Asia Traveler Advice

Watch your step when walking around crowded streets, you might step on nasty things like spit or pee (in the corners of walls and pillars.)  The handrails found in train stations and public stairs...
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There are numerous pink urinals scattered in Manila, and as much as it is tempting to take a leak there (especially when you REALLY got to go), it's advisable to stick to the cleaner Johns in the...
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Particularly the Muslim places in Malaysia like Trengganu and Kelantan, ladies are advised to dress very conservatively, and as much as possible travel with someone.  Those places are hotspots for...
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The country imposes the death penalty for mere possession of drugs, even for the mild types and for personal amounts too! Don't risk getting caugh!
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Laotians are generally camera-shy and would usually be upset and angered of you take photos of them without permission. So if you do, do it in a way that is unnoticeable or  you may ask them kindly...
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In some parts of Laos, opium is pretty much widespread.  Almost everytime you walk the streets someone will try to sell you their drug parcels.  Probably the most disturbing is that even children...
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Don't show your money around because you might attract robbers and pickpockets. Be extra careful in markets and other crowded areas as there are plenty of pickpockets around. There are also lots of cellphone...
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Refrain from wearing short skirts and shorts when visiting a typical Bangladeshi home. It will offend the guest really. So if your planning to visit, be sure to wear a long skirt or trousers.  
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Traveling in Bhutan with young kids can be challenging, because of the long drives between destinations and the lack of entertainment in hotels, no TVs. High altitude can also have some effect on the...
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 I was with  a friend in Sri Lanka in 2008  when I've learned that its customary to take the tea being offered to you when visiting a Sri Lankan home. Its a no-no to refuse. So just take...
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Glasses and plates can be dirty in tourist buffets in India, the best if you carry some wet wipes to clean it or some alcohol. Also don't eat the food if it's cold, it might not be fresh. However if you...
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It wouldn't be a surprise to see a number of kids begging for money in and around Hampi.  Most of them aren't really poor, they're just faking to earn extra money.  If some of them sells trinkets...
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Lukang's market streets are known for selling local delicacies with exotic ingredients.  However the majority of the food aren't labeled in English and they have some wired food there. It'd be best...
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While walking around Jaipur, you may be approached by youths (sometimes on motorbikes) inviting you for some tea.  An advice is to stay away from them.  Most of these young locals may offer...
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