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TO: ASIA  
BANGLADESH  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will require an entry visa to enter Bangladesh. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid; diphtheria Vaccines sometimes advised: hepatitis B; rabies; tuberculosis; Japanese B encephalitis. A yellow fever certificate is required if entering Bangladesh within 6 days of passing through or leaving an infected area. Those without certificates will be detained for 6 days. Malaria precautions are essential in all areas, except Dhaka City, all year round. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
November to February. March to June is summer and April to May is the hottest with an average of 32. June to September is monsoon season. Cyclones occur between September and October. Much of the traditioanal festivities in Bangladesh revolve around the Bengali Year, the most important of them being the Bengali New Year or Pawhela Boishakh celebrations. The day is celebrated with much pomp and funfair. The picture to your left depicts a colorful rally in Dhaka City on that day. The Bengali New Year begins at dawn, and the day is marked with singing, processios, and fairs. Traditionally, businesses start this day with a new ledgder, clearing out the old. Faits and festivals are held all over the country, where singers sing traditional songs welcoming the new year. Food vendors sell traditional foods and artisans sell traditional handricrafts. The Bengali Calendar is based on ancient sub-continental calendars which was codified and standardized by the Mughal Emperor Akbar about 6 centuries ago. The start date of the Begali calendar was made to coincide with the start date of the Islamic calendar (i.e. the date of Prophet Muhammad's (pbuh) Hejira). The calendar is a solar one which is composed of six seasons that revolve around the region's agricultural cycle.
BHUTAN  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will require an entry visa to enter Bhutan. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid. Vaccines sometimes advised: hepatitis B; poliomyelitis; rabies; tuberculosis; diphtheria; Japanese B encephalitis. Yellow fever certificate required if entering from infected area. Malaria precautions are essential in southern low-lying parts of Bhutan only, all year round. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
October to March/April. March to June is summer with monsoons arriving in June and ending in September. January is the coldest month. October to April is the best time for trekking. Paro, April. The Tshechu is a festival honoring Guru Padmasambhava, "one who was born from a lotus flower." This Indian saint contributed enormously to the diffusion of Tantric Buddhism in the Himalayan regions of Tibet, Nepal, Bhutan etc. The biography of Guru is highlighted by 12 episodes of the model of the Buddha Shakyamuni's life. Each episode is commemorated around the year on the 10th day of the month by "the Tshechu." Thimpu Tsechu Thimpu, September. It is an authentically traditional festival full with color, excitement and mystical power. The dancers recreate the myths and legends of Himalayan Buddhism in a swirl of color, music and mystery. You may see a magnificent procession that re-enacts the battle, masked dancers take on the aspects of peaceful and wrathful deities, fine clothes, beautiful jewels, galloping horsemen, archery contests, monks in antique silk robes and more. On the last morning, at the culmination of Bhutan's religious festival if you are lucky you might view the rare display of stunning 'Thangka' four-stories-tall silk scroll painting. Only few tourists are allowed in the country each year to protect the country's ancient culture.
BRUNEI  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will be given a entry visa upon arrival for stays of less than 14 or 30 days. Australians require an entry visa prior to arrival. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid. Vaccines sometimes advised: poliomyelitis; diphtheria; tuberculosis; rabies; hepatitis B; Japanese B encephalitis (Risk is minimal in western peninsular Malaysia). Yellow fever certificate required if over 1 year old and entering from an infected area. Malaria precautions are essential in all areas. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
March to September. Warm all year round with average temperatures of 31. Rains are from October to January. Chinese New Year, This festival is celebrated by the Chinese community and lasts for two full weeks. It begins with a reunion dinner on the eve of the celebration which, traditionally all members of the family attend. Open house is declared and everyone is invited to feast on sumptuous spreads of food and drink. Unmarried youngsters are given "Ang Pow" - gifts of money in little red packets. Hari Raya Aidilfitri, Hari Raya is a time for celebration after the fasting month of Ramadhan. Prayers are held in the early morning of the first day at every mosque in the country. This day is usually an occasion for a family get-together. The second day is usually an open house day, an invitation for all to visit. Special festive dishes are made, including ketupat (rice cakes), satay (beef & chicken kebabs), rendang (spicy marinated beef) and many others.
