Let’s Play Wheel of Travel – 5 Asia Destinations

    Asia Pacific econom across Asia tourism industry in Asia Pacific people would like to travel to have you traveled to Asia today I want to share five popular Asia Gateway destinations known for its Antiquity these days Asia also boasts many of the most Innovative cities in the world yes

    Asia is rising it’s an exciting place to be Hello I’m Chris money Singh an Australian born writer immersed in Asian countries for over 30 years on this travel plus Channel I want to give a quick overview of each place as well as throw in a sprinkling of travel hiu to Spotlight some of my personal experiences also stick stick around

    Until the end to get a very special bonus for your next trip today let’s spin the what what is the what intrigued okay w t stands for wait for it wheel of travel let the game begin arriving in Tokyo is like stepping into a world of origami edges and angles

    Here ancient Traditions fold geometrically into modern architecture and Cutting Edge technology as I say in this hiu it is hard to sum up Tokyo and modern Japan Tokyo culture can’t summarize it in three lines I’ll samiz it the city’s narrative weaves together temples and Technology tea ceremonies and koi ponds as much as

    Robot toys and neon nightlife from the bustling shabuya Crossing to Hidden Temple Gardens the city exudes ceaseless energy weno Parks cherry blossoms contrast with the pack Shin Canen train embodying Japan’s seamless blend of tradition and modernity explore Seno G Temple’s ancient charm and find Tranquility at mag Shrine in Lush Forest

    Surroundings food enthusiasts thrive in Tokyo’s culinary Haven from toiki Fish Market to tantalizing Street Food Stores I need comfort food though broke today I still have a Yen or sushi so how have other famous visitors talked about Tokyo drawn to its artistic subcultures and unique assimilation of divers influences musician and

    Fashionista farell Williams aply describes it as the New York of Asia Tokyo a trend Setter in Asia birthed Jpop anime manga and cosplay long before the K pop era Akihabara finally called electric town immerses you in toyo’s Tech World reflecting the city’s digital Spirit hey hey look at me I a tick talk

    Samurai trying to get likes and the people of Tokyo they’re also polite and welcoming you’ll often find yourself Lost in Translation but a smile goes a long way trip tips best time to visit spring march to May and Autumn September to November ideal duration 5 to 7

    Days now if you’re getting value from this video I’d really appreciate if you let me know by hitting the like Button where are we going next let’s spin the what this is David Bowie at a Buddhist temple in Singapore in 1983 spinning an astrology will he was on his landmarked Serious Moonlight tour of Southeast Asia Bowie once said a visit to Singapore is like visiting the future in the

    1980s Singapore a tiny Island expelled from Malaysia in 1965 was urgently modernizing to survive a lot has changed in Singapore since now a blend of tradition and Innovation it is on a par with the rest of the developed world with a lot of history un Under the Skin

    New pink facade yet old tals gossip through fresh paint peel reveal the past Embark at the iconic Gardens by the bay where towering super trees and futuristic domed conservatories create a dazzling SciFi Oasis then head for sentoso island a tropical playground with universal studi Singapore and pristine Beach

    In Singapore’s por centers you can relish Hanan chicken rice or fiery luxa or indulge in affordable mouthwatering meals Chinese Malay Indian and western food fun fact the islands on Theo families often choose food courts multiple times a week reflecting its vibrant work ethic set things up today

    Sit down with phone or notepad tea and Kaa toast okay let’s Ascend to the Marina Bay Sands Sky park for Instagram worthy shots with the iconic infinity pool overlooking the cityscape explore cultural richness in Chinatown and Little India immersing in Singapore’s Multicultural Heritage through vibrant streets and diverse

    Traditions Singapore is a dynamic idea that will leave a lasting vision of the future in your mind trip tips best time to visit February to April and July to October ideal duration 3 to 4 days let’s move on time to spin the What I’ve often taken buses from Singapore to qua LPA k for short crossing the causeway bridge over the streets of MCA arriving in K after 4 or 5 hours the city unfolds a tapestry of culture Cuisine and history begin your journey at the world famous petronus Twin Towers where Cutting Edge design

    Meets breathtaking views I finally remember seeing a couple once deep in a romantic moment while looking up at this Malaysian architectural icon symbolic of aspiration and later I wrote this Haiku 2 by two they lean beneath Kel’s Twin Towers what’s ahead for all the petronis towers illuminate day and night with

    Dazzling display while the sultan Abdul sum building reflects moish architecture signifying centuries of Arabic influence and Islam’s lasting presence next we can explore more spirituality at Batu Caves a limestone complex adorned with Hindu sh Rines revealing India’s ancient influence since the 1 and 2nd Century CE meanwhile KL bird park the world’s

