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.
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Ilha de Mocambique | Detailed Guide for an Unforgettable Time-Warp Getaway
Mozambique Island (Ilha de Mocambique) is an evocative destination like no other! Discover why, plus helpful tips for making the most of your stay.
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.
Ultimate Cape Town Itinerary | For the Perfect South Africa Getaway
Planning an unforgettable week in Cape Town, South Africa? Here’s the only Cape Town itinerary you need packed with all the essentials.
Battle of the Drums in Belize: First-Hand Guide for Visitors
Battle of the Drums is a celebration of Garifuna culture and one of the biggest annual events in Southern Belize. What to expect plus tips for visitors.
Garifuna Settlement Day in Southern Belize: First-Hand Visitor Guide
Garifuna Settlement Day marks the arrival of the Garinagu in Southern Belize, and is one of the most festive times to visit! How to experience it & more!
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.
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.
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.
Unesco World Heritage Sites
We love UNESCO World Heritage Sites! And make a special effort to seek them out wherever we travel. But what are UNESCO sites, anyway? Read on to find out (including our running list of visited sites).
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.
The Old Swahili Isle Of Lamu
Lamu, Kenya. It’s magical, it’s mysterious, it’s endangered. Travel tips and what to expect from a visit to one of the world’s ancient and remote corners.
16 Amazing Things to Do in Luang Prabang
Don’t miss these amazing things to do in Luang Prabang UNESCO town and beyond. All our favorites and insider secrets from two expats living in Laos!
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.
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.
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.
Ayutthaya DIY Tour: Fun & Easy Day Trip from Bangkok
An Ayutthaya DIY tour is the best way for independent travelers to visit this ancient UNESCO site. Here’s our complete guide for doing it yourself from Bangkok, plus helpful bonus tips for visiting Ayutthaya with young children.
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!
Inca Trail Trek to Machu Picchu: Complete Trip Report
Walking in the ancient footsteps of the Inca to Machu Picchu was a transformative bucket-list experience that surpassed all expectations. In this series, we detail our four-day Llama Path trek to the sacred Andean citadel.