Not only that, but due to climate, crowds and culture, November is a good time to visit Asia’s best places, which is why you need to get following guide before you go.
Bangkok, Thailand
This month’s festivals make a trip to Bangkok and its surrounds an unforgettable experience. Loy Krathong Festival of Lights takes place on the night of November’s full moon to celebrate the beginning of the dry season. Lit lanterns float up into the sky, while candles on lotus-shaped boats called Krathongs drift along the rivers, the festival is a spectacular sight across Bangkok.
Phuket, Thailand
The beaches of Phuket’s west coast also take part in Loy Krathong festival, and if you are a sports buff, you might be interested in the annual Laguna Phuket Triathlon, which has become known as one of Southeast Asia’s biggest sports events, with beach parties as well as athletic events for both participants and spectators. If you are looking for somewhere more tranquil, take a boat over to one of the nearby islands, such as Koh Yao Noi.
See more: Phuket Travel Guide
Con Dao, Vietnam
As the dry season begins in southern Vietnam, blue skies and sunny days are in store for visitors to Con Dao. Explore Con Dao National Park, and dive in the surrounding waters where you might be lucky enough to see a Dugong. You’ll also be just in time for Con Dao’s sea turtle nesting season.
Bagan, Myanmar
With the rainy season having passed over, but before the busy peak season and upcoming heat wave, November is an especially comfortable time to visit Myanmar. Visiting Bagan in November is the unforgettable experience of a hot air balloon trip over the different temples, stupas and the famous Irrawaddy River. A trip to Bagan at this time also coincides with Shwezigon Pagoda Festival, which is celebrated over 23 days throughout the month, with fireworks and candle processions among the festival revelry.
Hong Kong
Hong Kong gets an insane amount of rain in the summer, and November is the first of its 5 dry months. November is also the warmest of those 5 dry months, so it is arguably the best month of the year to visit. Hotels will not be particularly crowded, although business-oriented hotels are pretty full most of the year.
During your trip, you will want to take a traditional junk boat ride on the harbor and check out the sweeping city views from Victoria Peak, which you can reach by tram. Another cannot miss? Stockton, a hidden speakeasy-style whiskey bar in Central.