    Largest free flight Avary in Lake Gardens boasts 3,000 Aven species it’s a Haven for enthusiasts and photographers and speaking of photo shoots this snapshot Hau captures a Chinese Malaysian model at one of kl’s scenic parks Shades conceal eyes she plays a hide and seek game red lips in

    The green in KL and Malaysia in general the spice trade hub for centuries diverse culinary influences abound South Indians Chinese Arab traders and Europeans shape this gastronomic Haven the Galant allore Night Market is a must C4 tantalizing street food I recall a Perpetual q fors chendol a unique Southeast Asian dessert countless

    Chendol later this first one is still in my memory after two decades all in all quala Luma like Tokyo and Singapore is a city where tradition dances harmoniously with Innovation promising an unforgettable Journey that will implant in you the desire to come again trip tips best time to visit

    December to February for dry weather ideal duration 3 to 4 days all right time to spin the Watch barley a right of passage for western party goers held less appeal for me during my first decade in Asia more intrigued by Regional history and Balan Performing Arts shadow puppet mime and dance my connection with the island did deepen over time mudra fingers speak Whispers of the past Grace is locking

    Eyes with me I visited B to research collaborations for two short plays with my friends at tiin b a popular Balan theater company they specialize in comedic balones and Western M composed for a singer po Festival in 2018 we Siege other regularly and like many I’ve even contemplated a permanent

    Move there explore ancient SS like uluwatu Temple for the kachak monkey dance against fiery sunsets at tanal lot sea Temple and partake in ceremonies at bisak Temple the Island’s largest nestled on Mount Aang slopes an active volcano how far to reach that Temple of a Thousand Steps Gateway To Heaven this

    Indonesian Island preserves Hinduism blended with animistic traditions in stark contrast to the predominantly Islamic Mainland amid its Treasures the Upland town of ubber emerges as a cultural Haven nestled amidst rice Patty Terraces and palm trees here you can explore balan’s art and if you’re not a vegetarian like me go dine on Delicacies

    Like Bobby ging better known as suckling pig while enjoying diverse accommodation options from opulent resorts to ecofriendly tree houses trip tips best time to visit April to October ideal duration you’ll need 7 to 10 days to get the most all right it’s time for our last Asia Adventure drum roll please

    Let’s spin the wheel India was the destination of my first Asian Adventure this beard and turban that I’ve worn since 1989 reveals the special connection I have with the country in 1994 I first explored Agra a few hours from the national capital Delhi home to the iconic Taj Mahal it’s

    Reachable by train bus or budget friendly private car and there’s also a small airplan report for international and domestic flights now the good news is that India won’t empty your travel wallet once the seat of the mighty Mogul Empire The Old City boasts remarkable attractions like the Agra Fort jamama

    Mustard the grand Community mosque bulland deaza the world’s largest Gateway dive into the Lively streets of s Bazar and canar Bazar for crafts and jewelry don’t miss chart for delightful culinary experiences especially those delectable sweet meats called Peta available in countless forms colors and flavors translucent candy saffron and melon

    Delight sugary Kaboom another mustsee site is metab across the Yuma River a lush garden with flowing water through the middle is another Haiku fountains and flowers tease the hope for Paradise where the butterflies metab meaning Moon lit Garden aligns geometrically with that Ivy white mosim across the y River it offers a unique

    View of agra’s biggest jaw the incomparable Taj Mahal commissioned by Mogul Emperor Shah Jahan for his favorite wife mumas Maha it took 24 years to complete trip tips best time to travel from October to March for cooler weather ideal duration you can cover a

    Lot in 1 to two days so there you have it five great Asia Gateway destinations as I mentioned earlier I have a special gift to help Inspire your journey scan the QR code or follow the link below to get my free 100 page photo book from Tokyo to Taj Mahal and inside

    You’ll also find a seven-point travel checklist to help plan your next adventure thanks for sticking with me to the end the ancient Sufi poet roomy once wrote as you start to walk the way appears now if you want to enjoy another tale about my strange personal encounter

    With ataj Mahal nearly 30 years ago click on the next video and I’ll see you on board the air bus to Asia

    Have you travelled to Asia? Or perhaps you’ve been and are looking for other great places to visit. In this video we will look at five popular Asian adventures. One thing to note is that that while Asia is known for its antiquity, these days it also has some of the most technologically and architecturally innovative cities in the world and we’ll discuss them here.

    00:00 Five Popular Asia Destinations
    00:16 Tradition and Tech: Rising Asia
    01:04 The W.0.T?
    01:25 Tokyo
    3:44 Tokyo Trip Tips
    04:18 Singapore
    06:27 Singapore Trip Tips
    06:45 Kuaia Lumpur
    09:28 KL Trip Tips
    09:43 Bali
    11:41 Bali Trip Tips
    11:57 Agra
    14:02 Agra Trip Tips
    14:17 Free eBook access

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