There are so many exciting top destinations in Asia, deciding where to go can be difficult; but that's a good problem to have.
Don't despair! With cheap budget flights between major hubs in Asia, you could easily catch a couple or more of these tempting top-spots on a single trip. Regardless of where you begin, you'll have access to culture, UNESCO sites, nature, and exciting culinary treats.
If planning your first big trip to Asia, consider a soft landing in one of these top destinations for first-time travelers.
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Chiang Mai, Thailand
Many travelers prefer Thailand's pleasant northern capital over the hectic pace of life in Bangkok. Most of the tourist action happens within Chiang Mai's Old City, where orange-robed monks from the many temples smile as they pass.
From numerous cultural festivals and sprawling night markets to mountain trekking and scores of beautiful temples, Chiang Mai attracts over a million visitors a year who just can't wait to come back. Chiang Mai is certainly the most popular among the top 10 places to visit in Thailand.
Pai, a riverside village only four hours north of Chiang Mai, is a bonus; you can visit both of them together as a "package."
Although inflation is on the rise due to popularity (Bangkok is consistently one of the most visited cities in the world), a vacation in Thailand is still relatively inexpensive.