https://blog.tejasjog.in/categories/travel/asia/Recent content in Travel/Asia on Tejas JogHugoen-usSun, 07 Sep 2025 05:30:00 +0400https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/09/07/Sun, 07 Sep 2025 05:30:00 +0400https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/09/07/Make the most of a Doha layover with the Discover Qatar Transit Tour. Explore the Dhow Harbour skyline, Katara Cultural Village, and the historic Souq Waqif.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/31/Sat, 31 May 2025 05:30:00 +0400https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/31/Follow the journey from the peaks of Mt. Kazbek and Gergeti Trinity Church to the historic Jvari Monastery and the massive Chronicles of Georgia sculpture before departing from Tbilisi.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/30/Fri, 30 May 2025 05:30:00 +0400https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/30/Experience the legendary Georgian Military Road on a drive from Kutaisi to Stepantsminda. Explore the Ananuri Fortress, Zhinvali Reservoir, and the unique carbonated spring at Nadibani.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/29/Thu, 29 May 2025 07:30:00 +0400https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/29/Explore the historic city of Kutaisi, Georgia. Visit the 11th-century Bagrati Cathedral, see the iconic Colchis Fountain, and enjoy local cuisine at Palaty and Fleur.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/28/Wed, 28 May 2025 07:30:00 +0400https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/28/Journey from Tbilisi to Kutaisi with stops at the Joseph Stalin Museum in Gori, the historic Gori Fortress, and a scenic lunch overlooking Uplistsikhe.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/27/Tue, 27 May 2025 07:30:00 +0400https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/27/Explore the heart of Tbilisi! From the iconic Liberty Square and the neo-Moorish Opera Theater to the modern Bridge of Peace and the historic Old Town.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/26/Mon, 26 May 2025 07:30:00 +0400https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/26/Drive from Yerevan back to Tbilisi with scenic stops at Lake Sevan and the 9th-century Sevanavank Monastery. Experience the Bagratashen-Sadakhlo border crossing and the rolling hills of Dilijan.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/25/Sun, 25 May 2025 07:30:00 +0400https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/25/Explore the best of Armenia in a day! From the iconic Khor Virap with views of Mt. Ararat to the Greco-Roman ruins of Garni Temple and the artistic Cascade Complex in Yerevan.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/24/Sat, 24 May 2025 07:30:00 +0400https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/24/Journey from Georgia to Armenia! Cross the Sadakhlo-Bagratashen border, explore the medieval Haghpat Monastery, and drive past Mt. Aragats on the way to Yerevan.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/23/Fri, 23 May 2025 01:30:00 +0400https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2025/05/23/Experience a perfect Almaty layover! From the wooden Ascension Cathedral and 28 Panfilov Guardsmen Park to local Kazakh cuisine at Qaganat and arrival into Tbilisi.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2024/10/09/Wed, 09 Oct 2024 04:00:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2024/10/09/Conclude our Pacific Islands journey with a relaxing layover in Bangkok. Experience the luxury of The Coral Finest Business Class Lounge at Suvarnabhumi Airport and see the stunning Himmapan Elephant at the SAT-1 terminal.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2024/10/08/Tue, 08 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +1000https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2024/10/08/Follow a one-day layover in Guam featuring historic Hagåtña, Plaza de España, and scenic coastal views from Fort Nuestra Señora de la Soledad before heading to Tokyo Haneda.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2024/09/29/Sun, 29 Sep 2024 05:30:00 +0800https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2024/09/29/Follow a one-day layover journey through Manila's historic Intramuros. Discover iconic landmarks like the Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, and Fort Santiago, plus transit tips for Ninoy Aquino International Airport.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2024/06/02/Sun, 02 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0545https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2024/06/02/A scenic journey from Nagarkot to Pokhara, featuring a visit to the sacred Manakamana Temple via Nepal’s first cable car and local Thakali dining.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2024/06/01/Sat, 01 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0545https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2024/06/01/Experience the magic of Nepal: A journey from Pune to Kathmandu, exploring the medieval wonders of Bhaktapur Durbar Square and the Changu Narayan Temple before a sunset in Nagarkot.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2024/04/14/Sun, 14 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0530https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2024/04/14/Learn how to book the legendary United Airlines Pacific Island Hopper using MileagePlus miles. Maximize your rewards with the United Excursionist Perk to visit the Marshall Islands, Pohnpei, and Saipan.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/08/Sun, 08 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/08/A guide to exploring Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) in a day. Discover landmarks like the Bitexco Tower, Ben Thanh Market, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post Office.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/07/Sat, 07 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/07/Explore the history of the Vietnam War with a half-day tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels and a visit to the War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/06/Fri, 06 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/06/A guide to a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta. Highlights include visiting the Vinh Trang Pagoda, exploring honey and coconut candy farms, and enjoying a traditional lunch featuring Grilled Elephant Ear Fish.