{"id":8453,"date":"2018-11-14T18:07:40","date_gmt":"2018-11-14T18:07:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/?page_id=8453"},"modified":"2018-11-25T15:25:17","modified_gmt":"2018-11-25T15:25:17","slug":"asia-the-ideal-playground-for-family-travel","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/index.php\/asia-the-ideal-playground-for-family-travel\/","title":{"rendered":"Asia \u2013 The Ideal Playground for Family Travel"},"content":{"rendered":"<figure id=\"attachment_8454\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8454\" style=\"width: 1000px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/ASIA-THE-IDEAL-PLAYGROUND-FOR-FAMILY-TRAVEL-Cover-Image-Product-Newsletter.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-8454 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/ASIA-THE-IDEAL-PLAYGROUND-FOR-FAMILY-TRAVEL-Cover-Image-Product-Newsletter-1024x666.jpg\" alt=\"ASIA-THE IDEAL PLAYGROUND FOR FAMILY TRAVEL--Cover Image Product Newsletter\" width=\"1000\" height=\"650\" srcset=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/ASIA-THE-IDEAL-PLAYGROUND-FOR-FAMILY-TRAVEL-Cover-Image-Product-Newsletter-1024x666.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/ASIA-THE-IDEAL-PLAYGROUND-FOR-FAMILY-TRAVEL-Cover-Image-Product-Newsletter-300x195.jpg 300w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/ASIA-THE-IDEAL-PLAYGROUND-FOR-FAMILY-TRAVEL-Cover-Image-Product-Newsletter-462x300.jpg 462w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8454\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image credit: Asian Trails<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Family travel is a big and is gaining popularity worldwide, as people now find it indispensable to take time away from work to bond with family members. Asia is fast becoming the ideal playground for such gatherings with its offer of good accessibility, fun-filled activities, rich culture, destinations with myriad attractions, diverse affordable accommodation, scenic landscapes and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> Service providers in the region, targeting this rapidly growing market segment, are coming up with services and accommodations that are family friendly. Programmes that incorporate leisurely and adventurous activities suitable for both the young and the not so young include relaxing on sandy beaches to a walk with nature, trekking in pristine rainforests to zipping through the jungle metres above the ground, cooking classes and learning local skills \u2013 all making Asia such a special place for families to bond and enjoy time together.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Asian Trails has a wide selection of family-oriented tours, alongside a selection of resorts and hotels catering for this market segment. We are also ready to tailor made experiences to meet the requirements of our guests seeking the perfect getaway for their families in our Asia.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Half-Day Eco Tour of Malaysia\u2019s capitals on a Segway\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8461\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8461\" style=\"width: 488px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Malaysia-Segway-Tour-in-Kuala-Lumpur-4.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-8461\" src=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Malaysia-Segway-Tour-in-Kuala-Lumpur-4-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"sdr\" width=\"488\" height=\"366\" srcset=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Malaysia-Segway-Tour-in-Kuala-Lumpur-4-1024x768.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Malaysia-Segway-Tour-in-Kuala-Lumpur-4-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Malaysia-Segway-Tour-in-Kuala-Lumpur-4-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 488px) 100vw, 488px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8461\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Image credit: Eco Ride<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Asian Trials Malaysia is introducing a novel way to discover Malaysia\u2019s two famous cities \u2013 the capital Kuala Lumpur and the federal administrative centre Putrajaya\u2013 on a Segway. The two-hour tour promises a fun experience, riding on the two-wheeled self-balancing personal transporter to explore the cities\u2019 green side.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> The Kuala Lumpur option is to Lake Gardens, also known as Perdana Botanical Gardens, the city\u2019s first large-scale recreational park full of large sculpted and manicured gardens and attractions. The tour to Putrajaya, an \u2018Intelligent Garden City\u2019 about 25km from Kuala Lumpur, explores this planned metropolis that emphasises the preservation of its eco-system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>2 Days | 1 Night Exploring the rural side of Myanmar<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8462\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8462\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Myanmar-Basket-weaving.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-8462\" src=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Myanmar-Basket-weaving-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Asian Trails Myanmar - Basket weaving\" width=\"510\" height=\"340\" srcset=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Myanmar-Basket-weaving-1024x683.