Hoi An Ancient Town – An Incredible Time Traveler Experience
Hoi An Ancient Town is a stunning UNESCO heritage city, centrally located along the coast of Vietnam and more than worth a few days of your time.
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Climbing 6,300 Steps to Taishan Mountain – Detailed Guide + Trip Report
Climbing the 6,300 steps of Mount Tai (Taishan Mountain) is a UNESCO bucket list experience like none other⏤first-hand guide for doing it yourself!
Thakhek Loop by Motorbike: Detailed Guide to an Epic Adventure in Laos
Looking for adventure in Laos? Ride the Thakhek Loop! Interactive map, top sights, how to rent a motorbike, where to stay & more. The only guide you need!
20 Worthwhile Day Trips from Vientiane | For Travelers & Locals
A Laos expat’s handpicked list of top day trips from Vientiane for visitors and long-term residents, with insider tips for visiting each one.
16 Amazing Things to Do in Luang Prabang | An Insider’s Guide
A handpicked list of the very best things to do in Luang Prabang from two expats living in Laos – with lots of helpful insider tips for your stay.
11 Best Hotels in Penang for the Perfect Getaway
Planning the perfect Penang getaway? Here are the best hotels in Penang, featuring amazing 5 star hotels, beach resorts & boutique stays.
Tip of Borneo | Detailed Guide to Visiting Tanjung Simpang Mengayau
The Tip of Borneo is the rumored home to Borneo’s best beaches and sunsets! Why you should go, plus helpful tips and recommendations for an unforgettable visit.
10 Best Hotels in Udaipur for the Ultimate Getaway
Planning an unforgettable India getaway? We’ve put together the ULTIMATE list of best hotels in Udaipur – ALL INCREDIBLE 5 STAR HOTELS!
Darjeeling Toy Train | What to Know Before Riding the Himalayan Railway
The glory days of the Himalayan Railway may be gone, but the Darjeeling Toy Train rolls on! What you need to know for an unforgettable experience.
7 Unforgettable Things To Do in Tai O Fishing Village | Visitor Guide
Planning a trip to Hong Kong & Lantau Island? Don’t miss our essential guide to visiting Tai O fishing village with unique things to do at every turn.
Hong Kong Big Buddha (Tian Tan) | The Ultimate Visitor Guide
Planning a trip to Hong Kong? Don’t miss the Hong Kong Big Buddha (Tian Tan Buddha). It’s HUGE! Essential info for DIY and top tours.
10 Best Hotels in Darjeeling for a Perfect Hill Station Vacation
Planning an unforgettable India getaway? We’ve put together the ULTIMATE list of best hotels in Darjeeling, featuring 5 star hotels, luxury resorts & boutique stays.
Hanoi Food Guide: 16 Amazing Spots You Won’t Want to Miss
If you’re visiting Hanoi for its food then you’re in for a real treat! Our top picks of restaurants, bars & cafes you won’t want to miss in Vietnam’s vibrant capital.
13 Amazing Places to Visit in Udaipur in 3 Days
Planning the perfect trip to Rajasthan? Don’t miss these unforgettable places to visit in Udaipur, with top attractions, eats, & helpful tips!
10 Best Things to Do in Penang for First Timers + Families
Are you a first time visitor to Penang? Here are the very best things to do in Penang to prioritize in your travel planning.
That Luang Festival: An Insider’s Guide for Travelers
That Luang Festival is the most important religious festival in Laos. Find out when to visit, what to do, where to stay, and more!
Visiting the Golden Temple of Phnom Penh (Without Getting Lost!)
The Golden Temple of Phnom Penh is worth a visit but can be very tricky to find. A detailed guide to getting there and what to expect.
Visiting George Town, Penang: A First-Hand Guide
Helpful tips for exploring atmospheric Georgetown on Penang Island — Malaysia’s historic UNESCO settlement and foodie capital — with or without kids.
Penang’s Batu Ferringhi Beach: What to Expect and Is It Worth It?
Batu Ferringhi beach on Penang Island. A first-hand guide for what to expect, things to do, and more. Is it worth a visit? Here’s our review.
Penang Street Art: What to Expect
On top of being a major foodie magnet, Penang is also visited for its unique street art. Our final post on George Town offers an idea of what to expect, plus some of our favorite places to eat and drink.
Penang Hill Day Trip from George Town: Review + Visitor Guide
Just 5 miles from George Town’s bustling city center, Penang Hill rises 2,700 feet, offering stunning island views and a respite from the lowland heat.
Tropical Spice Garden & Tanjung Bungah
How to easily visit the Tropical Spice Garden and Tanjung Bungah in Penang. What you need to know and what to expect from your day trip.
Entopia by Penang Butterfly Farm: What to Expect + Visitor Tips
It’s impossible to plan a family vacation to Penang and not at least consider visiting Penang Butterfly Farm’s award-winning new project. We’ll see if Entopia lives up to the hype.
Cut-Off & Abandoned: A Visit to Siem Reap in the Time of Covid
We leave Phnom Penh for the first time in five months to visit one of the world’s most popular tourist towns, now completely devoid of foreign tourists.
Monkeying Around in Angkor Thom
Exploring’s Angkor’s “Big City”, braving temple monkeys at the Bayon, ascending the Temple Mountain of the Baphuon, and traversing the Royal Sword of Preah Khan.
