Hi Reader,

Maybe you’re planning to whisk your partner away on a grand multi-Aisan-Country adventure.

Or maybe you’re simply trying to agree on a trip with a friend, a parent, or that person who insists they’re “easygoing” but has very strong opinions once the itinerary appears 🫠

(We all know one!)

Whatever the situation, one thing matters more than you might think: not everyone shares the same travel love language.

☕️ Some travelers want slow mornings, spa time, and nowhere they have to be.

🏃 Others want a full itinerary and the deep personal satisfaction of having “done it all” by dinner.

Neither is wrong. They just require very different trips... and very different planning.

🗒️ A little note from Asia…

Since October 2023, I’ve (Tina) been living here — experiencing daily life, exploring different regions, and discovering what travel in Asia really feels like beyond the guidebooks.

From hidden cafés to sunrise temple visits, this isn’t just a destination we plan — it’s a place we live and experience every day.

Each week, we’ll be sharing a little inspiration and insight from different parts of Asia to help you imagine what your own journey could look like.

🌏 ASIA SPOTLIGHT: First Impressions of Southeast Asia

✨ Why we love it
There’s nothing quite like your first moments in Southeast Asia — the warm air, the scent of street food, the hum of scooters, the colours, the energy, and the incredible welcome from locals. It’s vibrant, layered, and full of sensory experiences that make you feel instantly alive.

💛 Perfect for travellers who…
Love culture, variety, and destinations that feel completely different from home. Especially great for experience-driven travellers and first-time Asia visitors.

⭐ Don’t miss
• Visiting a local market (morning or night) these can sometimes feel overwhelming at first but wow the treasures you will find.
• Trying authentic street food - There is nothing better than having a meal for a few dollars. You will likely see many vendors all serving the same thing but the spices will be different making each one unique.
• Exploring temples and learning local customs

💡 Good to know
The culture can feel fast-paced at first — but once you settle in, the rhythm becomes part of the magic. Give yourself a day or two to adjust and just observe.

✈️ Curious what country is best for your first trip to Asia? Hit reply — we’re happy to help you choose!

This edition breaks down common travel love languages and what they mean for pacing, accommodations, and experiences — because great Asian trips aren’t just about where you go.

They’re about expectations (hostel to luxury accommodations, rhythm, and designing days that actually work for the people travelling together. When a trip matches how you connect, everything feels easier — and a whole lot more enjoyable 🫶

QUALITY TIME: Travellers who crave uninterrupted time together with minimal distractions.

● Focus On: Fewer locations, longer stays, and private transportation

● Ideal Lodging: Boutique hotels or villas with built-in privacy

● Experiences They’ll Love: Scenic drives, sunset dinners, slow mornings, and spa sessions

EXPERIENCE-DRIVEN: Travelers who bond through doing and discovering.

● Focus On: Well-paced days with variety, balanced with rest

● Ideal Lodging: Centrally located hotels with easy access to key areas.

● Experiences They’ll Love: Guided tours to see the temples, hands-on experiences like Asian Cooking Classes, and light adventure hikes in the rice fields.

LUXURY & COMFORT: Travelers who want to be pampered.

● Focus On: Seamless logistics and minimal friction at every turn

● Ideal Lodging: High-touch hotels with attentive staff, thoughtful service, and a lower guest count.

● Experiences They’ll Love: Private tours to coffee/tea Plantations, under-the-radar experiences like boat tours to explore some of the local islands or a private dinner in a guest house for a true local vibe, upgraded everything

FLEXIBILITY FIRST: Travellers who crave spontaneity over structure.

● Focus On: Flexible framework with plenty of independent touring

● Ideal Lodging: Apartments or laidback hotels with easy access

● Experiences They’ll Love: Wandering at their own pace with outlined recommendations

BLENDED-LANGUAGE: Travelers who don't fit into one box.

● Focus On: High-energy days balanced with unstructured time.

● Ideal Lodging: Comfortable options with built-in amenities.

● Experiences They’ll Love: A mix of big, memorable days and slower moments with no

Not travelling as a couple? Still relevant!

These same travel styles show up on best-friends trips, sister getaways, mother–daughter travel, and group trips where personalities definitely matter.

Understanding how people travel together is often the difference between “that was fine” and “we should absolutely do this again!”

The best trips happen when the itinerary reflects how you travel, not just where you’re going.

And when different styles need to coexist, thoughtful planning makes all the difference ✨

Planning a trip to Asia with someone else?

It sounds exciting… until you realise everyone travels differently.

Some want slow mornings and spa time. Others want sunrise temple visits and packed itineraries.

So how do you design a trip that actually works for everyone?

We’ve put together a practical guide based on what we’ve seen from years of planning Asia adventures — and living here ourselves.

✨ Read the full guide here → How to Plan a Trip to Asia Together So Everyone Gets What They Want​

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Happy Travels,

Jayna & Tina

Asian Travel Specialists

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🥂 P.S. If you’re brainstorming a trip and wondering which destinations might fit your travel love language, hit reply! We're happy to suggest a few ideas to get the wheels turning.