Asia Traveler Advice

India is a very conservative country, so female travelers are advised to follow some strict etiquette.  Always remember that touching the opposite sex in public is frowned upon, especially in the...
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If you're a woman tourist in India, never walk alone in the streets, especially the dark alleys and tourist spots, because you are making yourself a high candidate for being a victim of sex crimes. ...
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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...
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Taxis in Thailand don't usually use meters, you always have to bargain for a good price!  If you hail a cab from of a hotel front or the terminals, the drivers might charge you higher.  Try...
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Commuting in Singapore can be very costly, especially if you go around with a taxi.  If you plan to roam around for a while, ride the MRT and using a fare card (a stored-value card), which can...
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When visiting temples in Cambodia, brace yourself for some occasion that a police officer will flash his badge at you.  It cab be a terrifying experience, since you might think that you've made a...
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If you're traveling outside Taipei, pack up on the tampons!
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Always keep a pack of tissue or wipes along, most of Taiwan's public toilets have none.
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If you happen to be mall-hopping around Manila, but have forgotten to bring sanitary napkins, a few loose coins can save the day.  There are small wall-mounted vending machines that sell pads and...
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To those who dig reggae and socially influence music you might as well  head to Ayuyang. The place is one of the favorite haven of local artists in Baguio. The place is very native and the space...
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As much as Wulai's rivers can appease your craving for a little swim, be sure to get out of the water before 4-5 in the afternoon.  Late afternoon showers are quite frequent in the area, and the...
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Especially on the beaches of Sri Lanka, it is a close possibility that a leech (or more!) will cling to you.  When this happens, remain calm!  Do  not try to brush them off wildly, 'cause...
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While hopping on a cab may make your life as a commuter in Manila easier, watch out some cab drivers will not set the meter back. Meters should start 30 PHP in the city. Taking cabs in rush hours (7-10am...
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In Sri Lanka people are getting killed every year by falling coconuts.  Don't hang out beneath coconut trees at the beach!
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