CAMBODIA  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will require an entry visa for Cambodia which can be obtained upon arrival. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A, typhoid; diphtheria. Vaccines sometimes advised: Japanese B encephalitis, rabies, tuberculosis, hepatitis B, poliomyelitis. Yellow fever certificate required if entering from an infected area. Malaria precautions are advised in all areas, except Phnom Penh and the river delta, all year round.Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
November to Febrary. Dry season is November to April. The wet season is late May to October. Bonn Chaul Chhnam (Khmer New Year). Mid-April Cambodian New Year goes on for three consecutive days. The date changes, ranging from the 12th to the 16th of April, according to the Lunar Calendar. The Cambodian people prepare new costumes, decorate their houses and put up the National flag for the festivities. They offer food and desserts to their ancestral spirits through Buddhist prayers and play popular traditional games. Generally the games are played in the grounds of a monastery; foreigners are also welcomed to join these fun games. Boon Chroat Preah Nongkoal (Royal Ploughing Ceremony) 19 May - The inauguration of the rice planting season is marked by the celebration of Royal Ploughing Ceremony. Generally this is performed buy His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen, their title for the ceremony are Meakh (The Ceremony Star) and Me Hour respectively. Sometimes nominated people take their positions. Boon Dak Ben & Pchum Ben (Remembrance of Forefathers Ceremony)25 September Boon Om Touk (Water Festival)7-9 November
CHINA AND TAIWAN  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will require an entry visa prior to arriving in China. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid; diphtheria. Vaccines sometimes advised: Japanese B encephalitis; rabies (China only); tuberculosis; hepatitis B; poliomyelitis. Urban and densely populated areas are normally malaria free. Serious risk of malaria in China is now confined to a few areas not normally visited by package tourists or business travellers but may be visited by backpackers or voluntary workers. Urban and densely populated areas are normally malaria free. Malignant P.falciparum is present only on Hainan island, in Yunnan province and sporadically in Guangxi province. These areas are in the south-west of the China and the risk is minimal in large cities. Benign P.vivax malaria alone occurs in a few isolated areas in the 'flood' plains of the Yangtze (Chang Jiang) and Yellow (Huang He) rivers - specifically within the provinces of Fujian, Guangxi, Guizhou, Sichuan, Xinjiang (along the valley of the Yili river) and Xizang (along the valley of the Zangbo river). Isolated cases occasionally occur in other parts of the country. Yellow fever certificate required if entering from an infected area. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
China proper: Spring April/May, dry in the north pleasant in the south. Inner Mongolia: June to Mid-September. Warm with short rains. Silk Route (Xinjiang province): April and May dry and pleasant. Tibet: May to October is best weather for touring and trekking. Yunnan Province: Great all year round. Some rain mainly in July. Beijing Longtan Temple Fair Longtan Park, Chongwen District, Beijing, end of Dec to early Jan. - Dai Water Splashing Festival Yunnan Province, 13 - 15 April - Luoyang Peony Flower Fair Luoyang, Henan Province, 15 - 25 April - Weifang International Kite Fair Weifang, Shandong Province, 20 - 25 April - Yueyang International Dragon Boat Festival, South Lake, Yueyang, Hunan Province, 5th - 7th - Qufu International Confucius Cultural Festival Qufu, Shandong Province, 26 September - 5 October
HONG KONG  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will not require a visa for Hong Kong for stays of less than 90 days. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Vaccines sometimes advised: hepatitis A; hepatitis B; tuberculosis. Malaria precautions are essential in northern rural areas near China only, all year round. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
September to December and March to May. June to August is hot, humid and sticky. May to September is hot and rainy. January/February -International Lion Dance Tournament ñ This is the largest Lion Dance tournament in Asia, with teams from worldwide Chinese communities competing against one another. Birthday of Che Kung The Hong Kong Marathon 27th Hong Kong Arts Festival Chinese New Year (late January/early February).
