Asia
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Art & Culture
8 Philippine Festivals You Should See in Your Lifetime
The Philippines is known as the Capital of the World’s Festivities, and for very good reasons. Due to the prominent…
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6 Things You Must Know Before You Visit Manila
“Manila, Manila, I keep coming back to Manila,” says the ’80s Philippine hit song “Manila” by a band called Hotdog.…
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7 Tips for Night Markets in Southeast Asia
Night markets in Southeast Asia are a feast for the senses. The chatter of the crowd and the smell of…
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I Had a Wonderful Time in Vietnam… for $13 Per Day
It’s hard to spend much money in Vietnam – by ‘normal’ standards at least. But when you’re backpacking, it’s amazing…
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18 Fun and Quirky Things to Do in Tokyo
Westerners often find Japanese culture a little strange – in a good way. It’s different and intriguing, which is what makes…
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13 Things to Know Before You Go to Bukit Lawang, Indonesia
Bukit Lawang is a small village in Northern Sumatra, a popular destination for travellers who want to immerse themselves in…
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Chungking Mansions, Hong Kong – The World in One Building
We booked the cheapest accommodation we could find in Hong Kong. It ended up being one of the strangest buildings…
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The Five Best Day Trips from Hanoi
Bustling and colourful Hanoi is a lot of fun. However, during your stay you might want a change of pace.…
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Adrift on Inle Lake, Myanmar
Myanmar was like nowhere else I have ever been. Exploring this country felt like stepping back in time. The locals…
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Bangkok from Above – The Red Sky Bar at the Centara Grand
Bangkok is famous for its rooftop bars. They offer a chance to take a break from the bustling streets and…
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A Quick Guide to the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia
Emerald green tea plantations, juicy ripe strawberries, misty mountain tops, overgrown jungle trails, rolling hills and tiny villages – sound…
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Myanmar
Exploring the Temples of Bagan, Myanmar by Bicycle
My thigh muscles ached as I pushed the pedals of my bicycle slowly, the tires crunching along the dirt road.…
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India
India: A Test of Patience
We arrived in Delhi early afternoon. I had worked out the metro in advance and our hotel was only a…
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Myanmar
One Day in Mandalay
The second largest city in Myanmar, Mandalay was the last location of the royal capital before the country was under…
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Celebrating Songkran in Thailand
The Songkran Festival represents the Thai New Year, transformation, washing away the old year and getting a clean start. Thai…
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Siam Paragon Gourmet Food Hall, Bangkok – A Hungry Traveller’s Paradise
When I first started travel writing, I never thought I would be so keen to write a blog about what…
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Destinations
Overnight Sleeper Buses in India – What to Expect
Overnight sleeper buses are not as uncomfortable as you might think. Sure, they might not give you the best night…
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5 Reasons Why We Use Bangkok As Our Base for Asia Travel
We just visited Bangkok for the 4th time since 2011, you might wonder why we spend so much time in…
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India
32 Tips For a Safe and Enjoyable Trip to India
India is a bit of an intimidating destination, even for the seasoned traveller. It’s chaotic, intense, busy and overwhelming at…
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India
A Colourful Experience – The Holi Festival in Pushkar, India
When I realised that Lee and I would be travelling in India during the Holi Festival, I was thrilled. It…
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