Tips for traveling in the rainy season in Southeast Asia

Many people are hesitant to book a trip to Southeast Asia between April and September, believing they will be stuck in their hotel rooms staring at heavy rain pouring down outside. But ASIA DMC believes that April to September is actually an excellent time to visit, when many destinations are at their best. Our destination experts will share with you their reasons for choosing South East Asia for your summer holiday.

“Best places to visit in the North of Vietnam are either the high mountains of Ha Giang from the Chay mountain range to the Tay Con Ling and the breathtaking Dong Van Geopark, or the nature reserves of Ngoc Son Ngo Luong and Pu Luong to soak up some genuine ethnic hospitality and enjoy the multitude of cascading streams and natural pools. Then for beach lovers, the coast is full of nice spots from simple ones to more fancy resorts. Hoi An, Quy Nhon, Ninh Van, Nha Trang, Mui Ne… the choice is yours,”

Business Development Manager- Mr. Guilhem Cavaille

“Travelers will enjoy a very pleasant mild climate and green, lush landscapes as well plenty of opportunities for sightseeing and new adventures. The only advice we can give to customers travelling during summer is to plan the day around the rains. Most of the time it’s dry in the mornings with a quick downpour in the afternoon that lasts for an hour or so and a good time to rest, do something indoors like visiting a museum or restaurant.  Then, as quickly as the rain came, the sun is back out and it’s dry again in no time. It can be hot and humid and often a quick, refreshing downpour of warm rain is a welcome respite,”

ASIA DMC Myanmar Managing Director- Mr. Gerben Bloemendaal

“Thailand is the best place to visit since there is always a great place to go. Summer is great for several reasons; less travellers, best value for money in the low season and everywhere it is lush green instead of very dry and dusty. Add to that the fact that you can always find a beach that has great weather. During summer it is likely the east coasts of Koh Samui, Koh Tao or Koh Phangan,”

ASIA DMC Thailand Managing Director- Mr. Andre van der Marck

“For summer, I would recommend 2 best places to visit in Laos - Vientiane and Luang Prabang. These cities are the royal cities and the best highlights of Laos. Even though there is occasional rain, you can take city tour with umbrella and leisurely explore temples, surrounding local villages or walks along the Mekong River bank,”

ASIA DMC Laos Office Supervisor- Mr. Thongxay Herchueyang

"Although the chance of rain in Cambodia during the summer is quite high, travellers will likely enjoy a number of benefits. Pay less and get more, most hotels & other private sector tourism companies will lower prices 30-50% during this time. In addition, the country will be covered by green, and at its most beautiful. There is lush foliage and rich fauna, the rivers are high and the trees are rich with fruit. With such striking scenery and fewer tourists it becomes a photographer’s heaven with easier access to all the attractions for the visitor,"

Cambodia Country Manager- Mr. Prak Vanthirith

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