Asia Travel Tips

Asia contains some of the fastest-growing countries in the world, with the development in these countries creating impressive economic growth. Because of this growth, Asia often offers investors some of the most profitable investment opportunities. Let's take a look at these rapidly growing countries in terms of their gross domestic product (GDP), a key in measuring the strength of a country's economy.

In recent decades, Asia has become a hotspot for tourists. Asian cities offer an incredible experience for visitors, as they are often able to see first-hand the preservation of Eastern culture and the impressive modernization of the cities. Here are the top Asian cities to visit, and the attractions that you cannot miss:

It was hot and humid outside of the Shangri La Hotel in Shenzhen last night. The smog-choked air made every breath difficult. Crowds of migrant workers filled the sidewalks while cars zipped up and down the streets urgently. Find out more about this incredible city and the growth happening there now.

It's been heavily publicized that Beijing has spent an incredible amount over the past seven years -- more than $33 billion -- on Olympics-related infrastructure projects. I'll tell you what to expect from China's big spending spree and which effects will spillover to after the Games.

Since we'll be hearing a lot about Beijing in the coming months as the Summer Games approach, I want to take an in-depth look at the city. Beijing is an interesting place full of history and culture.

I plan to visit Beijing at least twice a year. Beijing's cultural and artistic sophistication draws me back to the city again and again. Beijing can be a fun city to visit, but visitors need to know their way around in order to get the most out of their experience there. Here's a short list of things that you need to know if you plan to visit China's capital city:

Even though we're investors in China and the amazing growth happening there now, we also need to be alert to current global influences and past history lessons that could inform our investment strategy. Here's an example of what I mean:

Oil is always a hot topic on Wall Street, and it's a commodity that practically every country needs. I'd like to tell you about an often-overlooked emerging market that's benefitting from the rising price of oil.

Shenzhen is one of the world's greatest boomtowns, going from tiny village to major metropolis in just 25 years. The city has become one of China's financial centers. Read more about my trip to China and my visit to China Merchants Securities, one of the top brokerage firms in the country.

Recently, I paid a visit to Seoul, the capital of South Korea. It was a fascinating trip, and I'd like to share what I learned with you. Even though the country is relatively small, it has a thriving economy and is ripe with profit potential.

Several members of our China Investing Tour group expressed an interest in moving to Asia. I told them that where they move depends on what they want from China. If they want to make money in finance, Hong Kong is probably the top choice. If they want to get into manufacturing, Shenzhen is a good bet. Here's why...