Female solo traveling is a chance to reconnect with ones’ inner self, to discover hidden abilities that only surface in the midst of the unfamiliar, and to push personal limits further. A solo travel escapade in Asia could be a woman’s first stop continent. Its colorful mix of culture and history enriches a woman’s quest for that indescribable liberty. From its colorful culture and breathtaking temples to its luscious cuisines, Asia surely has a cornucopia of treats to offer to female solo travelers.
Are you an independent chick who plans on going on an epic solo adventure in Asia?  Here are twelve of the best Asian destinations perfect for female solo travelers.
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Top 12 Asian Destinations For Female Solo Travelers
1.Cambodia
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Lara Croft, the spunky heroine in the box office hit Tomb Raider, has helped uplift the spirits of women adventurers as well as accentuate the already famous beauty of Angkor Wat, Cambodia. Aside from channeling their inner Lara Croft, female solo travelers have listed Cambodia in their bucket lists to witness its abundance in history and culture.
This relatively small country definitely has a lot to offer. Dipping in the waters of Sihanoukville beach, exploring the Angkor Thom Great Wall on a traditional Angkor Gondola boat, attending Khmer food cooking classes, and learning Cambodian meditation are just a very few of what female solo travelers can do in the country that was once called the Khmer Empire.
2. Thailand
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No backpacker drops Thailand in their Asian explorations, as this nation banks so much on their tourism. Like other neighboring Southeast Asian countries, Thailand is also adorned with incredibly beautiful white sand beaches, valiant mountains, tropical climate, and flavorful cuisine.
We could go on and on in enumerating the places to see and things to do in Thailand, but our top picks for female solo travelers include: exploring the golden palaces and floating markets of Bangkok, shop till you drop in the Night Bazaar of Chiang Mai, hit the beaches in Phuket, and immersing in a cultural experience in Chiang Rai.
3.Vietnam
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If you want to learn the cultural inspiration of the ever famous musical Miss Saigon, then test your history in Vietnam. Known for its beaches, rivers, and impeccable Buddhist pagodas, Vietnam pulls your heartstring with their magnificent natural treasures and rich heritage.

If you want to revisit Vietnam’s history through its famous sites, you would instantly notice the unique variety of pre and post colonial architectural designs. Don’t miss to lay your eyes on the beauty of the ancient Po Nagar Cham Towers. You can also see hints of France through the Hanoi Opera House and Café de la Poste. Complete your list by visiting the Halong Bay and test your bargaining skills in their affordable markets.
4. Malaysia
Malaysia
When traveling in Malaysia, you can choose between the three distinctive tourism palettes: island discovery, city escapades, nature loving, cultural experiences—anything just to fit everybody’s interests and personalities.
But for female solo travelers who want to try them all, here are my recommendations. For your island and beach discoveries, you may want to soak up the sun in the islands of Sipadan, Pulau Redang, or Tioman. Kuala Lumpur’s Petronas Tower is your top choice for your city escapades. Breathe in nature’s gift in Gunung Mulu National Park, Batu Caves, or Cameron Highlands. Grab the chance to experience Malaysia’s culture through the Sarawak Cultural Village and many more!
5.Japan
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If you are willing to splurge for an Asian trip, then book a ticket to Japan right away! Great things in Japan may come with a price tag, but it sure is more than what it’s worth. The land of the rising sun also just happens to be the land of the best cherry blossoms, anime, unimaginably high technology, and countless historical temples.

To explore the modernity of Japan, Tokyo is your best bet where you can unleash the kid in you in Disneyland, or look over the expanse of the city in Tokyo Skytree, or shop at Ginza. Osaka and Kyoto are a must-see too as both possess the urbanity of Tokyo infused with Japan’s old soul. Try Kyoto’s shrine of Fushimi Inari-taisha and the historic site of Arashiyama. To cap your wanderings, visit the Osaka castle.
6. Laos
Laos
As a woman traveling solo, sometimes you just want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the corporate food chain or the stress from work. If you are searching for zen with cultural integration, then Laos is the place to be.
You may want to observe the country’s most popular monastery which was built in the 1500s—Wat Xieng Tong. You can also get a fair share of adventure in the eco-friendly Bokeo Nature Reserve Wilderness. Trekking and hiking which is a way of community immersion can also be enjoyed in either Phongsali or Luang Prabang.
7. Myanmar
Myanmar
Clad in the beauty of its yesteryears, Myanmar—also known as Burma—is the best place to experience a non-commercialized culture. Although it seems pretty isolated since it can only be accessed through planes, female solo travelers can use this as an advantage to gain a more personal adventure.

