Traveling in Southeast Asia during the Rainy Season: You're in for some Pleasant Surprises
Are you planning your holiday vacation in the tropics sometime in the near future? Summer is upon us and it'd be crazy not to enjoy some time under the sun. Southeast Asia is no exception. Perhaps for one problem…the rainy season. Or is it a problem at all? If you plan your travels in advance, realize a few things about the season (July – November) and come with the right frame of mind and attitude, Southeast Asia in the rainy season can actually be a great time to visit.
One heed of warning. Southeast Asia can get very hot! This is true pretty much all year round, except perhaps during the rainy season. Yes, temperatures can rise as high as 35 or even 40 degrees on occasion, but the clouds and rains can easily drop the temperatures down, to as low as five degrees below normal or even into the 20's! That is considered cool for Southeast Asia.
The thing about the rainy season is that when it does rain, it will pour heavily, but only for half an hour or at most, an hour. The pattern is usually this, a bright sunny and warm morning, followed by some heavy mid-afternoon clouds, then some afternoon rains and a nice breezy, cloudy and cooler late afternoon/evening. Sometimes night rain occurs, which can also cool the next morning down. So, rain most likely will not disrupt travel plans. In fact, it might actually be a cool relief.
The rainy season also comes with some interesting twists. The green rice fields and forests are much greener than the rest of the year. Even waterfalls are at its best. This is the perfect time to bring out those cameras for some glowing shots of the region's landscapes. This is greenery at its best.
Sometimes you need a rest. And there isn't anything like relaxing in your hotel or resort bedroom, at the lobby or in a local restaurant or bar while it's raining. It is the perfect time to reflect on your trip so far, chat with the people around you or just admire the wet scenery outside.
Price wise, this is also the cheapest time to visit the region. This is, after all, the low season, meaning hotels and just about everything else sees a dip in price. And on top of that, there aren't swarms of tourists, meaning you'll enjoy your time in comfortable surroundings.
Southeast Asia. Try it during the rainy season. You'll be in for a surprise or two.
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Established in 1993, Exotissimo Travel is a well known Tour Operator in Asia. We have the expertise and connections to create your perfect inspirational tours as well as customized programs in Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Indonesia and Japan at the best possible price. Your experience guarantees stops to the main sites as well as the hidden spots, giving you a true sense of the culture and rewarding you with unforgettable memories.
Visual Traveling - South East Asia Extras (2008)
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