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/05/Thu, 05 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0800https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/05/A transition from Bali to Vietnam. Enjoy a relaxing Balinese massage at Aeni Spa Wana before flying from Denpasar to Ho Chi Minh City, followed by a first night in Saigon featuring authentic Pho at Pho Quynh.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/04/Wed, 04 Oct 2023 06:30:00 +0800https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/04/Experience a day of adventure and spirituality in Bali. Highlights include swimming with dolphins in Lovina, exploring the intricate stone carvings of Beji Temple, witnessing ceremonies at Pura Ulun Danu Batur, and a water purification ritual at Pura Tirta Empul.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/03/Tue, 03 Oct 2023 06:30:00 +0800https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/03/A journey through North Bali’s iconic sights. Explore the sea temple of Tanah Lot, the UNESCO-listed Jatiluwih Rice Terraces, the lakeside Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, and the hidden Banyumala Waterfall.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/02/Mon, 02 Oct 2023 06:00:00 +0800https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/02/A tour of East Bali’s spiritual and historical landmarks. Visit the holiest Besakih Great Temple, the Tirta Gangga water gardens, the iconic Lempuyang Temple (Gates of Heaven), and the scenic Taman Ujung water palace.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/01/Sun, 01 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +0800https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/10/01/A guide to a snorkelling day trip to Nusa Penida. Discover top snorkeling spots like Manta Bay and The Wall, along with tips for ferry transfers and local Indonesian food in Nusa Penida and Kuta.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/09/30/Sat, 30 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0800https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/09/30/A guide to a transit layover in Singapore and arriving in Bali. Experience the Free Singapore Tour covering Merlion Park and Gardens by the Bay, explore Jewel Changi before arriving at Denpasar Airport.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/01/29/Sun, 29 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0530https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2023/01/29/Learn how to maximize expiring Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles for an award trip to Bali. This guide covers the KrisFlyer fixed-expiry policy and routing from Mumbai via Singapore.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2022/10/05/Wed, 05 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0300https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2022/10/05/Follow a whirlwind 12-hour layover in Istanbul! From navigating the massive new Istanbul Airport and HAVAIST buses to exploring the Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and the world-class Turkish Airlines Miles & Smiles Lounge.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2022/09/23/Fri, 23 Sep 2022 18:00:00 +0530https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2022/09/23/The stressful start to our European adventure: Navigating a tight 2.5-hour international transfer at Delhi Airport during bad weather and a late Vistara flight.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/11/05/Mon, 05 Nov 2018 12:00:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/11/05/Maximize a layover with the Free Singapore Tour. See the Merlion, Marina Bay Sands, and the colorful streets of Little India and Kampong Glam.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/21/Sun, 21 Oct 2018 07:30:00 +0900https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/21/Conclude the Japan trip with a memorable flight from Narita to Mumbai. Experience the ANA 'Star Wars' R2-D2 themed Boeing 787 and catch a lucky, breathtaking aerial view of Mount Fuji to bid Japan goodbye.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/20/Sat, 20 Oct 2018 05:30:00 +0900https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/20/Complete a visit to all four of Japan's main islands with a detour to Takamatsu, Shikoku. Enjoy world-famous Sanuki udon and cross the Great Seto Bridge before returning to Tokyo for a night in a capsule hotel.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/19/Fri, 19 Oct 2018 07:30:00 +0900https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/19/Explore the unique geothermal wonders of southern Kyushu. Experience a traditional black sand bath in Ibusuki and get up close to Sakurajima, one of the world’s most active volcanoes, in Kagoshima Bay.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/18/Thu, 18 Oct 2018 07:30:00 +0900https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/18/Take a moving day trip from Kyoto to Hiroshima and Miyajima Island. Pay respects at the Peace Memorial Park and witness the 'floating' Torii gate of Itsukushima Shrine before heading south to Kagoshima.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/17/Wed, 17 Oct 2018 06:00:00 +0900https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/17/Experience the best of Kyoto in one day. Visit the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove at dawn, explore the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji), and hike through the iconic thousands of vermillion Torii gates at Fushimi Inari Shrine.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/16/Tue, 16 Oct 2018 07:30:00 +0900https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/16/Explore the volcanic beauty of Ōnuma Quasi-National Park in Hokkaido before embarking on a cross-country rail journey. Travel over 1,300 km via Shinkansen to reach the cultural heart of Japan: Kyoto.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/15/Mon, 15 Oct 2018 06:00:00 +0900https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/15/Leave Tokyo behind and head north to Hokkaido on the high-speed Hayabusa Shinkansen. Discover Hakodate’s historic red brick warehouses, relax in a hot spring footbath, and witness one of Japan’s top three night views.