Samantha Brown's Asia

Sam is delighted by the rich cultural traditions of Thailand, where she has a close encounter with elephants, gets a taste of her favorite dish on the busy streets of Bangkok and explores the picturesque beaches.

Sam heads to two of the most dynamic cities in China: Hong Kong and Macau. She hits the busy streets, encountering old Chinese traditions coexisting alongside remnants from the country's colonial past.

Sam heads to Cambodia, a country that has only been accessible to tourists for the past 20 years after a tragic history of civil war. She finds the country's current state, however, is one of optimism, peace and beauty.

Sam ventures to Vietnam for the trip of a lifetime in one of the most intoxicating places on Earth. She gears up for a trip full of adventure, compelling history, delectable cuisine and fascinating culture.

Sam heads to Malaysia, a country whose beauty is derived from a cultural landscape comprised of extreme contrasts. She finds a medley of traditional cultures and food, towering skyscrapers and larger-than-life characters.

Sam heads east to discover the Gateway to Asia -- Singapore, where she seeks to find whether old traditions can exist in an ultra-modern city of dramatic skylines and dynamic attractions.

Sam bridges Japan's traditional past and its ultra-modern present as she journeys from the megatropolis of Tokyo to the ancient imperial capital of Kyoto.

Sam discovers landscapes of lush rice terraces, swaying palm tree and white sandy beaches in Bali, the most popular tourist destination in Indonesia.