SOUTHEAST ASIA
11 Budget Travel Tips for Thailand
The following article on budget travel tips for Thailand is a guest post by Bradley. Southeast Asia is famous for being one of the best regions to visit for budget backpackers. And Thailand is no exception to the rule. You can travel through the country on as little...
An Incredible 5-Day Siargao Itinerary (Philippines)
The following article on Siargao itinerary is a guest post by Krasen Jelyazkov People from all over the world dream of visiting a tropical paradise. These places can be seen on postcards, advertisements of travel companies, in favorite Instagram images, and even on...
Things to Do in Bagan, Myanmar + Tips, Costs, and Where to Stay
The following article on Bagan is a guest post by Aurelia Teslaru Once upon a time, there were over 10,000 temples in Bagan. Just try and imagine 10,000 structures, similar in architecture, all crammed in a 13 by 8 kilometers area. It must have been the most...
Backpacking Myanmar: Itinerary, Travel Tips, and Costs
The following article on backpacking Myanmar is a guest post by Mimi McFadden When most people think of backpacking Southeast Asia, they usually skip straight to Thailand, Indonesia, Cambodia, or Vietnam and give a passing glance to the rest of the surrounding...
3-Day Bangkok Itinerary For First Timers (Thailand)
The following 3-day Bangkok itinerary is a guest post by Kate and Kris Bangkok is our favorite city in the world. It was the first place we landed in when we first left the UK back in 2006 and it’s never left our hearts. It’s such a huge city that there is so much to...
7-Day Bali Itinerary: Beaches, Adventures, and Culture
The following Bali itinerary article is a guest post by Pujarini Mitra Bali is one of those destinations that can't be fully experienced on a short vacation. This Indonesian island has been featured as a top travel destination across the world and draws thousands of...
How to Get to El Nido From Puerto Princesa (Palawan, Philippines)
Located at the furthest end of Palawan island, working out how to get to El Nido can prove a little tricky, however, it is this remoteness that can help to make it so desirable. Over the years, the transport system has improved greatly, and it is now much easier to...
A Guide to Backpacking Malaysia: Itinerary, Tips, + Costs
Malaysia must be one of the most diverse countries in the world. People, cuisines, languages, and religions all gather here from different areas of the world and make up this wonderful country teeming with character, adventures, and discoveries for curious backpackers...
Your Itinerary and Guide to Backpacking Cambodia
When most people think about Cambodia, they think of Angkor Wat. When you're home to the largest religious site in the world, it's kind of hard to pull away and be thought of for something else. But there's so much more to this country than a large temple...
A Guide to Backpacking Indonesia: Itinerary, Costs + Tips
Bhinneka Tunggal Ika, meaning “Unity in Diversity,” is what Indonesia's motto is and it couldn't sum up this country any better. An archipelago of over 17,000 islands, the fourth most populous country in the world, with religions from all spectrums being practiced,...
What to Pack for Thailand and What to Wear/NOT Wear
So you're sat there staring at your closet wondering what to pack for Thailand... It's going to be hot, but you can't run around in a swimsuit all day. You want to be respectful, but also not die of a heat stroke. You're wondering what the deal is with the toilets and...
Trekking in Bukit Lawang & Chilling in Lake Toba—Sumatra, Indonesia
There's a place in Indonesia full of beauty, a magical and massive lake and a jungle to roam where you'll meet our orange-haired ancestors. It's called Sumatra. Sumatra is just one of the many islands that's totally underrated in Indonesia. Millions flock to Bali and...