Dave Stamboulis

Mongolia’s wild high Altai region is home to berkutchi, ethnic Kazakh eagle hunters whose birds can take down wolves and snow leopards.

Known as Korea’s “honeymoon island,” Jeju is as popular with walkers as it is with couples, thanks to its Olle Trail, one of Asia’s most satisfying long-distance treks.

Khorog is no buzzing metropolis, but the frontier city— home to the annual Roof of the World Festival—offers cultural and culinary comforts to weary Pamir Highway travelers.

The Kumano Kodo, a series of long-distance spiritual trails, connects secluded temples and shrines in one of Japan’s most visually stunning areas.

One of Kashmir’s most precious destinations, the Warwan Valley offers myriad wonders for visitors willing to put in the effort.

Taiwan’s mind-blowing food scene can be successfully navigated by following the crowds to authentic, delicious local eateries.

Winter trekking in China’s Huangshan National Park can be gruelling, but the freezing weather conditions have the potential to produce plentiful visual manna.

Taiwan’s compact size, high concentration of ascents, and outstanding trails make it one of the best destinations in Asia for a hiking adventure.

Once regarded as one of India’s most idyllic summer retreats, Srinagar is recapturing its alluring aura as tourism continues to revive in Kashmir.

With its charismatic cities and contrasting desert, mountain, and coastal landscapes, Oman is ideal quarry for an extended road trip.

Kyoto during fall season with its landscapes and iconic temples and gardens explod-ing into a palette of vivid colors exemplifies the Japanese philosophy of wabi sabi.

With its vivid colors, heritage architecture, evocative festivals and vibrant street life, Hoi An deserves its reputation as a photographer’s paradise.