Thailand lies at the heart of Southeast Asia and is the most popular destination in the region. It has world class beaches, many five star hotels and resorts, lots to see and do as well as a relaxed and friendly population. Surrounding the kingdom of Thailand and connected by the Mekong River are Laos, Cambodia and Myanmar. Laos is still locked in time, but slowly opening up to tourism. The former royal capital of Laos, Luang Prabang, a UNESCO site, is among the most magical places in Asia. Cambodia is in a similar condition, its main tourist attraction is the impressive temple complex of Angkor, but some very good seaside destinations have recently been developed. Myanmar is a military dictatorship open to the adventurous traveler, it has the potential to become an amazing destination if the military government is ever broken. Its ancient Buddist cities like Pagan and Mandalay is well worth a visit.

Malaysia and Indonesia are both fascinating blends of several ethnicities. Their relative lack of tourism makes them great places to explore. Natural wonders like rainforests, volcanoes and exotic wildlife await more adventurous travelers. Indonesia is the largest archipelagos country in the world, with more than 18,000 islands. Vietnam has now opened up for international tourists, and is rapidly becoming a popular destination in Southeast Asia. It has many attractions, among these the well preserved ancient trading port of Hoi An. Singapore is a clean and orderly island-city state. Among its attractions are the colorful ethnic districts of Chinatown, Little India and Kampong Glam.