Valentine’s Day is just a month away. Although the late marriage leave was2015ruthlessly canceled in2016, Valentine’s Day in that year coincided with the long Spring Festival holiday. Today, let’s share a few small Southeast Asian cities that are perfect for couples. If you haven’t figured out how to spend this Valentine’s Day yet, why not take a trip together?~
Japan · Otaru
If you’re visiting Japan with your lover, you can skip Tokyo and Osaka, but you definitely shouldn’t miss Otaru in Hokkaido. This small city is the filming location of the movie Love Letter, and winter with snowfall is the most romantic season here. In Otaru, you can walk across the crossroads from Love Letter with your partner, explore the dreamy Music Box Museum, then pick up an exquisite glass handicraft at the Kitaichi Glass No. 3 Building. This quiet little city in Hokkaido will surely give you an unforgettable Valentine’s Day memory.
Malaysia · Semporna
If you want to enjoy a private island holiday with your loved one, Semporna in Malaysia is a great choice. There are four islands near Semporna: Bum Bum Island, Mataking Island, Kapalai Island, and Mabul Island. Each has crystal-clear water, fine sand, and a serene environment. Kapalai and Bum Bum Islands offer beachfront and overwater bungalows that rival those in the Maldives, but at much lower prices. Choose an island to stay on, go snorkeling or fishing during the day, or just sunbathe on the beach. You don’t need much excitement—you can have a lazy Valentine’s Day here.
Laos · Luang Prabang
Before visiting Luang Prabang, you might think Laos is a boring place. But when you arrive in this hidden small city nestled in the mountains, you’ll discover how charming it really is: vintage cars parked along the road, colorful small houses covered in bougainvillea, and beautiful natural scenery. This lesser-known small city will definitely make you see Laos in a whole new light. Join the locals in the morning to offer alms to monks, stroll hand-in-hand through the old streets in the morning, cool off at Kuang Si Waterfall in the afternoon, and enjoy a “buffet-style” dinner that you can only get once in a lifetime. Isn’t this a Valentine’s Day with a unique charm?
Vietnam · Da Lat
Influenced by its colonial history, the mountain city of Da Lat has a strong French vibe: rows of colorful houses, countless cafés, and baguette sandwiches that each taste different. It doesn’t feel like Vietnam—it’s more like a quiet town in France. Winter in Da Lat lacks the humidity of other parts of Vietnam, offering only cool breezes and mild sunshine. Find a café by Xuan Huong Lake, order a traditional Vietnamese drip coffee, and enjoy a relaxing afternoon with your loved one.
Thailand · Chiang Mai
Artsy Chiang Mai has always been one of the favorite travel destinations for the petite bourgeoisie. The pace of life here is slow, and there are plenty of unique shops. If you visit for Valentine’s Day, you can also catch the winter cherry blossom season in Chiang Mai, when pink winter cherries bloom everywhere. StrollTAunder the cherry blossom trees—doesn’t that sound incredibly romantic?
2The month is coming soon, so take yourTAand set off together~!