3 Asian Destinations Worth Traveling to in 2020— and Beyond!

With more flight promos, cheaper accommodation options, and an increasing number of attractions to visit taking the travel industry by storm, it’s safe to say that 2020 is full of opportunities to explore the world. From Asia’s culturally-immersive destinations to South America’s wondrous heritage-lined destinations, the average traveller has a list of available destination options that only grows year after year. 

Regardless of whether you’re travelling to enjoy the world, learn more about yourself, or discover more cultures, 2020 is the perfect year to start travelling more often. Asia, in particular, has become a travel hotspot because of the hundreds of different tourist spots that it holds for all types of travellers of various backgrounds, preferences, budgets, and expectations! 

Asian destination ideas anyone who loves travel should visit in 2020

If you’ve been meaning to indulge your inner wanderer more this year, here are a few Asian destination ideas worth considering: 

Arigatou Gozaimasu!: Japan

One of the most telling signs that Japan is the perfect place to head over to if you’re looking for the trip of a lifetime is that its broken its astoundingly-formidable tourism records for the past few years in a row. 

With the 2020 Olympics all set and ready to take place from late July to early August, Japan is expected to present its best self (as if its sans-Olympics state wasn’t amazing enough!) all-year-round for its expected influx of tourists and international delegates. Aside from the fact that it’s slated to hold the best Olympics yet, Japan has also established itself as a must-visit destination because of its ability to cater to any consumer’s preferences. Whether you love shopping, cultural experiences, or heritage landmarks, Japan will satisfy your travel desires!

Namaste!: India

Best known for its flavour-rich cuisine, top tourism sites, the Taj Mahal, diverse wildlife, and the world-famous Holi Festival, India has been earning the favour of travellers around the world simply because there is so much to do within a budget! 

As one of the most culturally-diverse and experience-rich tourist destinations in the world, India has established itself as the prime destination for anyone that desires to experience millenniums of history in Western Asia. If you’re a traveller that’s looking to head over to somewhere unique, “Instagram-worthy”, and just plain exciting, then India’s where you should set your sights.

Annyeonghaseyo!: South Korea

Thanks to the worldwide boom of the K-Pop industry and growing interest in K-Drama, more and more travellers are setting their sights on South Korea. If the country is piquing your interest, you’ll be glad to know that this year, South Korea is especially attractive as its government is slated to roll out more tourism efforts!

From the food markets in Gwangjang to the highly-metropolitan streets of Gangnam, South Korea is packed with all sorts of experiences and attractions that first-timers and regular visitors alike can enjoy. It is advisable, however, that you do some more research on what time of the year is perfect based on your preferences and cold tolerance as South Korea’s winters are especially notorious for those that can’t handle lower temperatures! 

Final words

With the global travel industry growing even more accessible to every person that dreams of exploring the world, travellers nowadays can enjoy a wide array of destination options that can cater to their inner traveller. Should you find that your travelling scrapbook is in need of more exciting destinations, start off the new decade with a trip to any of the aforementioned Asian destinations mentioned on this list! 

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