No one should miss the photogenic and breathtaking ancient cities of Bagan and Mrauk-U. And sside from sightseeing, you can also swim in the premier beach of Ngapali, explore the maze of Bogyoke Aung San market, or trek and meet locals in the hill town of Kalaw.

8. China
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It is impossible for anyone to miss one of the world’s biggest and most populous countries in their bucket list—the outerspace can’t even help but notice its mark on the globe. The expanse of the dragon kingdom of China is so big it is so hard to choose where to start.
But as any travel guide books would recommend, it is essential to visit its famous sites like The Forbidden City, Great Wall, and the Temple of Heaven. Complete your China escapade by cruising the Yangtze river, marvel at the Yuanyang Rice Terraces, or traverse Mt. Huangshan.
9.South Korea
South Korea
The land of “Gangnam Style” and KPop has more to offer than their hugely followed entertainment industry. Behind the glitz and glam of the billion-time viewed music videos, lies a deeply rooted culture and inculcated history.
Historical sites like Gyeongbokgung and Jongmyo are good starters, but you might also want to explore the city hubs of Seoul and Busan. Spend your afternoon for a good bargain at the timeless market of Gwangjang. Travel the gastronomic journey of Korea through its Night Food Tour. Lastly, cap the trip with a whole new level adventure in Jeju island.
10.Indonesia
A sprawl of beautiful islands across the Southeast Asian region, Indonesia’s countless volcanic islands translate to its unique and countless tourism treasures, making it an irresistible destination for female solo travelers.
Relish the breathtaking view of Arjuna-Welirang volcanoes, observe the solemnity of Java’s mysterious temple Candi Sukuh, or gasp in awe at the boat houses of Tana Toraja. But, if you want to get a natural tan at their world class beaches, then stop by Bali.
11. Singapore
Singapore is a melting pot of several Asian cultures—Chinese, Malay, Indians, even Philippines. So if you want to just choose one among all Asian countries, Singapore is your great go-to.
Female solo travelers can be assured of almost a hundred percent safety in this country because the crime rate is just incredibly low. You can easily navigate from its shopping hub in Orchard, to the majestic man-made creation of Marina Bay Sands; to the cultural districts of Little Arab, Little India, and Chinatown.
12. Philippine
Philipine
Another magnificent archipelago in Southeast Asia, Philippines can win any tourists hearts because of its incredibly hospitable and optimistic people.
Of course, there are plenty of awesome things female solo travelers can do in the Philippines. Surf in Siargao, dive in the Tubbataha Reef, marvel at the sight of the Chocolate Hills in Bohol, or walk through time along the historic streets of Vigan. A travel guide could not even cover the massive amount of adventures you can have.

With its incredibly diverse culture, surreal scenery and wealth in attractions, female solo traveler can surely experience more than what they expect in Asia.
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Almost every place of natural beauty in Viet Nam has a stream called the Fairy Stream, which seems to offer the best views of nature.


In Mui Ne (in the central Binh Thuan Province) too, there's a small stream in the middle of the sunny sand dunes of Rom Island, which is called the Fairy Stream. Unfortunately, this stream used to be forgotten in the tours organised to visit Mui Ne. Even tourists who had visited Mui Ne several times did not know about the existence of this unique stream.


"At dawn, a pure mist lingers on tiny wild yellow flowers, when violet hyacinth stems are hesitating to bloom. With birds chirping overhead, I saw the showy plumage of a kingfisher and wondered whether he was lost in the fairyland," Daniel Coyle, a 32-year-old American tourist, said.


Indeed, unlike other streams in the country, the Fairy Stream has a red-orange colour due to its sand.


It may be called a stream, but it is actually a small water fissure next to Rom Island, hidden behind a sand hill. Not many people know about it. To find it, you have to come to Huynh Thuc Khang Street (in Mui Ne Ward, Phan Thiet City) and then ask the way to the stream.


