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.
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!
South Africa Travel Budget: Our 30-Day Expense Report
How much does it cost to travel South Africa? Check out our detailed South Africa travel budget with lodging, food, transport and more!
Mozambique Budget & Travel Report
Mozambique can be an expensive travel destination. Here is our own Mozambique budget and expenses over 30 days, including food & lodging.
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.
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.
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.
Kick-Around Days in Kuala Lumpur
Visits to amazing KLCC park, a short jungle hike in the middle of the city, a stroll along the River of Life, and dinner at a couple of our favorite KL eateries.
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.
Fort São Sebastião & Africa’s Oldest Chapel
Exploring evocative Fort São Sebastião, the oldest standing fort in Sub-Saharan Africa and home to the oldest European structure in the Southern Hemisphere.
7 Reasons Why We Love White Clay Resort in Coffee Bay
White Clay Resort in Coffee Bay is a place of supreme tranquility on South Africa’s Wild Coast. Find out why you should add it to your itinerary!
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.
Thabak Bomb Boats: Repurposing War Remnants in Laos
Beneath a river crossing in Thabak, Laos, passersby will discover something they won’t find many other places: boats made from remnants of American bombs.
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!
Is Lao Airlines Safe (and Reliable)? A Frequent Flyer’s Honest Review
Are you concerned about Lao Airlines safety and reliability? Here’s what you need to know to make an informed decision for your next trip to Laos.
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.
7 Fascinating Fort Kochi Places to Visit
When it comes to India travel destinations Fort Kochi is hard to top, offering travelers a number of captivating places to visit and things to do in a compact area.
Best No-Fee Debit Card for International Travel
Hate paying fees to access your money overseas? Here’s our no BS, road-tested take on the best bank & debit card for international travel and why.
Malaria & Travel: Cost of Malarone + Top Money-Saving Tips
Our Complete Guide to malaria prevention while traveling, antimalarial comparison, cost of Malarone vs. Larium, and how to save big on both!
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.
Crazy Train: Hanoi Train Street
Our top tips and trip report for visiting this one-of-a-kind, must-see place on your own, including a detailed map and considerations for experiencing Hanoi Train Street with young children.
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.
Jarabacoa: City of Everlasting Spring
Jarabacoa is nestled in the Dominican Republic’s Cordillera Central. We’ve come to visit a friend, hike some waterfalls, and explore a less-traveled part of the country.
Samaná Peninsula: Las Galeras & Playa Rincon
Our Dominican Republic backpacking trip takes us to Las Galeras on the the Samaná Peninsula for beach hopping and fun in the sun, including a hop over to world-renowned Playa Rincon.
Santo Domingo’s Zona Colonial
Day Two brought out the Dominican sunshine and people, allowing for a nice stroll around Old Town Santo Domingo and its many historical and fascinating sights.
Vientiane DOs & DON’Ts
Some helpful considerations for planning your visit to Vientiane. A couple may surprise you.
Old Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City)
Exploring (and processing) the sights, tastes, and complicated history of Ho Chi Minh City’s Old Saigon in southern Vietnam.
Lao Lake House: Review & Visitor Guide
Lao Lake House is a unique and welcoming resort homestay on a scenic lake one hour from Vientiane. How to get there, helpful tips, and more!
Champa Garden Restaurant
A 10km drive north of the city center, Champa Garden offers excellent Lao food in a unique aquatic setting, along with a sprawling Champa flower garden in a city where gardens are few and far between.
Hiking Wealth Coffee Nature Trails
Who says there aren’t any hiking trails around Vientiane? Today, we’re exploring a little-known corner of the area, with a unique coffee shop and miles of semi-shaded nature trails.
Backpacking Dominican Republic
This spring we took a trip down to the Caribbean to explore the oldest Western settlement in the New World and visit a missionary friend.
20 Essential Facebook Groups for Vientiane Expats
Vientiane can be a tough nut to crack for newcomers. Here are 20 game-changing English-language Facebook groups to help you get the most out of living in this unique and perplexing city.
Pantai Merakit & Bigfin Dive Camp
Back in paradise. Rounding out our two weeks in Malaysia with—you guessed it, more Borneo beach time!—at a remote, off-the-grid dive camp.
Petronas Towers & Jalan Alor Night Market
We make our necks sore and our tummy’s very happy making our way around some of Kuala Lumpur’s most iconic landmarks.
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.