Thanks to some gorgeous scenery, Central Asia is slowly getting a name as one of the most fascinating trekking destinations in the world. From hiking among the soaring mountain peaks of Kyrgzstan to passing through the many scenic lakes in Tajikistan, hiking in this part of the world is wonderful. Add to it the excellent […]
Category Archives: Asia
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May
May
Sometimes my travel tastes can be a bit alternative. For example, I hated Vang Vieng, Laos’ most popular tourist destination (read about my failed hiking expedition here). I also wasn’t wild about Pai, a mountainous town in London that the world and his wife rave about. But Vientiane, the sleepy capital of Laos? Bloody loved […]
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May
May
Laos’ southern city, Pakse, isn’t famous for much. It’s widely known as a destination where ‘there isn’t much to do’. But the area is well worth a stay in – in fact, on my Laos itinerary, I advise travelers to spend the most time in this area. Why is that? Two words: Bolevan Plateau. This […]
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May
May
Luang Prabang is Laos’ ancient, religious city and is somewhere that I really took to. It’s a popular city in Laos, and is visited by most of the travellers who pass through, but it still manages to be completely authentic and doesn’t feel too tourist trodden. It’s home to religious buildings and traditional rituals, museums, […]
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Apr
Apr
This post was written by Sam, blogger and Vietnam expert, who blogs on Itching for Travel. Vietnam is a trending destination in Southeast Asia for both backpackers and location independent travellers. Some travellers spend three months exploring the length and breadth of Vietnam. Others teach English in Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Da Nang. […]
All Destinations, Asia, Laos, Overland Itineraries, Plan Your Trip, Road Trip Itineraries
Complete Laos Itinerary for the Whole Country
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Mar
Mar
Much of South East Asia is already very well explored. Everyone knows about Bangkok, Bali and the Vietnamese coastal route (although it’s still very easy to get off the beaten track in these places!). But somewhere that’s not given nearly enough credit is Laos. Laos does have a position on the ‘banana pancake trail’, but […]
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Mar
Mar
Langkawi Island is one of the most popular travel destinations in West Malaysia. Located just 3 hours ferry ride from Penang Island, Langkawi Island has been welcoming foreign travelers and tourists since 1986, when the Prime Minister Dr. Mahathir decided to develop Langkawi into a major tourist hub. It was then that Langkawi became a […]
All Destinations, Asia, Road Trip Itineraries, Vietnam
Full One Month in Vietnam Itinerary – No Stops Missed!
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Feb
Feb
Sitting at a kind of crossroads between the Orient and southeast Asia, with an incredibly rich and varied culture and history, Vietnam has some stories to tell. Not all of them good; many people can still remember the brutal war that took place there in the 1970s – and given this, it’s amazing how quickly […]
All Destinations, Asia, Protecting Animals, Sustainable Travel, Thailand
Is Elephant Nature Park Ethical?
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Feb
Feb
I, like most other travellers to Thailand, was very keen to see some beautiful elephants while travelling the country. There is something about these animals that’s just magical; they’re so peaceful and majestic, and seeing one in the flesh is a really awe-inspiring experience. But honestly, I’d kind of written off sanctuaries. I’d heard too […]
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Feb
Feb
Are you looking for the best three days in Bangkok itinerary? Read on to learn all about how to spend a few days in this vibrant city! The sound of horns fills the humid air and motorbikes weave in and out of stationary cars. Hordes of people rush around day and night. The aroma of […]