
Asia's most underrated destinations: These lesser-known spots (like Vietnam's Lan Ha Bay, pictured) will make you hungry for travel again. Click through to get inspired.

Nikko, Japan: Nikko National Park stretches across three prefectures and is home to some of the country's most striking waterfalls.

Tengchong, China: The town in Yunnan province is beloved for its bright-yellow gingko trees, which explode into color in the fall.

Bangladesh: Ahsan Manzil, nicknamed the pink mosque, is a nature break in the center of busy Dhaka.

Samosir Island, Indonesia: Inside one of the world's biggest crater lakes is an island with a unique cultural heritage.

Davao, Philippines: Though the country is beloved for its beaches, Davao is a bustling city with street food, night markets and Indigenous culture on display.

Dalat, Vietnam: Located in the highlands, Dalat's cool air makes it a popular place for locals to escape from the city.

Skardu, Pakistan: The Gilit Baltistan region is where some of the world's tallest peaks, including K2, dominate the sky.

Isaan, Thailand: The country's less-explored northeast is where you'll find sites like the ancient Khmer ruins of Phenom Rung in Buriram (pictured).

Kenting, Taiwan: Parts of the movie "Life of Pi" were filmed in this sunny stretch on the southern tip of the island.