Because of its climate and celebratory atmosphere, January is regarded as the greatest month for tourism in Asia. This is literally the finest weather month in most popular tourist locations, including Bangkok, Singapore, and Goa. The 5 finest places to consider for an Asia vacation in January are listed below, and several of them are easily combined because they are close neighbours.
Those who are fortunate enough to remain for at least two weeks should definitely visit more than one nation. From practically anyplace, you can get a cheap ticket to Hong Kong, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, or Singapore, and then book a cheap trip from there to almost anywhere else.
1. Phuket, Thailand
It is simple to move about Phuket, Thailand, thanks to a new 12-lane highway and an updated airport. Phuket is Thailand's most popular party destination. Phuket's main features include its superb seafood, pleasant weather, and nice people. The jewel of Andaman provides lovely white-sand beaches, and you don't have to pay to access them.
This month, Phuket is largely populated by Europeans and a few Australians, with groups of guys concentrating on the Patong Beach nightlife. Families are typically more at ease on Kata or Karon Beach, which are located just to the south of Patong. The overall value is excellent, although beachside hotels and most tourist eateries are pricey.
In January,
Good 3-star hotels start around $30 for two people.
Good 4-star hotels start at $66 for two persons.
Hostel dorm beds start at $15 per person.
2. Goa, India
As you can see above, the January weather in Goa is nearly ideal for a beach vacation. There will be beautifully warm days and moderate evenings, with practically no chance of rain. Of all, January is also the busiest month here, so you'll be in good company.
Goa is a state, not a city, and there are approximately a dozen various beach regions to select from. Some are well-known for their beach parties and electronic music, while others are more suited to families. Choosing your actual neighbourhood is critical, but once there, almost everything is very inexpensive.
In January, good 3-star hotels start at $31 for two persons.
In January, good 4-star hotels start at $66 for two persons.
In January, hostel dorm beds start at $5 per person.
3. Tainan, Taiwan
Tainan has traditionally been under the shadow of Taipei and Taichung, but as Taiwan's oldest city and the country's cultural centre, it's becoming a destination for intrepid tourists. While hip food outlets dot the historic alleys and night markets provide regional specialities, visiting Tainan in January means participating in the Yanshui Beehive Firecracker Festival. Following a day of festivities, people don helmets and cover their bodies from head to toe as pyrotechnics are launched out of towers to simulate a swarm of bees.
In January, good 3-star hotels start at $58 for two persons.
In January, good 4-star hotels start at $73 for two persons.
In January, hostel dorm beds start at $17 per person.
4. Laos, Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang, another town in the area where January evening temps are really pleasantly chilly, is the finest destination to cross Laos off your list. It's a nice town with the fantastically low pricing on most everything, and the slower pace in comparison to most other Asian towns is also extremely pleasant.
Some visitors arrive by the famed slow boat, which takes two days from the Thai border, which is an intriguing experience in and of itself. If you don't want to fly, you can take a bus from Vientiane.
In January, good 3-star hotels start at $43 for two persons.
In January, good 4-star hotels start at $86 for two persons.
In January, hostel dorm beds start at $9 per person.
5. Kuala Lumpur
Not only is Kuala Lumpur hot and humid every day of the year, but it also receives a significant amount of rain every month. But don't let it prevent you from visiting what is perhaps Asia's most intriguing city. It's designed to withstand the heat as well as the sudden downpours that can occur a few afternoons each week. Indeed, much of the downtown area is accessible via elevated and air-conditioned walkways that provide shade from the heat or rain.
The city has a fairly modern blend of Malay, Chinese, and Indian influences, and because English is one of the official languages, it is simpler to visit than the majority of the other cities on this list.
Good 3-star hotels in January from $43 for two people
Good 4-star hotels in January from $58 for two people
Hostel dorm beds in January from $8 per person
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