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Myanmar-Basket-weaving-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Myanmar-Basket-weaving-960x640.jpg 960w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Myanmar-Basket-weaving-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 510px) 100vw, 510px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8462\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image credit: Asian Trails<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Myanmar is not only a land of temples and pagodas, but is also one blessed with tranquil rural landscapes that seldom fail to amaze visitors.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\">Asian Trails Myanmar has designed a programme for guests to experience the country\u2019s green side. Travel past vegetable farms on the way to Htan Taw Chauk village to see its residents at work weaving baskets using sugar palm branches. As betel chewing is popular in Myanmar, a traditional habit since early times, the tour also includes a visit to Ahtet Nyint village to see betel vine farming by the villagers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>A Day in East Bali: Trekking and discovering rich culture\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8459\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8459\" style=\"width: 571px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Indonesia-Hidden-East-Bali-Sunrise-Trekking.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-8459\" src=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Indonesia-Hidden-East-Bali-Sunrise-Trekking-1024x678.jpg\" alt=\"Asian Trails Indonesia - Hidden East Bali Sunrise Trekking\" width=\"571\" height=\"378\" srcset=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Indonesia-Hidden-East-Bali-Sunrise-Trekking-1024x678.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Indonesia-Hidden-East-Bali-Sunrise-Trekking-300x199.jpg 300w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Indonesia-Hidden-East-Bali-Sunrise-Trekking-453x300.jpg 453w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 571px) 100vw, 571px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8459\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image credit: Asian Trails<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">East Bali, with its hidden \u2018treasures\u2019, is the setting for Asian Trails Indonesia\u2019s latest full day offering. It includes trekking on Mount Lempuyang, located about 1,175 metres above sea level, visit to the traditional market of Bugbug\/Culik and a drive up to Mount Seraya, a volcano, to watch the breath-taking \u00a0sunrise (subject to weather conditions).<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> \u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> We have also included a walk through Bali\u2019s famous rice fields enroute to Tirta Gangga, a former royal palace famous for its pools, ponds and fountains surrounded by ornate statues and tropical gardens. Cool off with a swim in the royal pools before enjoying lunch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>A 15-Day Journey through the Chinese province of Jiangxi\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8458\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8458\" style=\"width: 643px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-China-15-Days-The-Roofs-and-Valleys-of-Yunnan.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-8458\" src=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-China-15-Days-The-Roofs-and-Valleys-of-Yunnan-1024x374.jpg\" alt=\"Asian Trails China - 15 Days The Roofs and Valleys of Yunnan\" width=\"643\" height=\"235\" srcset=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-China-15-Days-The-Roofs-and-Valleys-of-Yunnan-1024x374.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-China-15-Days-The-Roofs-and-Valleys-of-Yunnan-300x110.jpg 300w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-China-15-Days-The-Roofs-and-Valleys-of-Yunnan-600x219.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 643px) 100vw, 643px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8458\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image credit: Asian Trails<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Jiangxi, a province in southeast China, is a place of pristine beauty with misty mountains, fresh water lakes, rice paddies as well as ancient historical and modern sites to explore. Highlight of any visit here is the ancient city of Jingdezhen, known as China\u2019s &#8216;Capital of Porcelain&#8217;, where ceramics were produced here as early as 1,800 years ago. It is now a national centre for porcelain production.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">The 15 days\/14 nights Jiangzi tour from Asian Trails China takes you on an amazing journey through the province, visiting ancient palaces, monasteries, local villages and historical sites. A truly unforgettable experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Spending a Day with nature in Vietnam\u2019s Son Tra Mountain<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8456\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8456\" style=\"width: 518px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><a href=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Vietnam-Admiring-red-shanked-douc-Langur-in-Son-Tra-Mountains-2.