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Asia is Earth's largest and most populous continent, located primarily in the Eastern and Northern Hemispheres. It shares the continental landmass of Eurasia with the continent of Europe and the continental landmass of Afro-Eurasia with both Europe and Africa. Asia covers an area of 44,579,000 square kilometres (17,212,000 sq mi), about 30% of Earth's total land area and 8.7% of the Earth's total surface area. The continent, which has long been home to the majority of the human population, was the site of many of the first civilizations. Asia is notable for not only its overall large size and population, but also dense and large settlements, as well as vast barely populated regions. Its 4.5 billion people (as of June 2019) constitute roughly 60% of the world's population.In general terms, Asia is bounded on the east by the Pacific Ocean, on the south by the Indian Ocean, and on the north by the Arctic Ocean. The border of Asia with Europe is a historical and cultural construct, as there is no clear physical and geographical separation between them. It is somewhat arbitrary and has moved since its first conception in classical antiquity. The division of Eurasia into two continents reflects East–West cultural, linguistic, and ethnic differences, some of which vary on a spectrum rather than with a sharp dividing line. The most commonly accepted boundaries place Asia to the east of the Suez Canal separating it from Africa; and to the east of the Turkish Straits, the Ural Mountains and Ural River, and to the south of the Caucasus Mountains and the Caspian and Black Seas, separating it from Europe.China and India alternated in being the largest economies in the world from 1 to 1800 CE. China was a major economic power and attracted many to the east, and for many the legendary wealth and prosperity of the ancient culture of India personified Asia, attracting European commerce, exploration and colonialism. The accidental discovery of a trans-Atlantic route from Europe to America by Columbus while in search for a route to India demonstrates this deep fascination. The Silk Road became the main east–west trading route in the Asian hinterlands while the Straits of Malacca stood as a major sea route. Asia has exhibited economic dynamism (particularly East Asia) as well as robust population growth during the 20th century, but overall population growth has since fallen. Asia was the birthplace of most of the world's mainstream religions including Hinduism, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, Jainism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Christianity, Islam, Sikhism, as well as many other religions.
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Economy Return Sydney - Tokyo fr $1040 & Free Japan Domestic Flights (Fly 3/8 - 30/11/2024) @ ANA

expired Economy Return Sydney - Tokyo fr $1040 & Free Japan Domestic Flights (Fly 3/8 - 30/11/2024) @ ANA

Just booked a Japan holiday with a "free domestic" stopover. The stop over was around $10 pp for me and I also changed some ungodly flight times. You must book it all on the same itinerary. …

South Korea ATM Withdrawals

Hey guys wondering if anyone has travelled to South Korea and knows where there are ATM's that don't charge an international operator fee. I'm with Macquarie bank which is fine on the …

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Scoot Return: PER/MEL/SYD - KL $313,$403,$492, PER - Chennai $467, MEL - SIN $394, Ho Chi Minh $373, SYD - SIN $450 & More @ BTF

expired Scoot Return: PER/MEL/SYD - KL $313,$403,$492, PER - Chennai $467, MEL - SIN $394, Ho Chi Minh $373, SYD - SIN $450 & More @ BTF

Big sale from Scoot, and to some new/less-often on-sale destinations! If looking at Vietnam, don't forget the Jetstar prices as well, and if China is on your radar, the Hainan deal is …

Help Me Decide Where to Stay in Seminyak

In September we are staying 9 nights in Bali, the last 4 are already booked at The Mulia in Nusa Dua. I'm struggling big time on where to stay in Seminyak for the first 5 nights. It's …

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Qantas Tokyo Ret Direct BNE/MEL/SYD fr $991, Indirect PER fr $1001, CBR fr $1094, ADL fr $1118, CNS fr $1233, GC fr $1235 @ IWTF

expired Qantas Tokyo Ret Direct BNE/MEL/SYD fr $991, Indirect PER fr $1001, CBR fr $1094, ADL fr $1118, CNS fr $1233, GC fr $1235 @ IWTF

Qantas is having a sale on flights to Japan. Flying: Qantas to Tokyo Flights are direct from Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane Cheapest Dates: Departing Brisbane, Adelaide and Canberra in Oct - …

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Singapore Airlines Tokyo/Osaka Return: PER $694/ $695, MEL $747/ $695, SYD $782/ $723, BNE $775/ $726, ADL $779/ $730 @ IWTF

expired Singapore Airlines Tokyo/Osaka Return: PER $694/ $695, MEL $747/ $695, SYD $782/ $723, BNE $775/ $726, ADL $779/ $730 @ IWTF

Singapore Airlines is having a sale on flights to Tokyo and Osaka Flying: Singapore Airlines Cheapest Dates: Departing Perth and Darwin in Feb/25. Melbourne, Cairns, Brisbane, Adelaide and Sydney …

Philippines in Aug/Sep - Wet Season - Experienced Advice, Please

Hi fellow OzB, Long member, first timer asking for help. I'm travelling with my wife to Phillipines in mid August to early September (little less than 3 weeks). I know it's wet season and …

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Kids Fly & Stay Free (eg 2 Adults, 2 Kids, Flights and 4 Nights in Uluru $295pp ex MEL, $311pp ex SYD) @ Jetstar Holidays

expired Kids Fly & Stay Free (eg 2 Adults, 2 Kids, Flights and 4 Nights in Uluru $295pp ex MEL, $311pp ex SYD) @ Jetstar Holidays

