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The Far East does something to you the moment you start looking it up. One minute you're casually browsing, the next you're watching street food videos from Tokyo at midnight, reading about temples in Chiang Mai, or trying to decide whether Bali or the Philippines makes more sense for your first trip. That pull is hard to explain and even harder to ignore — and it only gets stronger once you've actually been.
The region spans more ground than most people fully appreciate. East Asia has this extraordinary mix of ancient tradition and relentless modernity sitting right next to each other. Southeast Asia is looser, warmer, endlessly varied — beach one day, mountain the next, city the day after. And everywhere you go, the food alone justifies the flight. Book your flights to the Far East with Dialtotravel and step into a part of the world that genuinely delivers on every expectation.
Popular Destinations in the Far East
Tokyo operates at its own frequency. Neighbourhoods that feel like entirely separate cities, food at every price point that somehow all manages to be excellent, and a quiet orderliness that makes navigating it far easier than you'd expect. Cherry blossom season is everything the photos suggest. So is the ramen at 2 am in a basement somewhere in Shinjuku.
Loud, fast, and completely alive. Bangkok hits all the senses at once and rarely lets up. The temples are genuine — Wat Pho, Wat Arun — not just photo stops. The street food is some of the best in the world. And the city has a nightlife and rooftop bar scene that runs until the city decides it's done, which is usually well after you are.
More than the Instagram version people sometimes expect. Yes, the rice terraces and the clifftop temples are real and worth every photograph. But Bali also has a cultural depth — ceremonies, offerings, a pace of life built around something older than tourism — that rewards travelers who spend proper time there.
Efficient, clean, and genuinely exciting in ways that surprise first-timers. The food scene alone — hawker centres to Michelin-starred restaurants — could fill a week. Gardens by the Bay is spectacular after dark. And Singapore works perfectly as both a destination and a launchpad into the wider region.
Underrated and knows it. The Petronas Towers are iconic, but the city around them — the food markets, the colonial quarter, the mix of cultures that shows up most clearly on a plate — is what keeps people coming back. Affordable, easy to navigate, and a strong base for exploring the rest of Malaysia.
Vietnam moves fast, and Ho Chi Minh City is the proof. The streets are relentless, the food is extraordinary, and the history — the War Remnants Museum, the Cu Chi Tunnels — is handled with a directness that stays with you. Pair it with Hanoi and Hoi An and you've got one of the best value long-haul trips available anywhere.
Taipei, Taiwan
Often overlooked in favour of Tokyo or Bangkok, which means it's quieter and more rewarding for it. The night markets are the best in the region — Shilin alone is worth a separate trip. The mountains are accessible from the city within an hour. And the people are among the most genuinely welcoming you'll encounter anywhere in Asia.
Best Time to Visit the Far East
It varies significantly by destination. Japan is most popular in spring — March to May — for cherry blossoms, and autumn for foliage. Southeast Asia is best visited during its dry season, which generally runs November through April depending on the country. Singapore and Kuala Lumpur sit close to the equator and are warm and humid year-round, with rain possible at any time.
Book flights to the Far East two to three months ahead where possible — popular routes fill quickly, particularly during school holidays and the busy winter travel window.
How to Get There
The Far East is well connected from the UK through several major hub airports. Tokyo is served by Narita International Airport (NRT) and Haneda Airport (HND), both handling strong volumes of international traffic. Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the main gateway into Thailand. Singapore's Changi Airport (SIN) consistently ranks among the world's best and serves as a natural hub for onward connections across Southeast Asia. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) offers excellent regional connectivity, while Nguyen Van Linh International Airport (SGN) serves Ho Chi Minh City and Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) handles Taipei.
January to March and September to October tend to offer the most competitive fares — sitting outside the peak summer and Christmas travel windows. Flexibility on dates, even by a few days, can make a real difference.
Book two to three months ahead and target the shoulder seasons. Connecting flights through major hub airports can bring overall costs down meaningfully if you're not in a rush.
Direct flights from London to destinations like Tokyo, Singapore, and Bangkok typically run between eleven and thirteen hours. Connecting flights add time but can reduce the fare considerably, depending on your route and layover.
It varies by destination. Japan, Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia all offer visa-free entry for UK passport holders for short stays. Vietnam and some other destinations require an e-visa arranged before departure. Always check entry requirements specific to your destination well ahead of travel.
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