A budget-friendly gem in Southeast Asia, that’s been well-loved by backpackers for decades, it’s not surprising that so many of us still head to Cambodia to enjoy its beautiful islands, interesting history and amazing UNESCO site of Angkor Wat. From snorkelling to kayaking, temple hopping to night market eating, Cambodia packs a lot in for […]
Category Archives: Asia
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Nov
Nov
Cat Ba Island is one of the best places to visit in Vietnam in my opinion, but it’s also a spot many travellers miss off their itinerary in this country… and what a shame. #1 Because Cat Ba Island has a lovely national park at its heart – a great place to enjoy some […]
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Oct
Oct
If there was ever a country that pushed choosing the best things to do there to the max, it was likely to be Vietnam. Vast and diverse, with more UNESCO sites, authentic culture, delicious cuisine and controversial history than you can shake a stick at, this Southeast Asian gem has it all. Home to […]
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Oct
Oct
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 […]
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Sep
Sep
Want to discover the perfect 2 week Cambodian travel itinerary in a handy, day by day format? Then this post is for you! 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 […]
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Sep
Sep
Krabi, a beautiful part of Thailand, has the most stunning scenery and things to do. From incredible white beaches, jungle landscapes, limestone crags and over 200 islands dotted around its coastal position, it’s no surprise therefore that this is definitely one of the most popular places to visit in Thailand, especially for budget travellers. But […]
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Aug
Aug
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 […]
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Aug
Aug
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 […]
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Aug
Aug
Heading to Malaysia and looking for the perfect itinerary? Then look no further! After all, it doesn’t get much more diverse and delightful than this 2 week travel plan for Malaysia. Because this Southeast Asian country really is the king of multiculturalism in just about every single way. From the food to the people, the […]
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Aug
Aug
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 […]