, Singapore is a small island-nation at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. Contrasting futuristic skyscrapers with hints of British colonial heritage and meticulously landscaped parks, this is an Asian destination like none other.

Characterised by its diamond shape and situated at the heart of its neighbouring countries Malaysia and Indonesia, Singapore’s shared history and success is a credit to its peaceful multiracial populous political stability and progressive policies. Despite its small land area, this vertical garden city combines a surprising number of world-class attractions and sights with stunning works of engineering from its transportation system to the towering structures that grace its skyline. Singapore has many attractions in place that will surprise you with engineering wonders that takes travel attractions across time and space.

Malaysia

The landmass of Malaysia is roughly split in half between Peninsular Malaysia, on the Southeast Asian mainland, and Malaysian Borneo on the world's third largest island. Malaysian Borneo constitutes roughly half of the island, and is split between Sabah and Sarawak.

Malaysia encapsulates the essence of Asia in a package as varied as it is convenient. In addition to some of the world’s oldest rainforests, best beaches and most celebrated cuisine, Malaysia is also incredibly culturally diverse. It’s an off-beat traveller’s paradise fusing Asia’s best attributes with first-rate amenities and infrastructure.

Indonesia

Indonesia’s national emblem is emblazoned with the words ‘Unity in Diversity’. With 700 languages and 17,000 islands spread across 5,000km of tropical ocean, there’s no better way to describe it. This diversity, combined with famed hospitality, billowing volcanoes and abundant wildlife make it an astoundingly bewitching travel destination.Indonesia is a vast archipelagic nation consisting of thousands of islands stretching across the Indian Ocean to the eastern edge of the Asian continental plate and the western edge of the Pacific Ocean. This archipelagic geography dictates the ebb and flow of life in Indonesia and contributes to its astounding natural and cultural diversity.

Japan

Japan is a nation of islands stretching across the Pacific coast of Asia. Along with the 'Home Islands' of Hokkaido, Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu, Japan consists of nearly 7,000 mostly volcanic islands. This geography has long played a role in the Japanese way of life which, to this day, is deeply connected to the sea.

Travellers to Japan invariably notice the cultural fixation on perfection that pervades there. It saturates everything from sushi and transportation all the way to the symmetry of Mt. Fuji and the timelessness of Kyoto. Travelling in Japan is a powerfully evocative experience beckoning visitors to imagine a world without flaws.

Cambodia

Cambodia's geography has played a substantial role in shaping its history. Its central location along the Indochinese Peninsula and relatively flat terrain facilitated the rise of the Khmer Empire which flourished from its base in Angkor for over 500 years. Conversely, Cambodia's proximity to the chaos of the Vietnam War sowed seeds of catastrophe that the country is now recovering from. Both of these periods are inextricable to the identity of both Cambodia, and its people.

In the simplest terms, Cambodia is defined by legacy, contrast and courage. Its astounding array of historical offerings proudly convey the extent of its former glory while beaches, towns and jungles remain ripe for discovery. Despite a tumultuous recent past, Khmer people’s resilience and hospitality make Cambodia a traveller’s paradise.

Myanmar

Southeast Asia's largest and western-most nation, Myanmar is at the crossroads between East Asia and South Asia, sharing borders with both Bangladesh and India. The result is an intoxicating blend of cultural influences. Combined with a traditional ways of life that prevails due to decades of isolation following British colonial rule, Myanmar's geography contributes to a sense of 'otherworldliness' not found elsewhere in Asia.

Closed off for decades, Myanmar remains untainted by the globalisation seen elsewhere in Asia. Travelling in Myanmar is like travelling back in time. Hoof and muscle are used in place of machines, and western fashion sensibilities haven’t set root. For those looking for a ‘pure’ travel destination, Myanmar is it.

Laos

Laos is Southeast Asia’s best-kept secret. What this landlocked nation lacks in beaches it more than makes up for in timeless charm. Its soft-spoken people, colourful hilltribe communities and vast stretches of waterfall-filled wilderness contribute to an ‘undiscovered’ quality few destinations can match. Laos is tranquility incarnate, and the perfect place to visit for a transformative getaway.

As a landlocked nation, life in Laos is governed by the ebb and flow of the Mekong River which runs through its heart. Its mostly mountainous terrain is punctuated by charming villages and colourful hilltribes who, despite neighboring five other countries, retain a distinct culture and way of life found nowhere else in the region.

Thailand

Thailand holds a special place in the hearts of travellers. Whether it’s beaches, mountains, nature, culture, food or nightlife, Thailand offers hard-to-beat options at extraordinary value. With tropical vibes, friendly people and seamless tourism infrastructure, it’s little wonder why people visit this kaleidoscopic nation over and over again.

A great deal of Thailand's appeal is due to its geography. Thailand is blessed with two long, sinuous coastlines snaking their way down the gorgeous Andaman Sea and Gulf of Thailand. All that glitters is not just gold, but brilliant shades of azure and green accompanied by the swaying of palm trees amidst towering karst mountains and languid prismatic waters that make Thailand a tropical dream incarnate.

Vietnam

Characterised by a long s-shaped geography running from wind-swept peaks in the northern frontier to languid chocolate-coloured waters of the southern Mekong Delta, Vietnam's incredible diversity of offerings is a credit to its position along the Indochina Peninsula. Relative to its land area, it has one of the longest and most abundantly beautiful coastlines, facing both the Eastern Sea and the Gulf of Thailand.

Vietnam lends itself well to epics. Snaking sinuously down from the Chinese border to the Gulf of Thailand, its bounty of towering peaks, emerald green paddies, seemingly endless white sand beaches and deep roots in the past offer enough mystic allure to satiate the thirsts of any traveller.