Asia

Jetting off to Asia? Whether you’re planning your itinerary, seeking travel inspiration, or learning more about Asia and its countries, we’ve got you covered. Our collection of guides, articles, and rankings delve into Asia’s cuisines, beaches, hotels, customs, historical facts, and much more.

Love exploring a place through its food? So do we. Asia is not short of delicious food that tells a story, with traditions, culture, and history woven into cuisines. We’ll show you the best local dishes, the history behind significant meals, and where to eat them. You can find cosy cafes, hidden gems, and upscale eateries here, too.

As the world’s largest continent, Asia is huge. There are 48 countries, 2,300+ languages, and countless religions, making it the most diverse place on earth. There’s so much to experience, see, and be a part of – Asia is packed with once-in-a-lift-time experiences. We highlight the best things to do, from climbing Nepal’s soaring peaks to Delhi’s street food markets. Taking on the challenge of an Asian road trip? We cover the continent’s most iconic and scenic roads, such as China’s Tianmen Mountain Road.

Let’s talk accommodation. Asia, particularly Southeast Asia, is a hub of backpacker hostels. But you’ll also find sprawling family-friendly resorts, boutique hotels, wellness retreats, and many more. We’ll show a wide range of accommodation options to suit all budgets and preferences.

Flick through our wide range of travel articles, packed with inspiration. Tap into our experience, tips, and advice to help shape your perfect Asia itinerary.

Here Are The Best Bars To Meet Expats In Singapore

Singapore consistently ranks high when it comes to the best cities for expats, with an English-speaking population and a great social life. It’s a major hub for many international companies too, so you’ll meet people from all over the world here. As for the best bars to meet expats in

June 9, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here Are The Best Places to Visit in Thailand

From pristine beaches and dense rainforests of the south to glittering temples and bustling city life of the north, the diversity of Thailand is unmatched. The so-called Land of Smiles is hailed for its incredible people, mouth-watering food, and unbelievable landscapes. This leaves travellers with a predicament: with so many

April 18, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here Are The Best Places for Snorkeling in Indonesia

This sprawling archipelago of 17,000 islands is located right in the heart of the Coral Triangle. Home to 20% of the world’s coral reefs, the waters surrounding Indonesia are teeming with marine life, including over 2,000 recorded species of fish and 500 coral reef species. For the most part, the

April 18, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here Are The Sexiest Nationalities In Asia

Look, some countries are sexier than others – at least, that’s what the results of the sexiest nationality in the world is proving. But what about the sexiest nationalities in Asia? ‘Sexy’, according to the fail-safe Merriam-Webster dictionary, is classified as “generally attractive or interesting”. While beauty may

April 16, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here Are The Best Coffee Shops In Taiwan

Following a huge wave of interest in third-wave coffee, java junkies can now enjoy some of Asia’s best coffee when visiting Taiwan. And, the best part is that the coffee shops in Taiwan all infuse a unique sense of local flavour, flair and style into their coffee houses. The

April 16, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here Are The Best Coffee Shops In Malaysia

Mods Cafe is a big smile with peace signs for eyes and flowers for hair. This adorably vintage and retro cafe is hailed for its unique and quirky atmosphere. Doubling as a micro-roastery, the beans are lightly roasted over charcoal before being served fresh to you in your choice of

April 16, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here Are The Best Coffee Shops In Taipei

The coffee scene in Taipei has really been on the upswing the last few years. New and trendy coffee shops are opening up in Taipei constantly. Each new coffee shop adds their own unique and distinct brews to the growing coffee scene in Taipei. Basically, this is a city where

April 16, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here Are The Best Coffee Shops In Vietnam

Due to the fact that Vietnamese coffee is almost twice as strong in terms of caffeine, the best coffee shops in Vietnam will often cut the thick, acidic flavour with condensed milk. The famous cà phê đá, an iced coffee drink, is made this way. And, if you go

March 28, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here Are The Best Coffee Shops In Asia

A Third Wave of coffee has been sweeping over Asia in the last decade, with great coffee fast becoming the norm. You’ll now find some of the world’s best coffee in Asia, hands down. A whole range of passionate coffee enthusiasts have been redefining our expectations, educating both the consumers

March 28, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here are The Most Instagrammable Cafes In Asia

In recent years, Instagram has started to massively influence where people go on holidays, what they wear and what they eat – especially where they eat. The vast majority of us are guilty of snapping pictures of our food before we tuck in and restaurants and cafes are well aware

March 28, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here Are The Best Burgers In Asia

Want to know where to find the best burgers in Asia? We’re seriously passionate about burgers here at Big 7 Travel. We know our readers are obsessed with what’s one of the simplest yet tastiest meals in the world. After releasing our rankings for cities across the region – including

March 28, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here Are The Best Ice Cream Parlours In Asia

Whatever your flavour, whatever your style – be it simple gelato, soft serve or something loaded with toppings – we’ve rounded up the 50 best ice cream parlours in Asia. These are the true superstars of the ice cream making world. There are certain foodie treats in life that can

March 28, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here Are The Best Steaks In Asia

Nothing beats a really great steak, so we’ve been scouring Asia to find the best that the continent has to offer when it comes to meat lovers. After ranking the 50 best steaks in Europe, USA and South America, we have the the best steaks in Asia, from Singapore to

March 7, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Here Are The Best Hotels In Manila

Being such a huge bustling city that can often be hard to get around with the traffic, it’s important that you pick a fairly good hotel when staying in Manila. While there is so much choice and loads of great options we’ve picked the 7 very best the city has

January 7, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Best Burgers In Seoul

With so many fantastic food options, you can definitely add burgers in Seoul to that must-eat list. Borrowing Western burger influences and mixing in a bit of their own culture, Seoul’s burger scene is booming and creating its own identity. These are seven places you need to consider getting a

January 7, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

Best Coffee Shops In Osaka

Tokyo’s cool sister city, Osaka is full of creatives and fantastic places to eat and drink. Looking for a caffeine hit? If in doubt, be sure to check out “Orange street” or Tachibana-touri, where there’s a huge range of independent coffee shops and quirky stores to explore. As well

January 7, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

7 Things You Need To Know About Vv Puram Food Street, Bangalore

This food street (or thindi beedi – eat street – as it’s known in Kannada) is beloved in Bangalore by locals and tourists alike, and is where you’ll find some of the best eats in the city. From stickily sweet jalebis to buttery dosas, you’ll be back for here dinner

January 7, 2023 - Big 7 Travel Team

7 Things To Eat On Vv Puram Food Street In Bangalore

India is known for its fantastic street food offerings, and Bangalore has some of the very best in the country – taking inspo from a range of tastes. There’s no better spot for a street food feast than the famous VV Puram Food Street. This food street (or thindi beedi

November 24, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team

The 50 Sexiest Cities In The World Ranked

If passion, romance, and super sexy accents are all things that light your fire, then get ready to book a one-way ticket to one of the sexiest cities in the world. You don’t even have to be single to enjoy these hot spots, as there are plenty of romantic,

November 23, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team

Most Friendliest Cities In Asia

The word ‘friendly’ might not instantly come to mind when you think of some of the busiest cities in Asia, but with all those people comes a lot of good. We looked to our social audience to find out “where you would find the friendliest cities in Asia?” From how

November 14, 2022 - Big 7 Travel Team

Most Beautiful Buildings In The World

We get it, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, it’s subjective, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure etc. But some buildings are undeniably beautiful, whether that’s due to location or geometry– and that deserves recognition. We’ve taken on the herculean task of compiling the best of the