There are many countries that form a part of the continent of Asia like the Islamic nations and the Southeastern countries of Nepal, India and Bangladesh. Asia has the largest land mass in the whole world and is a home to a majority of human population that is residing in the world. Most of the densely populated countries of the world are situated in Asia. There are a large number of countries that constitute this continent and as a result it is home to a wide variety of cultures and traditions. People of Asia are very strongly attached to their homelands and find it very painful to separate from their native countries.

Asian people are progenies of an umpteen number of ethnic races. It contains countries like India, Pakistan, Myanmar, China, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, Nepal, Sri Lanka and the developed countries of Japan and Russia. This continent is abounding with a variety of climates, lands and amazing landscapes. From Himalayas to the arid lands of Mongolia and Afghanistan, the continent of Asia is bestowed with amazing landscapes. Asia has a huge area of land and the western part of Asia comprises Muslim countries like UAE, Qatar, Iraq, Iran and Dubai and contains features of Arab and Iranian cultures. Asia has people following all the religions from Hinduism, Islam and Christianity. The continent of Asia is blessed with fertile lands in China and India and excels in agricultural production of food grains and rice.

Asian people are known all over the world for their strong cultural values and intelligent minds. This continent has given birth to many famous scientists, celebrities and politicians. Although this continent does not boast of many developed countries, many developing countries within this continent are on the threshold of becoming developed. Asia as a continent was initially under the colonial rule for a very long time except for the countries of Japan or Russia. Many nations like India, China, Pakistan and Afghanistan have suffered the brunt of oppressive colonial rule by Europeans and Americans for a very long period of time.

Times have changed now and the countries of this continent are embarking on the era of economic development like never before. Southeastern countries like India, Sri Lanka and China are experiencing amazingly high rates of per capita GDP growth. These countries have also made an effort to preserve communal harmony and unity by following a policy of inter-regional cooperation and forming associations for the above purpose like SAARC.They have also forged important trade alliances with each other to mutual boost economic growth.

With Asia’s immense size, and natural and cultural diversity, it can be daunting to the first-time visitor from the West. After a long period of instability and war, Cambodia has once again become a viable tourist destination. And Angkor Wat, which boasts around 100 temples, is undoubtedly the country’s biggest draw. From the heights of the world’s tallest building in Kuala Lumpur to the depths reached by divers off Borneo, Malaysia has something for everyone. China, with its population now well in excess of one billion people , has so much to see and do that it would require a lifetime to explore. Despite the fact that India is considered the world’s largest democracy, religion is present everywhere, and the great architecture that celebrates the faiths of Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs is not hard to find. To make the most of your time in Asia, there are some important factors to consider before you go. For instance, it costs a lot more to visit during peak travel periods, and these can vary even within a country. Also, remember to read the fine print for hidden costs (such as additional taxes) before you book a package. When you fly is as important as where you fly if you’re trying to save money on airfare. As with vacation packages, you can find the cheapest airfares to Asia on midweek days and in the low season. As a general rule, don’t wait any longer than about three to four weeks before you fly to book your tickets. This will help you save a lot more for your Asia vacation. And with Asia beginning to open more to the west economy we can see that they are willing to receive people from all parts of the world with a great smile and also giving the security of having a great time.

Turkey, which approximately has 71,000,000 inhabitants, is located both in Asia and Europe. The country is bordered by Bulgaria and Greece in the northwest region, Iraq in the southeast, Iran and Armenia in the east, and Syria in the south. Its capital city is Ankara but the largest is Istanbul. You can enjoy the best sailing charter Turkey in the south and west of the country’s 80 provinces.

Turkey is full of culture and tradition. Its history is very eventful and dynamic, but full of rage, conflict, and wars. It was handled by many empires. During the ancient times, particularly in 1800 BC, most of the country was inhabited by the Hittites. In 8th century BC, the Greeks occupied the country. After two centuries (6th century BC), Turkey became part of the Persian Empire. However, the Persians did not last long. Soon after, it was invaded by Rome in 395 AD and was administered as a province. Still, the country was invaded by the Ottoman Turks in the 13th century AD.

Cruising a sailing yacht in Turkey means sailing along the many gulfs and bays of the much indented Turkish coast. It is also a journey back in time, with an abundance of archaeological sites, castles and temples that catches its importance in ancient and medieval times.

The Turkish coastline is usually separated into three different cruising areas:

- The Lycian Coast: a wild and rugged landscape with an impressive display of mountains, cliffs and ravines.

- The Carian Coast: this is the most popular cruising area and includes the two largest yacht charter bases; Bodrum and Marmaris.

- The Ionian Coast: a coastline starting in Izmir in the north and reach all the way to Bodrum in the south. Here you will find the best climate in the whole of Turkey and a lot of culture.

The beautiful coast of the Ionian has been a favorite cruising ground by many avid sailors. The reason for this distinction is that the area has the best sailing condition in the whole country. Its shoreline covers Izmir up to Bodrum. The Ionian coast is an ideal yachting spot especially for bareboats and gullets. In the ancient times, Greek and Turkish sailors were amazed of the coast’s gentle winds and very favorable climate.

One of the country’s most attractive tourist activities is sailing along its calm, relaxing, and stunning sea waters. In particular, most tourist sailors go to the coasts of the Mediterranean and the Aegean. Aside from yachting, Turkey can also offer its historical and archaeological sites. You can find a some of the country’s ancient architectures in Istanbul (the largest and the former capital city). You can visit the world-famous Hagia Sophia, Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Pera Palas, Grand Bazaar, Galata Tower, and the Dolmabahce Palace. If you are not into prehistoric buildings, you can have a stopover to Istanbul’s modern shopping malls, which are among the largest shopping centers in the world.