SOUTHEAST ASIA
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 favourite 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 complex....
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...
21 Krabi Beaches That’ll Make You Book Your Trip Today (Thailand)
Towering karst mountains and impossibly blue water, this is my second home... Krabi, Thailand. How lucky am I to have this as a place that's I've called home? I lived in Krabi for over a year and practically lived on the Krabi beaches around me, basking under the hot...
Backpacking Thailand: The Only Guide You Need to Prep for Your Trip
Thailand has been my second home for years and my favorite base that I've found after nearly eight years of traveling. Backpacking Thailand is how my adventures first started out in 2011! I'm hoping my in-depth guide here, from someone who lived in Thailand for about...
Chiang Mai to Pai and Back! The Best Ways to Get Around (Thailand)
Northern Thailand has so much to offer travelers, from rolling mountains, stunning waterfalls, busy cities, and a laid-back vibe, this part of the country truly has it all. One of the top tourist spots in Northern Thailand is the small hippie town of Pai, not too...
