Dreaming of street food in Bangkok, temples in Kyoto, or islands in the Philippines—but have no idea where to start? This beginner’s guide to planning your first Asia backpacking trip walks you through everything: route, budget, packing, safety, and the best tools to keep your trip stress-free. 1. Decide What Kind of Asia Trip You Actually Want “Asia” is huge. A two-week Japan trip looks very different from a three-month Southeast Asia backpacking route. Before you open any booking site, decide: Write down your “must-see” places, then be ruthless: cut until your list fits your timeframe without rushing through a new city every 24 hours. 2. How Much to Budget…
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