We Get the Tomb Raider Temple to Ourselves! Angkor’s Ta Prohm
Ta Prohm, Angkor’s otherworldly Jungle Temple made famous by the movie Tomb Raider, is even more eerie when explored in the time of Covid.
Alone at Angkor Wat in the Time of Covid
Humbling, unsettling, awesome. What it’s like to experience Angkor Wat — one of the great wonders of the world — in the time of Covid-19.
Slow Boat to Luang Prabang (Laos): Insider’s Guide + Tips
Slow boat to Luang Prabang detailed guide. What to expect, safety tips, and common scams to avoid, from two expats living in Laos.
Review: Thavonsouk Resort (Diamond Gold) in Vang Vieng
Thavonsouk Resort (now Diamond Gold Hotel) in Vang Vieng review. Detailed trip report, tips, and what to expect from your stay.
Lessons on Life from a Journey to the Jungle Cave of Death
An unexpected journey to Tham Piu Cave (aka the “Missile Cave”) in the jungles of eastern Laos reveals humanity’s penchant for both destruction and compassion.
KL Bird Park: Exploring the World’s Largest Aviary
Visiting Kuala Lumpur? Don’t miss KL Bird Park! Read our trip report on exploring this amazing aviary with helpful tips for visiting.
Pandan Pandan Island Day Trip (Kota Belud, Malaysia)
A 3km paddle from Bigfin gets us to the beautiful little uninhabited island of Pandan Pandan. Uninhabited, yes—but far from deserted, as we quickly discover.
Konglor Cave: The Ultimate Guide for Travelers
Exploring Konglor Cave in Laos and its 7 km underground river by long tail boat makes for one heck of an adventure! All the essentials for your visit.
Sairee Village Koh Tao: Detailed Guide for Travelers
Planning a visit to Koh Tao? Check out our detailed guide to Sairee Village, the heart of the action, including what you to know for an unforgettable stay.
Chalok Baan Kao Beach: Exploring Koh Tao’s Chilled Out South End
Leaving the bulk of the divers and flashpackers behind in Sairee Beach, we head south, to a lesser trodden corner of the island.
The Two Faces Of Darjeeling Hill Station
Leave behind all preconceptions of what a Himalayan hill station should be like and Darjeeling, India will enchant and beckon you back for more. Here’s our report.
Buddha Park: Ultimate Guide to Visiting Vientiane’s Spirit City
Buddha Park (Xieng Khuan) just outside of Vientiane (Laos) is quite unlike anywhere we’ve visited. Read why you should visit, with tips on getting there.
Chaloklum Beach Koh Phangan: Guide for Travelers
Chaloklum Beach on Koh Phangan is a real paradise—low-key, stunning beach, and few visitors. Everything you need to know for your visit.
Night Ferry from Chumphon to Koh Tao: The Ultimate Guide
Detailed guide & trip report for taking the night ferry from Chumphon to Koh Tao, including helpful tips, photos, what to expect, and more.
India Travel Budget: We Track Every Rupee for 7 Weeks
How much is the cost of traveling in India? Check out our detailed India travel budget with lodging, food, transport, and more!
10 Best Yoga Retreats in Southeast Asia
A yoga retreat is an amazing way to explore an exotic destination while giving yourself the gift of time and rejuvenation. Here’s our handpicked list of Southeast Asia’s top retreats. Which one is calling you?
36 Reasons Why You Should Visit Laos
Long known for its relaxed pace of life and slow pace of development, Laos is poised for BIG changes. Here are 36 reasons why you should add Laos to your bucket list today.
Ayutthaya Day Trip from Bangkok | Detailed DIY Guide
An Ayutthaya day trip from Bangkok is easier than you think! Find out how to ride the train, what to see, where to eat, how to visit with kids & more!
Kep Crab & Kep Beach
We go crab-wild for Kep’s delectable delicacy, give Kep Beach another chance, and I give myself a minor injury at the area’s finest establishment.
Hiking Kep National Park
Starting off the new year with a bit of hiking in Kep National Park and trying our luck, once again, with sundowners and sunset views at the Sailing Club.
Disappearing Vientiane | The Endangered Architecture of a City in Transition
Capturing the unique and endangered structures across central Vientiane, some of which have already vanished.
Tak Bat (Sai Bat) in Luang Prabang: Essentials for Travelers
Tak Bat in Luang Prabang is a sacred and time-honored ritual. It’s also become a major attraction. Here’s how to visit respectfully.
Vietnam E-Visa: Detailed Guide + Top Scams to Avoid
Our complete guide for getting the cheapest, no-hassle Vietnam E-Visa, with step-by-step instructions for completing the e-visa application form online.
Batu Caves: Kuala Lumpur Day Trip
We ascend 272 neon-colored steps to explore sacred Batu Caves. It’s crowded, it’s kitsch, but a fun day trip by train with little ones from Kuala Lumpur.
Best Things to Do in Suzhou: A Guide for Travelers
From the evocative cobblestone-lined canals of Old Town to the stunning, world-famous classical gardens, Suzhou has a multitude of attractions waiting to be explored — all just a short trip from Shanghai.