Easily one of the most popular long-distance travel destinations is South East Asia, and for good reason. This region has it all – pristine beaches, tropical climate, gorgeous cuisine and accommodation prices fit for a backpacking budget….
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How to avoid scams in South East Asia
South East Asia has it all – sun, sea and 24 beach parties, but where there’s tourists/travellers there’s scammers and this part of the world definitely has more than its fair share (I think we averaged around three a day tried on us – taxis, gem shops, money exchange, sadly it’s one hell of a long list)…
Exploring Northwest India – Ladakh, Himachal Pradesh & the Punjab
From remote landscapes to the famously dangerous Leh-Manali Highway here is our guest writer’s journey through Northwest India…
What it’s like living in Ho Chi Minh City as an expat
One of our writers Emma Clair Kelly has moved from Ireland to Vietnam to start a new life teaching English. Here she talks about her first impressions of her new home Ho Chi Minh city..
15 of the most beautiful islands in Thailand
Millions flock to Thailand each year and with its reputation for having such idyllic beauty who can blame them? A downside is that the steady flow of tourists over the last decade has ensured it’s become increasingly harder to find an unspoilt Thai island….
Top 10 weird things to do in South East Asia
South East Asia has many wonderful places to visit and great things to do. It also offers some of the not-so-traditional and slightly crazy things to do that most people wouldn’t dream of doing back home, but hey isn’t that the joy of travelling? Here is my list (although I must say I don’t personally agree with all of them)..
Top 10 of the most beautiful places to visit in Laos
Nobody who takes a trip to Laos ever forgets it. One of the most rugged, unspoiled countries on Earth, Laos is like a lost world that has breath-taking mountain vistas, colorful mountain tribes, and majestic Buddhist temples around every corner. And yet even with its isolation and challenging terrain, it has also inherited a rich, tragic history as the most bombed country in the world.
Top 10 of the best located hotels in Bangkok
The Thai capital is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, but with a chaotic and sprawling city like Bangkok, it’s hard to know where to start. Backpackers tend to head for the craziness of Khaosan Road, tourists tend to base themselves as centrally as possible…
The best full moon parties in Asia
A crucial ingredient for any South East Asia trip is a ‘Full Moon Party.’ They are famous for copious amounts of alcohol, all-night parties, high spirits and spectacular views. The most famous of all Asia’s full Moon is held on Haad Rin beach on the small island of Koh Pha Ngan, but it’s not the only one – they can be found all over the continent…
Top 10 most beautiful places to visit in Vietnam
South-East Asia has one of the oldest and (most popular) backpacking trails in the world and many adventurous types begin their journey in Thailand and include Cambodia, Laos and Vietnam in their travels. There is also an increasing amount people taking holidays to Vietnam – drawn by a killer coastline and a curiosity about this fiercely independent country.