Koh Samui is Thailand's second largest island after Phuket, but is often overshadowed by the parties and fame of its bigger brother. Although its climate is defined as tropical, it is actually much...

While the Maldives may not be the first island destination to come to mind when you think about your travel wish list, they are certainly some of the most beautiful. The Maldives are located in the...

Located in the heart of the Himalayas, Nepal has captivated mountaineers and adventurers for centuries -- but you don't need to brave Mount Everest or search for the elusive Yeti in order to make t...

With its rugged mountains and winding rivers, it is no surprise that the East Asian island of Taiwan was formally referred to as "Formosa," or "beautiful island" in Portuguese. Separated from the A...