INDIA  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will require an entry visa for India. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid; diphtheria. Vaccines sometimes advised: hepatitis B; rabies; tuberculosis; Japanese B encephalitis. Yellow fever certificate required if over 6 months old and entering from, or being in transit through, an 'infected area'. within the previous 6 days . Malaria precautions are essential in all areas below 2000m, all year round. There is no risk in Himachal Pradesh, Jammu, Kashmir and Sikkim, which are at high altitude. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
October to March. June to September have heavy rains thoughout India. If travelling to one certain area there may be a "best time" for your specific activity. If you would like further details please contact our office. Cavadee January - February, The Cavadee festival is celebrated in January/February. It is one of the most impressive tamil festival. The body pierced with needles, the tongue and the cheeks pierced by pins, the back with hooks often with citrons attached or tiny mugs of purification milk, the devotees in trance and in penitence, walk while carrying the Cavadee, an arc of wood, metal or plastic symbolizing the sacred mountains, covered with flowers with at the base at each end a pot of milk. The arc is laid down in the temple at the feet of the statue of a divinity. In spite of the long walk under the hot sun, the milk should not go bad. - Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadhan) 20th January- Holi February - March Holi is a Hindu festival of colours. Chinese Spring Festival 16th -18th February - Bienheureux Jacques Desire Laval Port Louis, 9th September - All Saints Day Mauritius, 2nd November
INDONESIA  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will not require an entry visa for Indonesia for stays of less than 60 days. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid; diphtheria. Vaccines sometimes advised: poliomyelitis; tuberculosis; hepatitis B; rabies; Japanese B encephalitis. Yellow fever certificate required if entering from an infected area. Malaria precautions are essential in all areas except Jakarta municipality city, large cities and the tourist resorts of Bali and Java, all year round. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
There are 10 climate zones for Indonesia. The average temperature year round is 30. It is a good idea to steer clear of the wet seasons. Sumatra: wet season is November to March. East Kalimantan: wet season is January to March, June to August and November. Bali: wet season is November to March. West Nusa Tengarra: wet season is October to March. East Nusa Tengarra: wet season is October to May. South Sulawesi: wet season is October to March. North Sulawesi: wet season is November to April. Halmanhera: no distinction between wet and dry season. Central Maluku: wet season is May to August. Irian Jaya: no distinction between wet and dry season. Traditional Boat Race Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan, August. Traditional Boat Races are held at the Martapura. river which runs through the city of Banjarmasin, to celebrate Indonesia's Independence Day on August 17. Malean Sampi West Nusa Tenggara, August Munara Art and Culture Festival Biak, Irian Jaya, August Uyon-uyon Muryoraras Yogyakarta, 1st August Tanjung Karang Pusentasi Festival Central Sulawesi, August 1-3 Timor Festival Dili, East Timor, September 30 Derawan Island Festival East Kalimantan, October 3-7
JAPAN  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will not require an entry visa for stays of less than 90 days. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Vaccines sometimes advised: Japanese B encephalitis. Malaria not normally present. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
April, May and October. March to May is spring which is generally dry. June to August is summer and very hot, rainy and humid. September to November is also dry. It gets cold in the winter months of December to February. Aioi Peiron Festival Aioi City, Nara Prefecture, Last Saturday & Sunday of May Deutsches Fest Naruto City, Tokushima Prefecture, First Sunday of every June New Year's (Shogatsu) 1st January Dezome-shiki(New Year Parade of Firemen) Harumi Chuo-dori Street, Tokyo, January 6 Usokae Dazaifu, Fukuoka Prefecture, 7th January, Otherwise known as the Bullfinch Exchange Toka Ebisu Imamiya Ebisu Shrine, Osaka, 9-11 January
NORTH KOREA  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will require an entry visa to enter North Korea. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid; tetanus. Vaccines sometimes advised: diphtheria; tuberculosis; hepatitis B; Japanese B encephalitis; poliomyelitis; rabies. Malaria precautions are essential in some Southern areas all year round. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
Ocotber and April. Most of the rain falls from June to August. The hottest months are July and August. Lunar New Year 1st January. Tano May 5 by lunar calendar. Chusok 15th August, The autumn holiday.
