Instagram Facebook Youtube Pinterest Linkedin

Destinations

Asia

Temples, islands and city lights.

Our guides from across Asia, from Sri Lanka and the Maldives to Japan, Thailand and Indonesia. Choose a country, or browse everything we’ve written about this part of the world.

Countries in Asia

Pick a place to start.
The carved gateway of the Grand Palace in Ubud, Bali, Indonesia
Indonesia
→
Red paper lanterns and autumn maple leaves over Memory Lane (Omoide Yokocho) at night, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Japan
Japan
→
Sunset over the beach boardwalk and overwater villas at Furaveri Resort, Maldives
Maldives
→
The Merlion fountain spouting water into Marina Bay with the city skyline behind, Singapore
COMING SOON
Singapore
The Bell of Peace pavilion with red pillars and painted eaves under a clear blue sky at Imjingak, near the DMZ, South Korea
South Korea
→
The Nine Arch Bridge surrounded by jungle near Ella, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka
→
Gold spires and tiered roofs of the Grand Palace framed by topiary trees under a blue sky, Bangkok, Thailand
Thailand
→

Latest from Asia

Fresh from the road.
Sri Lanka

The Best Camera for a Safari in Sri Lanka

Indonesia

Where to See Komodo Dragons

Sri Lanka

How to Get Around in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Travel Tips for First Time Visitors

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s Cultural Triangle: Sites, Planning and Tips

Sri Lanka

Visiting Dambulla Cave Temple in Sri Lanka: What to Know

Japan

Day Trip to Hiroshima from Kyoto: Our Itinerary

Sri Lanka

7 Day Sri Lanka Itinerary

Maldives

Male Seaplane Terminal Transfer from Male Airport: 6 Steps to Know

Sri Lanka

11 Things to See in Galle Fort, Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Safari in Sri Lanka: Parks, Wildlife and Planning Tips

Sri Lanka

10 Things to Do in Kandy, Sri Lanka

Maldives

9 Tips on How to Choose the Best Maldives Resort

Sri Lanka

Guide to Visiting Sigiriya

Sri Lanka

The Best Time to Visit Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka

Can You Fly a Drone in Sri Lanka?

Maldives

Maagiri Hotel Review: An Unplanned Night in Male, Maldives

Sri Lanka

Kulu Safaris Review: Our Stay at Yala National Park, Sri Lanka

Where to next?

Every region and country we’ve written about, in one place.

ALL DESTINATIONS →
The Wandering Life Compass

A life shaped by curiosity, connection and the moments that quietly change us.

Until next time… keep wandering.

JOIN THE JOURNEY

Receive our latest stories, travel tips and inspiration straight to your inbox.

No spam. Just meaningful travel.