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/14/Sun, 14 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0900https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/14/Kick off Day 1 in Tokyo after landing at Narita. From the historic gates of Sensō-ji in Asakusa to the neon lights of Ginza and Shinjuku, experience the perfect blend of old and new in Japan’s bustling capital.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/13/Sat, 13 Oct 2018 17:00:00 +0530https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/10/13/Start a week-long Japan adventure with an overnight flight from Mumbai to Tokyo. Review the GVK Lounge at BOM and the world-class economy service and Japanese hospitality aboard All Nippon Airways (ANA).https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/09/26/Wed, 26 Sep 2018 23:37:00 +0530https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/09/26/Discover how to make the most of the Japan Rail Pass with this detailed 7-day itinerary. Covering over 5,000 km, this guide follows a journey from the northern tip of Hokkaidō to the southern shores of Kyūshū, traversing all four main islands using the world-famous Shinkansen network.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/01/22/Mon, 22 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0530https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2018/01/22/Learn how to book a direct award trip to Japan from Mumbai using Jet Airways JetPrivilege miles and Citibank Rewards points for travel on All Nippon Airways (ANA).https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2016/02/07/Sun, 07 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0530https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2016/02/07/Learn how to maximize United MileagePlus miles for an African adventure. Discover routing tips for EgyptAir and Ethiopian Airlines with long layovers in Cairo, Johannesburg and Addis Ababa.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2016/01/31/Sun, 31 Jan 2016 04:30:00 +0300https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2016/01/31/Make the most of a Turkish Airlines layover with the free Touristanbul service. Discover the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the ancient Basilica Cistern in one day.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2015/10/31/Sat, 31 Oct 2015 06:00:00 +0100https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2015/10/31/Explore Milan in a day: From the Gothic Duomo di Milano and Sforzesco Castle to the bohemian Milan Docks. A complete solo day trip guide from Zurich.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2013/11/16/Sat, 16 Nov 2013 09:00:00 +0530https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2013/11/16/Exploring the heart of Sri Lanka’s capital, from the spiritual serenity of Gangaramaya Temple to the modern skyline of the Fort district.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/10/Mon, 10 Dec 2007 07:30:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/10/Concluding our South East Asia adventure with a final visit to MBK Center and a flight from the spectacular Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Mumbai on the Thai Airways Royal Barge.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/09/Sun, 09 Dec 2007 07:30:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/09/Discover the vibrant Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, experience Thai cultural traditions at the Rose Garden, and enjoy a final shopping at Bangkok’s iconic MBK Center.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/08/Sat, 08 Dec 2007 07:30:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/08/Get up close with nature at Safari World Bangkok. Experience an open-air safari drive, thrilling animal shows, and a night of bargaining at the iconic Suan Lum Night Bazaar.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/07/Fri, 07 Dec 2007 07:30:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/07/Explore the golden heart of Bangkok: From the solid gold Buddha at Wat Trai Mit to the colossal Reclining Buddha at Wat Pho, followed by a Chao Phraya Princess dinner cruise.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/06/Thu, 06 Dec 2007 07:30:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/06/Experience a day of adventure in Pattaya: Parasailing over the turquoise waters of Coral Island (Ko Lan) and exploring the global landmarks of Mini Siam in miniature.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/05/Wed, 05 Dec 2007 07:30:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/05/Travel to Bangkok and onwards to the vibrant coastal city of Pattaya. Experience the quirky attractions at Royal Garden Plaza, including Ripley’s Believe It Or Not! and the Infinity Maze.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/04/Tue, 04 Dec 2007 07:30:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/04/Experience an international border crossing by rail from Malaysia to Thailand. Travel from Penang via the Butterworth ferry to catch the International Express IE 36 for a scenic sleeper train journey to Bangkok.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/03/Mon, 03 Dec 2007 07:30:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/03/Travel from Kuala Lumpur to Penang with AirAsia flight AK6310. Experience a luxury room upgrade at the Lone Pine Hotel in Batu Ferringhi, sunset beach walks, and the vibrant flavors of the Pasar Malam night market.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/02/Sun, 02 Dec 2007 07:30:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/02/Explore Kuala Lumpur's landmarks on Day 3: From the majestic Istana Negara and National Monument to the heights of Menara KL and the Eye on Malaysia at Lake Titiwangsa.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/01/Sat, 01 Dec 2007 07:30:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/12/01/Experience the thrills of Genting Outdoor Theme Park, including the Flying Coaster and Space Shot, followed by a scenic stay at Hotel Grand Continental with stunning views of the Petronas Twin Towers and Menara KL.https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/11/30/Fri, 30 Nov 2007 07:30:00 +0700https://blog.tejasjog.in/posts/2007/11/30/A journey to Malaysia, featuring a Malaysia Airlines (MH 195) flight from Mumbai to KL, a visit to the iconic Batu Caves, and a misty cable car ride up to Genting Highlands and the First World Hotel.