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.
Travel Guides
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.
Mitad del Mundo – Is Quito’s Equator Monument Worth Visiting?
Mitad del Mundo is one of Quito’s most popular day trips. But is it worth the hype? Here’s what to expect plus how to get there by public bus.
Sani Pass Day Trip: A Harrowing High-Elevation Adventure Into Lesotho
A Sani Pass day trip is a harrowing high-elevation adventure into Lesotho. But should you spring for the tour or DIY? What you need to know.
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.
Addo Elephant National Park
We spend a day driving through Addo Elephant National Park to try and catch a glimpse of at least one of the Big Five and it far exceeded our expectations!
Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre
A visit to Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre is not for the faint of heart, but crucial in understanding Rwanda’s recent past. Here’s what to expect.
Taquile Island (Isla Taquile): An Unforgettable Stay on Lake Titicaca
Visiting Taquile Island (Isla Taquile) is a unique experience you won’t soon forget! Here’s what to expect plus tips for your overnight stay.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
Cárnival Dominicana: A Guide for Travelers
Reveling in Dominican Republic Carnival — a lively, vibrant, and surprisingly competitive event in Santo Domingo. Here’s what to expect.
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.
15 Awesome Things to Do in Istanbul with Kids
Visiting Istanbul with kids? Here are our 15 favorite things to do in Istanbul with kids, geared to active families and adventure seekers.
Halong Bay 3 Day Cruise: The Ultimate Guide
Our complete guide to getting the very best Halong Bay 3 day cruise in Vietnam! Helpful hints, trip report, best cruise ships and more!
Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary & Jaguar Preserve
Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary is Belize’s premier jaguar preserve. What to expect, where to stay, what to do, and much more!
How to Get to Vientiane
Wondering how to get to Vientiane? Getting to Laos’ laid back capital might seem easy, but there’s a few things you should know before planning your trip.
Getting Around Vientiane
Getting around Vientiane isn’t easy. The Laos capital isn’t a major travel hub and bus options are limited. Here’s how to get around Vientiane like a pro.
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.
Kudat Day Trip: Secret Beach
Kicking things into high gear, as the search for the perfect beach continues. Today’s contender, a little-known beach in the extreme north of Borneo.
Vientiane DOs & DON’Ts
Some helpful considerations for planning your visit to Vientiane. A couple may surprise you.
Lao Zoo: What I Wish I Knew Before Visiting
The Lao Zoo may just be the most misunderstood zoo in Southeast Asia. The national zoo of Laos isn’t even really a “zoo” at all, but something far more interesting.
Vientiane Boat Racing Festival: An Insider’s Guide for Travelers
For some in Laos — the Boat Racing Festival is the big reward after a long, hard planting season.
For many, many more — it’s one more excuse to party down.
Baños Waterfall Route: An Unforgettable Day Trip
Riding an ATV along a narrow, winding Andean highway wasn’t something we ever planned on doing, or really even thought of during our backpacking trip along the Ecuadorian Andes. But when in Baños…