More Visa-Free Destinations in Asia for Pinoys
No visa? No problem!
by Meryl Medel | August 02, 2019
via Visit Maldives
Visa: Issued upon arrival
Maximum days of stay: 30 days
One of the most coveted island destinations, Maldives is a beach lover’s paradise. Spend the day relaxing on the white-sand beaches. Dive down and see the idyllic underwater views. Surf the high waves at Kuda Haraa. Make sure to maximize the quality of your place of stay, since you’ll probably spend most of your time at your resort. But there are also some resort options for budget travelers. Here are some tips for you when you travel to Maldives.
Kyrgyzstan
Visa: Issued upon arrival / eVisa prior to travel date
Maximum days of stay: 30 days
One of the few landlocked countries in Asia, Kyrgyzstan boasts of its natural beauty with many untouched mountainscapes and well-cared pastures. Get a unique nomadic experience by staying in a traditional yurt. Watch a game of ulak tayrish, the country’s national game, which people say is quite similar to polo. Visit the Kyzyl-Oi, or the Red Valley, and see the hues of the slopes change. Hike up to the Son-Kul, one of the highest mountain lakes in the world.
Mongolia
Visa: Visa-free
Maximum days of stay: 21 days
A destination full of adventure, Mongolia is where travelers can get a unique nomadic experience while roaming the unspoiled natural landscapes. Try going the land route to experience the Trans-Mongolian Express. Don’t be afraid to go on road trips to see the amazing changes in landscapes. Take a picture with the Chingis Khan statue. Explore Sukhbaatar Square and the Bogd Khaan Palace Museum, then drop by the local markets to find pasalubong.
Nepal
via Welcome Nepal
Visa: Issued upon arrival
Maximum days of stay: 90 days
Famous for nearby mountain peaks, Nepal is every hiker’s dream with most of the Himalayas’ most accessible and most iconic hiking trails within the country. Especially to Mt. Everest. But if you’re not a hiker, there’s still much more Nepal has to offer you. Get the real jungle safari experience in Chitwan National Park. Check out Lumbini, literally “The Lovely,” or the place where Siddhartha Gautama was believed to be born.
Sri Lanka
via Sri Lanka Travel
Visa: Issued upon arrival
Maximum days of stay: 30 days
With ancient ruins and beautiful beaches, Sri Lanka is a hidden gem that many travelers used to pass over in favor of other destinations. But now, there are so many things to discover around the country. Rent out these exotic Airbnbs to experience Sri Lanka’s natural beauty. Join the festivals all year round. Go white-water rafting in Kitulgala’s Kelani River. Maybe even volunteer at an elephant sanctuary while you’re there!
Taiwan
Visa: Visa-free (until 31 July 2020)
Maximum days of stay: 14 days
Only four hours away via air, Taiwan is a favorite destination among Pinoys, especially millennials. There are so many things to explore around Taiwan despite being on a budget. Take photos as you walk around Jiufen Old Street. Visit the Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall. Go on a bubble tea tour around the city where it came from. Shop at the Shilin Night Market and buy pasalubong for your friends and family.
Tajikistan
via Visit Pamirs
Visa: Issued upon arrival / eVisa
Maximum days of stay: 45 days
Another landlocked country, Tajikistan, and its natural landscapes are perfect for the nomadic experience. Must-visits in this country are the two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Tajik National Park, or the Mountains of the Pamirs, and the proto-urban site of Sarazm, which shows how human settlements developed in Central Asia.
Have you been to any of these countries? Watch out for our next piece on visa-free countries!
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