SOUTH KOREA  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will not require an entry visa to South Korea for stays of less than 30 days. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Vaccines sometimes advised: hepatitis A; diphtheria; tuberculosis; hepatitis B; Japanese B encephalitis; typhoid; rabies; poliomyelitis. Malaria precautions .are essential in rural areas in the far north of the country, all year round. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
Ocotber and April. Most of the rain falls from June to August. The hottest months are July and August. New Year's Day 1st - 2nd January. Hallasan Snowflake Festival Mt.Hallasan, Chejudo Island, 23rd - 31st January Taegwallyong Snow Festival P'yongch'ang-gun and Yong Pyong Resort, Kangwon-do, 6th - 29th February Independence Movement Day 1st March Chinhae Cherry Blossom Festival Chinhae, Kyonsangbuk-do, 1st - 10th April
LAOS  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will require an entry visa for Laos which can be obtained upon arrival. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid; diphtheria. Vaccines sometimes advised:; tuberculosis; rabies; hepatitis B; Japanese B encephalitis; poliomyelitis. Yellow fever certificate required if entering from an infected area. Malaria precautions are essential in all areas (except Vientiane and at high altitude where risk is minimal) all year round. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
November to March the dry season. The rains come in May and end in September with July and August having the heaviest rains. November to January are the coolest months with average temperatures being 28. Awk Phansaa Laos, October. Pi Mai Luang Prabang, April Vietnamese Tet & Chinese New Year Vientiane, Pakse and Savannakhet, February - Magha Puja Vientiane, February - Bun Pha Wet Laos, April
MALAYSIA  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will not require an entry visa for Malaysa for stays of less than 30 days. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid. Vaccines sometimes advised: poliomyelitis; diphtheria; tuberculosis; rabies; hepatitis B; Japanese B encephalitis (Risk is minimal in western peninsular Malaysia). Yellow fever certificate required if over 1 year old and entering from an infected area. Malaria precautions are essential. In western peninsular Malaysia the risk is confined to the Taman Negara National Park (around and east of Mount Tahan) and some remote inland forested areas not normally visited by tourists. The developed tourist areas of the Cameron Highlands are not normally a risk. In the eastern Malaysian provinces of Sabah and Sarawak (on the island of Borneo) malaria is widespread. However coastal urban areas of Sarawak are considered minimal risk. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
East coast March to Septemher, West coast December to August, Sarawak and Sabah March to September. East coast rainy season is October to February, west coast rainy season is September to November and Sabah and Sarawak rainy season is November to January. Labuan International Sea Challenge 25 Jun-26 Jun East Malaysia - Kotamas Flora Fest 1 July-30 July - Genting World Lion Dance Championship 1 July-30 July - Merdeka Month Celebration 17 Aug-16 Sept - Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival Nationwide 01 Aug- 31Aug 01 Dec 02- 05 Jan - Lantern & Moon Cake Festival ñ nationwide 21 September
MONGOLIA  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will require an entry visa for Mongolia. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid; diphtheria. Vaccines sometimes advised: poliomyelitis; hepatitis B; tuberculosis; meningococcal A & C; rabies. Malaria not normally present. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
Mid-June to mid-August. The frost comes in September, it gets colder and colder until mid-May. Naadam Festival Gorki-Terel, 11th - 13 th July & Thousand Camel Festival February
MYANMAR  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will require an entry visa for Myanmar. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid; diphtheria. Vaccines sometimes advised: hepatitis B; rabies; tuberculosis; Japanese B encephalitis. Yellow fever certificate required if over 1 year old and entering from an 'infected area' . Nationals and residents of Myanmar are required to possess a certificate of vaccination on departure to an infected area. Malaria precautions are essential in all areas risk is minimal in large cities and there is some seasonal variation in other areas which may need to be taken into account for long stay travellers all year round. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
November to February is the dry months. March and April are the hottest months with the rainy season being June to mid-October. Spirit Festival Taungpyone - Independence Day Yangon, 4th January - Harvest Festival Month of Februrary - Thingyan Venues across the country, February 12 - Water Festival Throughout the country, April - Boat Regatta Festival Kandawgyi Lake, December
NEPAL  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will require an entry visa for Nepal for stays less than 60 days. Most nationalities can obtain these visas upon arrival. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid; diphtheria. Vaccines sometimes advised: ; hepatitis B; rabies; tuberculosis; meningococcal A & C; Japanese B encephalitis (for eastern and low lying areas). Yellow fever certificate required if entering from an infected area Malaria precautions are essential in all areas below 1300m, all year round. The risk in Kathmandu and mountainous areas of similar or greater altitude is very small. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
Trekking months are October to April/May. General sightseeing is anytime from October to May. Maghe Sankranti Nepal, January - Gaijatra ( Cow Festival) Nepal - Maha Shivaratri Katmandu, February - Sri Panchami or Basant Panchami Court-yard of Hanuman Dhoka Palace, February - Holi Nepal, Feb / March - Buddha Jayanti Nepal, April / May - Teej and Rishi Panchani Nepal, August-September.
