The Best Apps for Travel in Asia

These are the best apps for travel in Asia. Even better news, almost all of these apps are FREE.

These days there’s an app for just about everything! However, the apps you’re familiar with in your home country might not be the same as the ones you’ll need when you’re traveling in Asia.

In this article, we’ve included the most useful and popular apps that will help you navigate traveling around Asia, along with details about each app and how it can help you.

Most of these apps are available for both iOS/Android.

If you want more information about traveling within different countries around Asia, head to Asia Destinations.

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7 Best Scuba Diving Spots in Japan

This is a guest post from Tiffy, a.k.a. AsiaTravelBug. Tiffy has visited Japan 6 times. Her favorite cities are Kyoto and Tokyo and she would choose to visit Japan over Paris in a heartbeat. She is excited to share her picks for the best scuba diving spots in Japan!

7 Best Scuba Diving Spots in Japan

Japan may not seem like the most tropical of destinations for vacationing, but its unique geography actually makes it a perfect travel spot for enjoying the cold of the Japanese Alps one day and the tropical beaches of the southern islands the next. Southern Japan offers multiple diving destinations perfect for seeing the flourishing underwater ecosystem while providing a warm and relaxing climate to bask in. There are many options available for diving, but each area may present differing difficulties and skill levels. From easy dives for the beginning diver to advanced for the seasoned diver, Japan offers a scenic diving adventure for everyone.

Going Diving? Be sure you have travelers insurance that covers SCUBA.

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Japan’s Most Famous Tourist Destinations

Although we love traveling off the beaten path, the most famous destinations are popular for a reason and usually worth checking out! We are excited to share this article from D Scott Carruthers, a seasoned traveler and son of an Air Force Veteran, who spent time in Japan throughout his entire life. He shares the most famous tourist destinations around Japan, and whether they are worth visiting.

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