If trekking is your passion then visiting Bhutan from the end of September until the latter part of November is the best time for you to visit. Seeing the majestic peaks of the mountains straining upwards into the clear blue sky is quite a sight to behold.

For those that like wildflowers in bloom, then the season to visit Bhutan is in the months of March through May. This is typically the second favorite season for which to travelers flock to Bhutan. Though it may be a bit cloudy and you may get some rain, the plant life and the abundance of birds during this season makes for some stunning vistas. Trekking and touring are typically popular tourist pastimes for this season.

The only season you are recommended to avoid is during the monsoons. The monsoon season is during the months of June, July and August. You may think you have seen stormy weather that included some vicious hurricanes, but the monsoon season in Bhutan is even more brutal.

Birdwatchers make time to visit the western area of Bhutan during the winter months. The southern jungles are thick with bird life and binoculars are almost a necessity if you are to be touring during this season. Winter days in Bhutan boast plenty of sunshine with just a hint of a nip in the air, though once the sun goes down it can be downright chilly. This is also a popular time for tourists to thrill to the sport of white water rafting.

If you visit during the months of December through February, there are certain areas of Bhutan that may be inaccessible because of snow. Traveling to Thimphu eastward to Bumthang may be a chore, so you may want to avoid these regions during these times.

No matter when you decide to visit the remote nation of Bhutan, nestled snuggly in the great mountain range of the Himalayas, you are sure to find a world unlike any other that makes any traveler’s must-see list.

Laos is unique in that for a socialist country it has opened its doors to tourists. Since the latter part of the 1990s, Laos has been happy to welcome visitors from all over the globe. The reason behind their campaign to attract tourists, “Visit Laos” was because the economy was in a downward spiral and it was thought that tourism dollars would help to boost the economy. Lucky travelers can now experience the wonder of the sights and sounds of Laos.

Khone Phapheng is the largest waterfall that can be found in Southeast Asia. Located at Si Phan Don at its southern end, it is also considered home to Irrawadaddy dolphins, a rare species. The waterfall is a stunning sight and the presence of the dolphins makes it even more so. Day trips for viewing the dolphins often include a visit to Khone Phapheng.

Another important sight in Laos is Pha That Luang. Not only is this monument important for its relation to the Buddhist religion, it is also a monumnet to the sovereignty of Laos. Looking upon it from a distance, it gives the impression of a cluster of gilded missiles. In the early part of November, the temple is the location of one of Laos’ major festivals.

Pak Ou Caves can only be reached by boat and one can be caught at Ban Pak Ou. It is a spectacular sight as the setting is carved into a cliff made of limestone that faces the river. Inside the cave there are a plethora of images of Buddha in every style and shape, but many of them represent the classic standing Buddha, Luang Prabang. Tours are easily arranged by tour operators as well as many of Laos’ guest houses.

Other popular places to visit in Laos are the cities of Vientiane and Luang Prabang. Luang Prabang was given the distinction of being honored as a Unesco World Heritage city for its stunning, tranquil natural surroundings as well as its unique and beautiful architecture. This city is one of the top tourist destinations in Laos.