Asia Traveler Advice

JmNatividad03

Having a tropical climate, Thailand tourists are candidates for diseases like malaria and dengue fever, especially at the rural borders.  Do remember to bring along some mosquito repellent, or mosquito...Read full tip...

JmNatividad03

When traveling to Kazakhstan, you should stock up on medicine because you would hardly find a place to buy them if ever you get sick there.  Also, bring along some extra warm clothes as it can get...Read full tip...

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When visiting the rural areas, keep an insect repellant handy to prevent those irritating disease-causing mosquito bites.. Read full tip...

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Do remember that because of India's nature of food and culture, everyone who visits there is a candidate for getting sick.  Diarrhea is a number one enemy there.  Avoid drinking tap water, rather...Read full tip...

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Tap water in Japan is generally clean, so you shouldn't really worry about getting stomach upsets.  The restaurants also offer a cup of tea or a glass of water to customers for free.. Read full tip...

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While Taiwan's doctors are of high standards, the medical care can be very costly.  What you can do is to get travel insurance which can cover the medical expenses you might have while you're in...Read full tip...

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Malaysia's public washrooms ("tandas awam" in the local language) are generally clean and safe to use. Just equip yourself with sanitary wipes, alcohol and tissue paper if you are extra hygienic...Read full tip...

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Tap water in Malaysia is generally safe to drink, though if you have issues with that, you can buy bottled water in shops and supermarkets.. Read full tip...

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You may be busy packing your swimsuits and other beach stuff when getting to the Maldives but never forget your mosquito repellent spray to bring with you. Some of the islands in Maldives do have problems...Read full tip...

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You may want to eat a lot of yogurt (known as "curd") in India to help your stomach adjust to the local cuisine.  Since ancient times, this dairy product has been known to aide in digestion.  You...Read full tip...

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Street food is ever-present in India.  Here's are two easy tips on where you may want to buy street food: 1. Observe the place where the street food vendors are.  If the area is clean and...Read full tip...