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COUNTRIES in the Southeast Asian region have a rich and stunning cultural charm, making them a choice of attractive tourist destinations.
Online travel agent (OTA) tiket.com shares four destinations in neighboring countries that you can visit with your family, loved ones, or even traveling solo. You can also take advantage of special “international deals” promos through the tiket.com platform which presents special discounted prices for accommodation in neighboring countries in the Southeast Asia region.
The following are recommendations for international tourist destinations around Indonesia as holiday options to neighboring countries, as quoted in a press statement received in Jakarta:
Singapore
With only 2 hours flight time from Jakarta, you can feel the atmosphere of cultural and ethnic diversity from this Lion Country.
While in Singapore, explore Katong-Joo Chiat, Little India, to Kampong Gelam, and see a mix of Chinese, Malay, Indian, Eurasian and Peranakan cultures.
As for accommodation recommendations, you can stay in a comfortable place at friendly prices such as the 4-star hotel Vibe Hotel Singapore Orchard (starting from IDR2,150,875) or the 5-star hotel Royal Plaza on Scotts Singapore (starting from IDR3,174,631).
Philippines
This country is known to have thousands of islands with abundant natural wealth and is filled with interesting cultural tourist attractions.
In the Philippines, you can visit fascinating cultural museums like the Metropolitan Manila Museum and experience a fusion of Filipino culture in the city of Manila.
You can also stay at comfortable accommodations such as the 4-star hotel 1898 Hotel Colonia En Philippines (starting from IDR766,684) or at the 4-star hotel Lime Resort Manila (starting from IDR944,553).
Thailand
You can immediately feel the thick culture of Thailand when you visit this White Elephant Country.
Joining the festive Songkran event, enjoying Thai culinary snacks, and visiting Wat Arun Temple can be a choice of cultural attractions that you can do while traveling to Thailand.
As for accommodation at friendly prices, you can stay in places like the 4-star Sovereign Group Hotel at Pratunam (starting from IDR463,684) or the 5-star hotel The Sukhothai Bangkok (starting from IDR2,614,125).
Malaysia
This country is no less interesting than other countries in Southeast Asia. From the highlands to the islands, rich in history and culture, as well as the hustle and bustle of modern cities.
You can explore Malaysia by visiting Batu Caves, having an adventure with the kids at Legoland, or seeing the sights of Kuala Lumpur from a height at the KL Tower.
Kuala Lumpur can also be an option for those of you who want to enjoy the diversity of Malay culture while seeing a mix of colonial and modern architecture.
While enjoying tourism in Malaysia, you can rest in accommodation at economical prices such as the 4-star hotel Flamingo Hotel by The Lake Kuala Lumpur (starting from IDR608,032) or the 5-star hotel Grand Ion Delemen Hotel Genting Highlands (starting from IDR624,463). [sources/photo special]
