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Beyond its pristine beaches, thrilling water sports, upscale resorts and golf courses, Bintan is a blend of different cultural elements that is truly more than meets the eye. Today, it has become a top pick among many tourists to explore eye-catching alleys set against a backdrop of Dutch-inspired architecture and discover traditional shops selling local goods. Image via  pxhere Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva Temple The best way to start exploring Bintan would be to visit a temple. This beautiful Indonesian temple is a perfect example of diversity and unity. This serene place has been capturing the hearts of travellers across the world ever since it was opened for the public in 2017. At a very first glance, there is a greater probability for a person to expect that this temple is located in Mainland China or Myanmar. The temple was first found in Tanjung Pinang city (on Bintan Island of the Riau Islands). It is also popular among locals as Vihara Patung Seribu, meaning vihara of thousand ...

The Maldives is one of the most beautiful locations in the world, and their food culture is widely influenced by many South Asian countries while retaining a certain authenticity of their own. To fully get the Maldivian experience dive into these food tips. Satdeep Gill ,  Maldivian dish - Kandu Kulkulhu 14 ,  CC BY-SA 4.0 Their meals are centred on fish If you don't like fish, well then you are in for a pickle! Because fish happens to be a Maldivian staple, and understandably so, considering they are several small islands. If you love seafood, then you are in for a treat! You can expect a delicious array of seafood, from fish curries, soups, broths and snacks. Light breakfasts Breakfast is a delightful experience in the Maldives. Most Maldivians have simple meals in the mornings. Their typical breakfast includes Roshi, which flat-bread along with 'Mas Huni.' The dish 'mas huni' is a combination of flaked tuna, grated coconut, onion and chilli. It sounds simple enou...

Koh Phangan is well-known for its stunning beaches. But mostly it is famous for full-moon parties. Apart from lovely beaches, Koh Phangan is blessed with tropical jungles and hilly terrains. If you are planning to visit this glorious island, you first have to know how to get there. The island is about 70 km away from the mainland, around 12 km away from Koh Samui. Unfortunately, there is no airport. So, travellers have to rely on ferries from the mainland as well as Samui. Let us take a look at how best you can get yourself to the full moon party. Image via Anantara Rasananda Koh Phangan Villas How to get to Koh Phangan by air We've already established that there is no airport in Koh Phangan. So, if you are flying, you have to get to the nearest Koh Samui airport. From there you can catch a ferry. The last ferry leaves for Koh Phangan around 630 pm. So, schedule your flight accordingly. But check with your  beach resort Koh Phangan  too. Resorts such as Anantara Rasananda Koh ...

 Transport in Mui Ne is quite good, with a decent amount of reliable public transport available for a small island. Read on to find out how to explore this little gem of an island at your own pace.  Kento0023 ,  Vietnam Bike Run ,  CC BY-SA 4.0 About Mui Ne Travelling around Mui Ne is somewhat easy as the whole region is joined by a stretch of road called Nguyen Dinh Chieu. The north of Mui Ne Bay, particularly the end is nearly untouched by constructions. The locality is based around a traditional fishing community with quite a few stunning villages. The scenery offers picturesque views of the beach and interesting fishing vessels anchored on the water. The southern area is quite popular for travellers worldwide and is booming with tourism. There is a wide range of restaurants and shopping available. Many luxurious beachside resorts can be found here as well such as the  Anantara Mui Ne Resort . Most visitors may simply just wish to bask in the luxury of their ...

The Maldives is known as one of the most romantic destinations in the world. Its beautiful beaches are and one-of-a-kind resorts are the stuff of dreams and the ultimate honeymoon paradise. Image via Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas Pick the right island This may seem like a big task! There are over 1192 islands that make up the Maldivian archipelago. It spreads over 35,000 miles and 26 atolls in the Indian Ocean. However, only 200 are populated, and 80 other islands house resorts. All this may seem baffling but only 10 atolls are open for tourists, so this will narrow down the choices quite a bit.  What are the most popular atolls? The Male atoll is among the most popular, as the island with the capital city and the International Airport, it is a popular choice for many holidaymakers. It is the most developed out of all the atolls, and the bulk of all accommodation is located on private islands. It consists of two separate atolls, known as the South Male Atoll and North Male Atoll...