"ASIA: The Continent of Wonder" Asia by richiecdisc

Asia Travel Guide: 302,692 reviews and 656,836 photos

I would like to preface this Asia overview by setting the record straight. I think some have gotten the idea that I do not like Asia and particularly Singapore. That is so far from the truth and a close read of any of my Asian pages will show this. I think what is hard for some to understand is that your first time there, it is a hard thing to adjust to. There is so much that is different from the western world that it’s almost overwhelming and this can make the traveler apprehensive at first and later tired, from the constant need to adjust. But after you accept things as they are rather than try and fit things into your expectations, Asia becomes a big playground with so much to see, do, smell, and taste. And great value too. In fact, I’d say that Asia as a continent is perhaps the best travel destination in the world for the money. With an amazing variety of cultures, fascinating cities, delectable cuisines and incredible natural beauty, Asia has it all. And I love it.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Too much to see and do
Cons:Too many people
In a nutshell:Everything you've ever dreamed of all wrapped up in one

Last visit to Asia: Sep 1996
Intro Written Sep 11, 2002
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Reviews (19)

Fantastic market places. Things to Do (10)

Buy produce and be transported in time. more travel advice

Mount Everest. Things to Do (10)

The highest point on earth. more travel advice

Singapore. Things to Do (10)

Amazing city full of life and offering a taste of many different asian cultures all in one compact area. more travel advice

Jungle trekking. Things to Do (10)

Visit tribal villages via jungle trekking on foot and elephant. more travel advice

Comments (96)

Bwana_Brown May 22, 2006 at 1:55 PM Report Abuse

This is a nice 'whirlwind' tour of your views on a ton of places that you visited there in the 'old' days!! To have been that close to Everest is amazing - and hard work too! But Richie, I can't believe that even the Taj Mahal left you speechless!
we2364 Sep 28, 2004 at 10:05 PM Report Abuse

Yes, caring, reliable, united, humanistic, Asia has all to extend the life of human beings. And just by occasion, i found you are the original copy of VT display image. Awesome!!!
xaver Nov 7, 2003 at 11:25 PM Report Abuse

yes...far and need time to enjoy, but once you start, you keep going and going!
demonia Apr 23, 2003 at 10:51 PM Report Abuse

Relaunch victim page and still a great page!
Mike25 Mar 8, 2003 at 3:01 AM Report Abuse

Thanks for the clarification. Not many comprehend the woes for first time travelers.
SooBrand Jul 24, 2002 at 10:20 AM Report Abuse

Top tips on how to cope with Asia
matcrazy1 Jun 22, 2002 at 2:24 PM Report Abuse

Great overview! Everest trek,cheap accommodations,Goa-fantast
undermysky Jun 12, 2002 at 6:18 AM Report Abuse

splendiferous - wondersome conundrum this realm
dedeckerm. Jun 3, 2002 at 4:35 AM Report Abuse

Excellent page Richie !
soncnica May 13, 2002 at 2:18 AM Report Abuse

Might be heading via Asia soon :))