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-8456\" src=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Vietnam-Admiring-red-shanked-douc-Langur-in-Son-Tra-Mountains-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Asian Trails Vietnam - Admiring red-shanked douc Langur in Son Tra Mountains (2)\" width=\"518\" height=\"346\" srcset=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Vietnam-Admiring-red-shanked-douc-Langur-in-Son-Tra-Mountains-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Vietnam-Admiring-red-shanked-douc-Langur-in-Son-Tra-Mountains-2-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Vietnam-Admiring-red-shanked-douc-Langur-in-Son-Tra-Mountains-2-960x640.jpg 960w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Vietnam-Admiring-red-shanked-douc-Langur-in-Son-Tra-Mountains-2-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 518px) 100vw, 518px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8456\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image credit: Green Viet<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Son Tra Mountain or Monkey Mountain is located on Son Tra Peninsula, about 13km from the Vietnamese city of Danang. It is the perfect destination for nature lovers as they can hike across the jungle and spot rare species of wildlife such as the rhesus macaques, and red-shanked douc langurs.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> \u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> Spend a day with Asian Trails Vietnam in this nature retreat to observe the wildlife and learn about the varied fauna. In the process they could help protect nature and the endangered primates. The tour also contributes to the funding of research into the preservation of the flora and fauna.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>Half-Day Cooking Class at Phnom Penh\u2019s Romdeng restaurant<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8457\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8457\" style=\"width: 546px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Cambodia-Half-Day-Culinary-Experience-at-Romdeng.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-8457\" src=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Cambodia-Half-Day-Culinary-Experience-at-Romdeng-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Asian Trails Cambodia - Half Day Culinary Experience at Romdeng\" width=\"546\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Cambodia-Half-Day-Culinary-Experience-at-Romdeng-1024x768.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Cambodia-Half-Day-Culinary-Experience-at-Romdeng-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Cambodia-Half-Day-Culinary-Experience-at-Romdeng-400x300.jpg 400w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Cambodia-Half-Day-Culinary-Experience-at-Romdeng.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 546px) 100vw, 546px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8457\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Imaage credit: Romdeng<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Asian Trails Cambodia makes it all about food for this half-day programme in Phnom Penh, a city known for the variety of its culinary offerings. The venue for this tour is the renowned restaurant Romdeng, famed for serving the true taste of Cambodia with its creative cuisine from traditional recipes.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> \u00a0<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #000000;\"> The experience starts around noon when you join Romden\u2019s kitchen team for a full session of cooking three chosen dishes and a cocktail of your choice. We guarantee lots of fun as you learn the art of cooking some of the best authentic dishes in Cambodia.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><strong>2 Days | 1 Night Luang Say Cruise along the Mekong<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_8460\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8460\" style=\"width: 529px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Laos-2-Days-Luang-Say-Cruise.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-8460\" src=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Laos-2-Days-Luang-Say-Cruise-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Pak Ou boat parking at the Luang Say Lodge, a luxury accommodation on the banks of the Mekong River, Pakbeng, Laos\" width=\"529\" height=\"352\" srcset=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Laos-2-Days-Luang-Say-Cruise-1024x683.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Laos-2-Days-Luang-Say-Cruise-300x200.jpg 300w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Laos-2-Days-Luang-Say-Cruise-960x640.jpg 960w, http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/11\/Asian-Trails-Laos-2-Days-Luang-Say-Cruise-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 529px) 100vw, 529px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-8460\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Image credit: Luang Say Lodge &amp; Cruises<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\">A 2-day leisurely cruise down the Mekong in a luxury river boat with Luang Say Cruise is the exciting customised programme from Asian Trials Laos. This is a unique cultural journey, discovering the lifestyle of ethnic minorities and their fine craftsmanship while enjoying nature along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> Explore Houay Xai (also Huay xai, Houei Sai), capital of Bokeo province, and sail to the hilltribe village of Baw to watch the traditional process of making Lao whiskey. Arrive at Luang Say Lodge for the night stay in a luxurious bungalow along the river in time to watch the spectacular fiery sunset.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\r\n<a style=\"color: rgb(68,79,247);\" href=\"http:\/\/pulseonline.co\/\">Home<\/a>\r\n\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"> \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Family travel is a big and is gaining popularity worldwide, as people now find it indispensable to take time away from work to bond with family members. 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