More Hubs

Here are my hubs from the beginning of September:

I start in China with Shantou, a special economic zone near Hong Kong. Shanghai's hippest district is The French Concession District. Over in Taiwan, Taipei's suburbs offer just as much to do as the city center. Finally, I give props to the best unknown destinations in China.

I haven't written any hubs about Tokyo, which is probably an oversight on my part, considering that Tokyo is Asia's biggest city. I start in glitzy Ginza, before heading downtown. I end my first batch of many Tokyo related hubs with an overview of Ueno, Tokyo's Old Quarter.

Bangkok is one of my favorite cities, so I've got 3 recommendations for off-beat activities.

Then, I dispense with some travel advice about how to stay connected abroad.

I end with a regional synopsis of Southeast Asia: The best beaches and the best unknown destinations.

Also, Remember to check out my work on Hidden Travel Gems.

New Posts: Philippines

Some of the lesser known spots in the Philippines are worth exploring: Davao, on the island of Mindanao and Luzon's Vigan.

Some spots are well known: Makati City and Cebu.

Mountains offer cooler climates especially in the tropics. Baguio in the Philippines and Bogor in Indonesia are two such places.

Finally, I cover Bacolod, Philippines. More soon.

Jakarta

Indonesia's metropolis has 5 districts to visit. I cover three at hubpages: North, South, and Central.

China: Lhasa and Tianjin

What's New?

China's Silk Road ends in Quanzhou, while Shenzhen is a new type of commercial center. While Zhuhai isn't quite as large as Shenzhen, it boasts a similar economy.

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Ha Long Bay is one of the most visited places in Vietnam. The rocky islands are postcard pictures waiting to happen. Laos has islands too. 4000 of them.

Kunming is part of China's economic might.

If it is adventure you seek, try going overland between Cambodia and Thailand.

Singapore is expensive, but cheaper if you know where to stay.

Finally, visiting Korea's DMZ is a chance to see one of the most tense and interesting places on the planet.

New Hubs

More about Viet Nam on Hubpages:

Saigon's Ben Thanh Circle is a great place to spend a day. Getting around HCMC can be tough, unless you know what you're doing.

An interlude in Indonesia: West Jakarta. Then , more about Viet Nam.

Can Tho is a city in the Mekong Delta while Phu Quoc lies of the delta's coast. Finally, Mui Ne provides a nice resort experience near Ho Chi Minh City.

More VN

Ho Chi Minh City is where all things urban can be found. Shopping and museums vie for visitors attention, as does the city's marvelous street food.