Asia
Perfect South East Asia Packing List
It’s a classic isn’t it? The good old South East Asia route is perhaps the most worn of all the backpacker trails. But that doesn’t make it any less worthwhile. Oh no! Because if you’re travelling for the first, or perhaps travelling alone for this first time, then this part of the world can be […]
Ideal Cambodia Itinerary : 2 Weeks to See It All!
There’s many great reasons to travel Cambodia, after all this southeast nation is filled with historical gems, cultural curiosities, unique UNESCO spots and some seriously beautiful landscapes. And not to detract from any of this, but another great reason to travel Cambodia is because it’s fairly small and easily manageable, meaning if you’ve only got […]
11 Can’t Miss Things to do in Krabi, Thailand
Krabi, a beautiful part of Thailand, has the most stunning scenery including incredible white beaches, jungle landscapes, limestone crags and over 200 islands dotted around its coastal position. Perhaps it’s no surprise therefore that this is definitely one of the most popular places to visit in Thailand, especially for budget travellers. But what can you […]
Cameron Highlands, Malaysia : The Ultimate Guide
I’ve probably said it a million times before, but I’ll say it again now (why not!) Malaysia is a seriously diverse country. In fact, the sheer volume of different landscapes, terrains, cultures and cuisines this nation combines is actually amazing and certainly makes for a rich travel experience. And perhaps never was this made clearer […]
The Ultimate Vietnam and Cambodia Itinerary
Despite Vietnam and Cambodia bordering each other, you may be surprised to know that these 2 countries feel entirely different and that, stepping across the border into one and out of the other, will have you assuming you’ve been transported to another world. Crazy, I know! However, this does mean they make a great complimentary […]
Top Malaysia Itinerary : 2 Weeks on a Budget
In my opinion it doesn’t get much more diverse than Malaysia. Yes this Southeast Asian country really is the king of multiculturalism in just about every single way. From the food to the people, the landscape to the architecture, Malaysia is one giant jigsaw, a collection of societies layered on top of, and into, one […]
Kampot to Ho Chi Minh : How to Cross The Border
Hopping across borders by land is such a great option for budget travellers in Southeast Asia because often the distances are quite close and the prices low. But being in this part of the world means there’s always a few quirks and surprises along the way too! And for me, on this particular journey from […]
Things to Do in Chiang Rai, Thailand : An Itinerary
Up in the north of Thailand, Chiang Rai is a small, safe, relaxed city that is definitely worth visiting for at least a few days of your itinerary in this part of the world. A key stop over if you are travelling to or from Laos, Chiang Rai is located quite near the border with […]
Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang : How to Travel by Boat & Bus
One of the most fun border crossings I’ve made in Southeast Asia was from the northern Thai city of Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang in Laos, mainly because 2 days of the journey were made on a boat down the Mekong River! I mean sailing on the Mekong River to arrive at your destination does […]
21 Things to Know If You Backpack Cambodia
The little gem of Cambodia is a backpackers’ paradise! Offering a wealth of things to see and do, travelling here is easy and cheap, with tons of services, places to stay and transport set up especially for budget travellers. Offering a slower pace of life than you’ll experience in neighbours Vietnam and Thailand, those who […]