The Fairy Stream does not have a strong flow, but has a gentle drift, with a depth that does not reach above your knees. Therefore, tourists often take off their shoes, and walk barefoot in the stream's bed that has an orange glitter, to feel the cool water under the intense sun. The underwater powdery white sand, coupled with the gentle and cool lapping water, gives a unique feeling in the ‘desert' landscape.
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Admiring ‘ancient temples'
After the first 300m, the scene is like a fairyland. There are sand pillars created by the water – masterpieces of Mother Nature – that have strange forms or huge reliefs, which change with the flow. Thus, even if you have visited the Fairy Stream before, every future visit will still feel like it is the first.


After wading through the glittering orange stream for a few hundred metres, many people will be stunned to see a natural masterpiece shaped by blocks of sand on the banks of the stream. It looks like an ancient Roman temple or a gigantic mushroom, with tall columns of sand standing in silence to welcome visitors from afar. Visitors feel as if they are discovering temples and palaces forgotten for centuries.

The sand here is very unique, looking sometimes white and sometimes yellow, and then turning red with the water flow. More tourists come to the stream at sunrise.

"You will be amazed when you see interesting sand shapes as you move further. I discovered that the water flows into the cliffs and erodes sand blocks to create strange shapes that constantly change," Jennifer Howard, an Australian tourist, said.
You can climb up the sand dunes to enjoy the view of the magnificent sand castle from above, against the background of the orange-coloured land and green coconut trees. Rain and wind erode the sand to create various shapes that look like sparkling castles. Visitors take hundreds of photos from all angles without being bored. Children carry shovels and plastic buckets to build sand castles in the middle of the stream's bed, as the sand here is as soft as the beach sand in Mui Ne.
Sand cliff

The white clouds seem to expand the blue sky and cool the intense sunlight as we stroll along the cool stream on bare feet. A large number of visitors from the US, Australia, South Korea and Japan, as well as China enjoy exploring this beautiful and dreamy stream.


Near the end of the stream is a large garden with green trees where visitors can enjoy the sweet coconut milk of Mui Ne, while swinging in hammocks to admire the birds or enjoying a fish foot massage. Deep inside a passage that is about 1.5m or 1.8m long are coconut trees bending across the stream, creating a spectacular view. At the end of the stream, there is a small waterfall. You can also exit from the way you entered, but that place looks rather unfamiliar.

Blessed by Mother Nature, the Fairy Stream attracts visitors throughout the year. They can immerse themselves in the pure unspoiled beauty as people's footprints are swept away by the flow. While it takes only about an hour to explore the stream, many visitors spend their whole day here. After wading through the stream and admiring the view, you can visit the farm near the stream to enjoy ostrich rides.

With the Fairy Stream, Phan Thiet seems like a brand new destination that intrigues both foreign and local visitors

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Nearly 500 Vietnamese, Laotian and Cambodian government officials, business executives and tourism experts will take part in an international workshop in Phan Thiet city this week.
Participants will analyse and evaluate the possibility and potential of linking tourism products offered along Viet Nam's central coastal, south-eastern, and Central Highlands regions with those in the southern Laos and north-western Cambodia.
The workshop on September 11-12 will also seek initiatives, opinions and measures for promoting such linkages.
It will serve as a forum for business exchanges and networking for local and foreign organisations, investors, tourism companies, officials in tourism ministries and other agencies, and city and provincial leaders.
An exhibition titled "Three countries-One destination" featuring documentary films, photos and printed publications will be held at the Sealinks Beach Hotel on September 11.
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After the workshop, an investment promotion conference will be held to attract investors to Binh Thuan Province, home to Phan Thiet.

The workshop will be organised by the Binh Thuan Province People's Committee, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and the Coordination Board of the Central Coastal Region.
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Business Insider, a leading US business and entertainment website, has put Vietnam’s Con Dao islands as one of top 25 remote islands tourists should visit in their lifetime.


