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 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.
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.
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.
Portland’s Lan Su Chinese Garden: Guide for Visiting
Lan Su Chinese Garden is a peaceful and evocative oasis in the bustling heart of downtown Portland. Here’s what to expect plus 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.
Chalok Baan Kao Bay – Discovering 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.
Complete Guide to Staying in Interrorem Cabin
Want to escape the rat race? This historic stay just outside Olympic National Park might be your ticket! Essential tips and info for staying at Interrorem Cabin.
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.
36 Surprising Reasons to Visit Laos Soon
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.
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.
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.
Visiting Sala Keoku Park: A Guide for Travelers
Sala Keoku sculpture park in Nong Khai, Thailand is worth a visit! Check out our guide for travelers with colorful photography and helpful tips for planning your trip to Isan.
Hidden Laos: 7 Offbeat Things to Do in Vientiane
Tired of temples? Shake things up and check out this local’s list of unusual and largely-unknown things to do in Vientiane, with map links.
12 Things to KNOW About Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary
Insider’s guide for what you need to know before visiting Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary in Belize, the world’s first jaguar preserve.
Visiting the Floating Village of Kompong Phluk on Your Own
Helpful tips for visiting Kompong Phluk floating village on your own. How to avoid scams, how to get there, and when to visit.