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List of 11 best destinations in Asia to travel in 2024 voted by American travel magazine CN Traveler.
Greater Asia always has much to offer, and new experiences, events and accommodation options await travelers around the world in 2024Sri Lanka is emerging like a phoenix from the economic crisis and is responding with a new food festival, wellness retreats and hiking trails through 186 miles of mountainous terrain. Mongolia is easing visa restrictions to allow more tourists to experience its vast landscapes... Below is a list of the 11 best destinations in Asia in 2024 that tourists must visit.
Chinatown in Bangkok, Thailand
With traditional noodle shops, incense-filled temples and tuk-tuks clinking through centuries-old alleys, Chinatown is one of the busiest places in Bangkok.
Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
Atop the picturesque ridges of the Kathmandu valley lie the emerging destinations of Dhulikhel and Chandragiri, full of hidden trails that are unexpected alternatives to Nepal's more strenuous trekking routes.
Kobe, Japan
Sandwiched between steep mountains and choppy seas in southwestern Japan, the port city of Kobe is always an attractive destination for international tourists.
Kochi, India
Kochi's drawings are both modern and classic. First, Kochi's 10 islands will be fully powered by solar energy by 2024. However, local festivals such as Thrissur Pooram temple festival and Kochi-Muziris Biannale maintain ancient customs that make this place a special
Mongolia
Adventurous travelers looking for thrills will always find something to love in Mongolia, especially since, in 2024, the country will be visa-free for many countries worldwide.
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Adventure tourism is taking off in the Rocky Mountains of Ras Al Khaimah (along the coast), with Jebel Jais playing host to hiking and zip-lining...
Red Sea, Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia's Red Sea has both pristine deserts and vibrant coral reefs. Both will be part of the destination's ambitious plan to develop sustainable tourism by 2024.
Singapore
Singapore's charms are timeless, but things will be taken to a new level next year when Belmond returns with the long-awaited Eastern & Oriental Express - a new journey that will take passengers from Singapore to Malaysia and return in February.
Silk Road, Uzbekistan
Samarkand is one of four cities in Uzbekistan to benefit from renewed interest in the Silk Road, with Afrosiyob, a new high-speed rail network connecting its towers and turquoise-tiled roofs to the country's capital, Tashkent. Routes to Khiva, the tourist capital of the Muslim world in 2024, will be operational next year.
Southern and Central Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's tourism industry is rising from economic turbulence amid a luxury and wellness boom, from tea-studded highlands to palm-fringed shores.
Da Nang, Vietnam
It is a modern coastal city among the world heritage sites recognized by UNESCO in the country's center: Hoi An ancient town, Hue, the ancient capital and My Son's holy land. Da Nang is one of Asia's great post-pandemic success stories. In 2023, international arrivals will exceed pre-pandemic numbers, thanks partly to new routes that make getting here easier than ever. In 2023, Vietnam Airlines reopens its famous Tokyo route, Taiwan's China Airlines begins direct flights from Taipei, and several low-cost airlines in Southeast Asia have launched flights to the city, along with many other flights being deployed. More than 150 daily flights bring eager tourists to witness the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival every June.
Son Tra Peninsula, located just 20 minutes by car from the city center, is a tourist attraction, home to a 17-storey Buddha statue and the endangered, red-shanked douc langur living in the peninsula's nature reserve. Central Vietnamese specialties, such as Quang noodles, the region's official vermicelli dish, and banh xeo, will be another feature of any travel itinerary.
Hotel and resort developers are taking notice of Da Nang's newfound popularity. On the Son Tra Peninsula, the Bill Bensley-designed InterContinental Sun Peninsula resort recently completed a massive renovation to celebrate its 10th anniversary...