“It’s hard to relax when you’re surrounded by thousands of other tourists." Business insider's introduction to Con Dao recommends "instead of visiting a well-known island, try something a little more remote”.
According to the website, the Con Dao islands are isolated from the mainland and loved for their 16 mountain islets. It makes the perfect location for great hiking trails and at the same time its beaches provide magnificent coral reef diving.
There are 16 islands including various islets in the Con Dao Archipelago; of which the largest island is known as Côn Sơn.
The majority of the permanent inhabitants of the Con Dao islands make a living by fishing locally and farming the land.
Other islands that are perfect for the peace seeking traveller and also make it to into the top 25 remote islands to explore are: Easter Island of Chile, Ulleungdo of the Republic of Korea, San Juan Islands of the US, Solomon Islands of Papua New Guinea, Los Rogues of Venezuela, Orkney Islands of Scotland, the 64 Penghu Islands of Taiwan, Rock Islands of Palau, Devil’s Island of France, Flores island of Portugal, Lord Howe Island of Australia, and Koh Phayam of Thailand.
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If you like to enjoy putting your foot print  on the beach , get yourself in the clear blue waters, immerse the nature so why not make a plan travelling to Binh Lap sea
It is also considered as Vietnam Maldives  with white sand  and beautiful coral reefs . very cheap  local foood is also one of the reasons why Binh Lap attract tourist
How to go to Binh Lap?
Binh Lap is  a small village located in Cam Lap Commune, Cam Ranh District.
Binh Lap is 90km from Nha Trang and 35km from the Cam Ranh Airport. From the Ba Ngoi Wharf in Nha Trang, it used to take two hours to get to Binh Lap Village, which overlooks the sea from a comfortable height. However, in recent years, it can be accessed by motorbikes via a newly-built road that skirts around the Nui Chua Mountain. This is a good way to enjoy the unfolding landscape of the sky, sea and mountain.
What to do in Binh Lap?
Binh Lap is a new place  beside swimming ii a pretty quiet place , it is  alo suitable for young people looking for privacy .
Some places you can go:

Tau Be Village ,the largest population in  Binh Lap . The main occupation of the people here is fishing. You can buy cheap delicious seafood  here
Lao Beach , a beautiful and unspoiled beaches . Lao ‘s soft  waves all year round  fresh clear blue water  can be seen through the bottom .
Ngang Beach
There is a beautiful resort  near the sea side
Food in Binh Lap
Sea food in Binh Lap is very cheap .However, It is not  as popular as Binh Ba
In the morning, going along  streets there are lots of   vendors selling local food  only 10.000 vnd up
Where to stay
Yen Resort ( Ngoc Suong Resort ) , this place is the setting of many famous film
There are also some other small motels or resorts with quite good price such  as Binh Chau , Hai Teo,   (Hoa Vang) Golden Flower Island resort cost about 1.500.000 vnd a night
For your reference
 Contact: 0905.1666.29 ( Mr .Chau ) or 090 991 78 81 for reservations.
Binh Hung is pretty wild so you go Binh Ba first  then hire a boat to pass through Binh Lap .
Remember to pass by Cam Ranh eat chicken  at 2 restaurants Hang Chau and Hao Hao before leaving
Foreigners can be on island
The Villa also allows travelers to set up their own tents on the beach but should pay a fee of VND50,000 each.
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The Ho Chi Minh City Tourism Department Tuesday launched a boat tour of the Nhieu Loc – Thi Nghe Canal in and around the downtown area.
The three-hour tour, offered by the Saigon Boat Company, covers a total distance of 4.5 km (2.8 miles) and takes visitors from a pier near Thi Nghe Bridge to Le Van Sy Bridge and back.
Thi Nghe Bridge is situated near Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens at 2 Nguyen Binh Khiem Street in District 1. Le Van Sy Bridge is located near Nguyen Van Troi Market on Le Van Sy Street in District 3.
The tourist boats also dock by a boat to see performances of don ca tai tu, a traditional southern music genre, and modern music.
Tourists also learn about the history of the city, especially the canals.
Tickets cost VND220,000 per person for row boats with six passengers, and VND110,000 for cruise boats with a capacity of 20. The former boats are rowed by Vietnamese women in ao dai, the traditional tunic.
A snack is served during the 4.5-kilometer trip through districts 1, 3, Binh Thanh and Phu Nhuan.
Tickets are sold at the two terminals near Thi Nghe Bridge and Le Van Sy Bridge
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Cruise boats traveling along the Nhieu Loc - Thi Nghe Canal in a new tour launched on September 1, 2015
Nguyen Thi Hong, the city deputy mayor, hailed the canal tour as an effort to improve tourism products to attract locals and foreigners.
“This is a new model that the city's government should expand, based on privatizing the service. The city will also invest in improving destinations along the canals. The main aim is to give the city’s tourism a facelift.”
The Nhieu Loc – Thi Nghe Canal runs for around eight kilometers through seven districts.
After years of being badly polluted, it was cleaned up last year through a World Bank-funded city renovation project.
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Phu Yen is a wonderful coastal province in the South Central Coast of Vietnam and best-known for its incredibly beautiful white-sand beaches and bays, along with natural masterpieces.
Phu Yen is famous for Da Dia reef, Dai Lanh lighthouse and Xuan Dai bay. I have visited there several times to enjoy its pristine beauty and always want to come back.




