FOR exotic getaways The world has many destinations, and the truth is that Asia concentrates a good number of them. Why? Maybe because exotic is the opposite of familiar, and for that we must leave Europe or America behind.
So, today we focus on the most beautiful islands in Asia that you must visit.
The Maldives
Our list of Exotic Getaways: The Most Beautiful Islands in Asia You Must Visit, begins with the Maldives, which year after year are always among the most beautiful and visited islands in the world.
The Maldives are actually an archipelago that has around 1200 islands located in the Indian OceanThey are islands surrounded by crystal-clear, calm waters, with coral reefs, and those luxurious villas like pearl necklaces that we all see on the networks.
Each of the resorts here occupies its own island, so the experience is at its best, extremely exclusive and serene. One of the most beautiful is the Baa Atoll, of around 70 islands, declared by UNESCO Biosphere Reserve for its mangroves, ringed corals and diversity of flora and fauna.
If you like to do diving or snorkeling This is the best destination of all. Baa is located in the west of the Maldives atoll complex. Only 13 are inhabited, no more than 11 thousand people.
Palawan, Philippines
The Philippines is a great destination when it comes to sea, islands, sun and nature. Its nature is amazing, and there is a reason why many people in the tourism world call it, "the final frontier."
Palawan is one of the island provinces of the Philippines, whose capital is Puerto Princesa, and is the largest island in the country. They are surrounded by the South China Sea and the Sulu Sea and are considered the cradle of Philippine civilization since the bones of the so-called Tabon Man, 22 years old, were found here.
We already know that the Spanish occupied the Philippines for a long time, and after a war between Spain and the United States, the Spanish lost many of their colonies, including the Philippines. A war would then ensue between the Filipinos and the Americans, which the former would lose.
Today it is a country with poverty and economic problems, but it receives a lot of tourism for the treasures that nature has given to Palawan and other Philippine destinations: cliffs, turquoise waters, lots of marine life.
A good destination in Palawan is El Nido, With the Nacpan beach about an hour away, four kilometers of soft sand and coconut palms, but for lovers of diving that searches for wonders it is Coron, with Japanese ships sunk during World War II, o Puerto Princesa and its underground river, site World Heritage, with its magnificent cave system.
Ishigaki, Okinawa
The islands of Okinawa, 160, in Japan They are a wonderful tropical destination. They also have their own culture, different from the rest of the Japanese islands. This is understandable if we know that for many centuries they paid tribute to the Chinese, being an independent kingdom, until the Japanese occupied it.
Okinawa had a really bad time during the Pacific War because the Americans deployed their troops, occupying each island one by one. The fighting was tremendous and even today, with American bases there, the relationship is not very good.
Sun, turquoise sea and islands for all tastes. I have personally been to Okinawa, the main island, and to Miyajima, just a few minutes' flight from there. Ishikagi I went on my second trip to Okinawa.
The truth is that not all Onkinawan islands have an airport, but Miyajima and Ishigaki do. Ishigaki It is surrounded by crystal-clear waters, white sand beaches, and coral reefs. They are fantastic landscapes for outdoor activities.
One of the most beautiful and picturesque beaches from Okinawa is on this island: YoneharaThere is a staircase dug into the coral that you can climb, and from there you have the best views of the entire island and the sea.
Furthermore, the Iriomote-Ishigaki National Park It is a dense subtropical forest with beautiful waterfalls.
Koh Rong, Cambodia
In our article on Exotic Getaways: The Best Islands in Asia You Should Visit, it is the turn of a destination in Cambodia, fantastic country for lovers of sun and nature. The best destination here is the Koh Rong Island.
Why? Well you can swimming in the plankton lagoon, that which is bioluminescent and everything around you shines because the plankton reacts to the movement of our body. Something like swimming among the stars.
Koh Rong It is the second largest island in Cambodia, with around 20 beaches to explore, sunbathe, do water sports, hike through the jungle or snorkel.
Bali, Indonesia
It must be the most popular and visited island in Indonesia, because you surf like the gods, has a rich culture and phenomenal nature.
Bali is land of rice terraces, waterfalls, friendly dolphins in the sea, whales or even Hinduism itself. There are many cultural activities on offer, if you like the idea of a spirituality that is a bit mass-mediated.
Of course, most of the beaches in Bali are rocky, although they are great for surfing. If you are looking to swim, there is definitely the Lovina beach, here are the dolphins!
Phu Quoc, Vietnam
Vietnam has islands and one of the most beautiful is Phu Quoc. It creates the perfect postcard image of what one expects from an exotic island: beaches with soft white sand, turquoise waters, tall palm trees that move with the breeze, trails that go deep into the jungle and even some amusement parks and water parks, a cable car and much more.
Watching the sunset from Long Beach is priceless.
Phuket, Thailand
It is an island and is only connected by a bridge to Phang Nga, a neighbouring province. It is the largest island, is in the Andaman Sea, and it has many mountains The highest peak being Mai Tha Sip Song, 1 metres above sea level.
Phuket has jungles everywhere, but the western coast is decorated with sandy beaches. The most important beach is Patong, where tourism is concentrated, although it has other popular beaches: Patong, Karon, Kata, Bang Tao, Nai Harn…
Let us remember the tsunami that devastated Phuket in December 2004. It devastated the island, although fortunately it has recovered and the palm and rubber forests have been reborn.
Keep in mind that April and May are super super hot, with average temperatures of 40ºC.