Destination

Southeast Asia

Short flights, simple visa formalities and strong value. Where most first trips abroad from Kerala begin.

Why this region

Close, easy and forgiving of first-time travellers

The flying time from Kerala to most of Southeast Asia is short enough that you do not lose a day at each end. Visa formalities are among the simplest available to an Indian passport, and English will carry you through nearly everything.

That combination is why it is the region we recommend most often to families travelling abroad for the first time, and to anyone travelling with elderly parents or small children.

It is also where the difference between a well-planned trip and a badly planned one shows up fastest. Distances inside Thailand and Vietnam are longer than the map suggests, and an itinerary that looks efficient on paper can turn into four internal flights.

A note on the MaldivesThe resort matters far less than the transfer. A seaplane transfer only operates in daylight, which can add an unplanned night in Malé at either end. We check this before recommending a resort, not after.
  • Simple visa formalitiesSeveral countries in the region offer visa on arrival or an e-Visa to Indian passport holders. Rules change — we confirm the current position for your dates.
  • Short flying timeMost of the region is a single overnight flight or less from Kochi, which matters more with children than any hotel feature.
  • Good value at every levelThe gap between a comfortable trip and a luxurious one is smaller here than almost anywhere else.
  • Easy to combine countriesSingapore with Malaysia, Thailand with a short cruise, Vietnam north to south — regional flights are frequent and cheap.

Where people go

Six destinations in this region

Journeys here

Packages in Southeast Asia

3 Nights, 4 Days Family holiday

Singapore — 3 Nights, 4 Days

A short first international trip that works well with children — compact distances, reliable transport and English everywhere.

Singapore

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