ASIA’S TOP 7 EMERGING architecture that needs to be seen to be believed.

From gorgeous fountain displays and modern

DESTINATION marina promenades lined with beautiful Asian
specimens to leisure complexes, it is truly a sight to 6. Tokyo, Japan
behold. The beautiful, organized chaos that is Tokyo is the
1. Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam next Asian hub on Kayak‘s list. Famous for its
The trendiest Asian destination for 2023, and the traditional temples, scenic
most sought-after destination overall, Ho Chi Minh 4. Hong Kong gardens, art museums, and
is the cultural A special administrative region of China, the city- a modern skyline pierced
capital of state of Hong by neon-lit skyscrapers,
Vietnam, Kong is not quite the Japanese capital has
known on the same page never looked more
formerly by its as Japan or inviting now that the
historical name Thailand when it country has let go of its
of Saigon. comes to draconian measures and
Here, tourists pandemic fully reopened.
will a wide assortment of architectural influences: management: tourists can enter, but they are
Buddhist, French colonial, Communist-era subject to a strict testing regime and continued
modernist, and so on. monitoring for up to 5 days following arrival, so it 7. Tel Aviv, Israel
may not be the best of times to visit just yet. Technically geographically located in Asia, Tel
Aviv in Israel is a History-charged metropolis
2. Taipei, Taiwan straddling the Mediterranean coast. Over the years,
Located in the 5. Bangkok, Thailand it has
disputed territory of Undoubtedly the most popular destination for developed a
Taiwan, off the coast Americans in Southeast Asia, tourism in Thailand reputation
of mainland China, continues to be for being the
Taipei is a fast- headed by its ‘most
paced, energetic bustling capital. liberal’
capital that feels somewhat Chinese, though not Bangkok is an enclave in
quite – it is a democracy, for starters – and that ancient queen the Middle East, but a little-known fact about Tel
borrows heavily from Western culture, but still dripping with Aviv is that it can be an incredible foodie and
feels ‘foreign’ enough for American visitors who imperial gems, cultural destination if you know where to look.
are seeking an escape from the familiarity of home. such as the colossal Wat Arun Ratchawararam
Ratchawaramahawihan Temple, the majestic Grand
Palace, and the colorful Wat Phra Chetuphon
3. Singapore Buddhist shrine.
Often referred to as the most developed nation in Angel Jeanlyn Acedo
Southeast Asia, Singapore is yet another city-state
Mariane Leika Morales
brimming with
the kind of Apple Acosta
BSTM – 3A
high-tech,
futuristic