Da Dia reef is considered a natural masterpiece of not only Phu Yen province but also Vietnam and the world. There are thousands of pictures taken there, making Da Dia reef more famous. Xuan Dai bay attracts tourists by numerous beautiful sand beaches and colorful boats in Xuan Hai fishing village.


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Vietnam Railways yesterday announced that they would implement an online rail ticket selling system from September 1
Passengers will access  www.vetau.com.vn , www.dsvn.vn or www.vietnamerailway.vn to book, make payment and print tickets themselves.

They can print invoices after typing ticket code and sufficient information as required at www.hoadon.vantaiduongsathanoi.vn for stations in the northern region and www.hoadon.vantaisaigon.vn for those from Da Nang city to the south.

If passengers want to make payment at railway stations, they will book tickets on www.dsvn.vn, click post-payment icon and come to the stations to receive tickets.

Passengers should provide personal information exactly and keep ticket details secret to guard against malefactors, the railway industry advised.

In the first half of September, it will halt rail ticket payment at post offices, transaction offices of Vietnam International Bank (VIB), and via Internet banking and ATM transfer to ensure the new system operate stably.

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Hue is famous for its royal relics and also for its romantic scenery. The Huong (Perfume) river and Ngu mountain typify Hue’s romanticism.
Hue people say it is the Huong (Perfume) river that makes Hue beautiful and romantic. The 80-km river begins in the Truong Son range, zigzags through the mountains, crosses Hue city, and flows through the Tam Giang lagoon emptying into the Thuan An estuary.

lagoon Tam Giang

The river was called Linh Giang, Thien Tra, Dai Giang, Huong Tra, Lo Dung, Dinh, and Yen Luc before it was named the Huong (Perfume) river.

Hue researcher Phan Thuan An said, “There have been different theories about the origin of the name Huong river. I lean toward the name Huong Tra, the name of a local district because a river often bears the name of an area that it runs through. Previously, Phu Xuan-Hue belonged to the Huong Tra district, so I think they named the river after the district. They might have called it Huong Tra and later shortened it to Huong”.

There’s another theory that the river owes its name to the fact that it flows through many forests of aromatic plants before reaching Hue, bringing with it a fresh aroma.

The river flows through a series of scenic spots, taking visitors traveling by boat to every corner of the ancient citadel. Tourists visit Da Vien, Phu Xuan, and Truong Tien bridge, the Tomb of Minh Mang, Hon Chen Shrine, Thien Mu Pagoda, and finally to go for a swim and enjoy seafood at Thuan An beach. Upstream, at the Tomb of Thien Tho, the sound of rustling pine trees may inspire you to create poem!
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When night comes, the surface of the river glistens the moonlight, and only the songs of the boat rowers breaks the silence. Possibly the most popular attraction in this romantic city, a boat ride on the Huong river is included in most Hue city tours or day trips.

Ngu Binh Mountain is another gift of nature, that teams up with the Huong river as a symbol of Hue. People often call Hue- the Huong River- Ngu Binh Mountain area. Ngu Binh Mountain, also known as Ngu Mountain, Hon Mo, or Bang mountain stands 105 meters high on the right bank of the Huong river. It is about 4 kilometers south of Hue city. Ngu Binh is flanked by two smaller mountains: Ta Phu Son and Huu Bat Son.


The mountains are covered with pine forests which are green all year round. Many tourists come here to enjoy the spectacular scenery.
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