PHILIPPINES  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities may enter the Philippines for a maximum of 21 days. Those holding a British passport may only stay for a maximum of 7 days. If you will be staying longer you will need to obtain an entry visa. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid; diphtheria. Vaccines sometimes advised: tuberculosis; hepatitis B; rabies; Japanese B encephalitis; poliomyelitis. Yellow fever certificate required if over 1 year old and entering from an infected area. Malaria precautions are essential in all areas below 600m (except in provinces of Bohol, Catanduanes, Cebu and Leyte) all year round. Risk is minimal in urban areas and plains all year round. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
December to February is the dry and cooler season. Mid-May to December is the wet season with August and September being the wettest. Ati-Atihan Kalibo Town Plaza, 3rd week of January - Sinulog Cebu City, January - Kaamulan Bukidnon, September - Masskara Negros Island, October - The Feast of San Clemente Angono, Rizal, November
SINGAPORE  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will not require an entry visa for Singapore for stays of less than 30 days. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Vaccines sometimes advised: hepatitis A; hepatitis B; tuberculosis. Malaria is not normally present in Singapore. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
Great all year round as there are no distinct seasons. Traditional Chinese Street Opera Clarke Quay - Mini Gourmet Safari Various restaurants, Every Friday and Saturday evenings - Thaipusam Sri Srinavasa Perumal Temple and Sri Thandayuthapa, 31st January - Vesakhi Light-Up Selegie Road, 20th March - 18th April - National Holiday Singapore, 9th August - Mooncake Festival Singapore, 16th September
SRI LANKA  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will require an entry visa for Sri Lanka which can be obtained upon arrival. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid. Vaccines sometimes advised: tuberculosis; hepatitis B; poliomyelitis; rabies; diphtheria; Japanese B encephalitis. Malaria precautions are essential in the whole country (except the districts of Colombo, Kalutra and Nuwara Eliya) all year round. Yellow fever certificate required if over 1 year old and entering from an infected area. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
Great all year round as if it is wet on one side, it will be dry on the other. There can be rains November to February in the north east around Trincomalee. Independence Day 4th February - Vesak May- Kite Festival October - Deepavali November
THAILAND  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will not require a visa for Thailand for stays of less than 30 days. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid; diphtheria. Vaccines sometimes advised: tuberculosis; poliomyelitis; rabies; Japanese B encephalitis; hepatitis B. Yellow fever certificate required if over 1 year old and entering from an infected area. Malaria precautions are essential in Ko Chang and along the borders of Laos Cambodia and Myanmar, all year round. (There is very little risk in cities and main tourist areas such as Phuket, Pattaya, Bangkok, Changmai, the river Quai bridge area and offshore islands except Ko Chang) Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
November to February is the cooler and dry season. March to May is the hottest season with the monsoons coming from May to October on the west coast and October to April on the east coast. Bang Sai Umbrella Fair Festival Ayutthya, Jan 14- 16 - Flower Festival Chiang Mai, February - Magha Puja Thailand, February - Lampang's Annual Elephant Satoke Fair Conservation Center, Lampang, Feb 04-06 - King Narai Reign Fair Narai Ratchaniwet, Lop Buri, Feb 18-20 - Phawet Fair Princess Mother Park in Bueng Phlan Chai, March 04-05 - Poi Sang Long Mae Hong Son, 1st-3rd April - Pattaya Festival Thailand, Early April - Songkran,The Thai New Year Bangkok, 12th to 14th April
VIETNAM  
Visas Health issues
Most nationalities will need an entry visa for Vietnam. Visa requirements often change, so always check with the consulate for the most up-to-date information. Courses or boosters usually advised: hepatitis A; typhoid; diphtheria. Vaccines sometimes advised: tuberculosis; rabies; hepatitis B; Japanese B encephalitis; poliomyelitis. Yellow fever certificate required if over 1 year old and entering from an infected area . Malaria precautions are essential in rural border areas with Laos, Cambodia and China all year round. Always check with your local health professional 60 days prior to travelling.
When to travel Festivals
November to Februrary is the dry and pleasant season. March to May is hot and humid with averages temperatrues being 35. This is also the best time for trekking as it is cooler in the mountains. Typhoon season is July to November. Tet Nguyen Dan (Lunar New Year) 1st - 7th January - Dong Da Festival Dong Da, Hanoi, 5th January- An Duong Vuong, Hanoi City, 6th-16th January - Huong Hai Commune of Huong Dien District, 12th January - Vietnamese All Souls' Day 15th July - Elephant Race Festival Don Village, Dac Lak, 3rd March - Chu Dong Tu Festival Chu Dong Tu Temple, Hanoi, 10th-12th March