Jetstar is having a Kids Fly & Stay Free holiday package sale for various domestic and international destinations. As an example this package looks to be a great deal for Uluru: …

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Japan Airlines Return Flights Direct to Tokyo from Melbourne fr $933, Sydney fr $1007 (Fly Aug 24, Apr-Jun 25) @ IWTF

expired Japan Airlines Return Flights Direct to Tokyo from Melbourne fr $933, Sydney fr $1007 (Fly Aug 24, Apr-Jun 25) @ IWTF

Japan Airlines have reduced prices for direct flights to Tokyo. Flying: Japan Airlines direct to Tokyo Cheapest Dates: Departing Melbourne and Sydney in Aug/24. Melbourne in Apr - Jun/25 Included: …

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Jetstar to Bali Direct Return: DRW $310, PER $312, CNS $316, MEL $423, BNE $430, SYD $469, ADL $477 & More (Indirect) @ BTF

expired Jetstar to Bali Direct Return: DRW $310, PER $312, CNS $316, MEL $423, BNE $430, SYD $469, ADL $477 & More (Indirect) @ BTF

First Vietnam, and now Bali prices. Some great prices to be had on Jetstar, especially between Jul and November, and April to June next year. I've given some examples below. Note that the …

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One-Way Flights: Brisbane to Seoul from $269, Perth to Bangkok from $175 + More @ Jetstar

expired One-Way Flights: Brisbane to Seoul from $269, Perth to Bangkok from $175 + More @ Jetstar

This weekend’s “Fare Frenzy” has more of a domestic focus but still a few good international destinations on sale including the above with travel periods 26/09 - 10/12 for Brisbane to Seoul and …

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Jetstar to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Return: SYD $333 (Direct), MEL $355 (D), BNE $527, ADL $534, GC $547, PER $578 & More @ BTF

expired Jetstar to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Return: SYD $333 (Direct), MEL $355 (D), BNE $527, ADL $534, GC $547, PER $578 & More @ BTF

Vietnam is the new hot destination for Aussies, it seems, and there are some great prices to be had on Jetstar, especially between August and November, and April to June next year. I've given …

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Singapore Airlines Return: Direct to SIN from DRW fr $513, SYD fr $683 / Perth-Bangkok fr $551 + more @ Google Flights

expired Singapore Airlines Return: Direct to SIN from DRW fr $513, SYD fr $683 / Perth-Bangkok fr $551 + more @ Google Flights

Great Fares to Singapore or Bangkok on 5-star Singapore Airlines from 6 cities. Flights to Singapore are direct, while Bangkok flights have a stop in Singapore en route. These are 'economy …

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China Eastern Airlines Return: MEL/SYD to Xi'an (Direct) $490/$496, Beijing $528/$554, Wuhan $520/$591 & More (Indirect) @ BTF

expired China Eastern Airlines Return: MEL/SYD to Xi'an (Direct) $490/$496, Beijing $528/$554, Wuhan $520/$591 & More (Indirect) @ BTF

While the 5-star Hainan Airlines deal has exceptional prices on a great airline, they're always indirect via Haikou, and the timings may not be perfect for you. Definitely compare both, but …

I Travelled to China - Ask Me Anything

I travelled from Melbourne to Hong Kong for a layover, then spent a few days in Macau. From Macau, I went to Zhuhai and then to Guangzhou. From Guangzhou, I went to Shenzhen and then back to …

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Hanoi / Ho Chi Minh City Return Airfare + Hotel from SYD/MELB from $1,190 (2pc Baggage Allowance, Fly 2024) @ Vietnam Airlines

expired Hanoi / Ho Chi Minh City Return Airfare + Hotel from SYD/MELB from $1,190 (2pc Baggage Allowance, Fly 2024) @ Vietnam Airlines

This package has been designed by VN Holidays and includes a roundtrip international economy-class airfare with Vietnam Airlines departing from Sydney/Melbourne* to Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh City, 4 nights …

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Air China: Direct Return Flights to Beijing from Melbourne $455, Sydney $488 (Inc 2x 23kg Bags, Fly Oct-Nov 2024) @ IWTF

expired Air China: Direct Return Flights to Beijing from Melbourne $455, Sydney $488 (Inc 2x 23kg Bags, Fly Oct-Nov 2024) @ IWTF

Air China is having a sale on direct flights to Beijing. Flying: Air China Cheapest Dates: October - November/24 Included: 2x 23kg checked luggage, meals and entertainment $455 Return Melbourne …

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Economy Return Sydney - Tokyo $999 & Free Japan Domestic Flights (Fly 2/2 - 15/3/2025) @ ANA

expired Economy Return Sydney - Tokyo $999 & Free Japan Domestic Flights (Fly 2/2 - 15/3/2025) @ ANA

Travel dates: 02/02/2025 - 15/03/2025 Use the multi city option to add domestic flights. I checked Sydney/Tokyo with Tokyo/Osaka return and it came out to $1000.

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Felix Mobile in China

Has anyone successfully been able to use Felix mobile roaming in China? Missus and I both transfered over and took out the roaming option. However we are now in China and can't receive calls, …

First Time China Travel Help

Hey guys Heading to China for the first time for Travel/Tourism in Sept for 1 week. I have some general questions that I can't find answers to online. Can someone with experience please guide …