Southern Asia

Here you will find all of our posts from Southeast Asia and the Subcontinent. We’ve spent over 3 years in total travelling this region and consider ourselves to be Asia experts! It’s probably our favourite continent to travel (so far) and we can’t wait to return. For individual countries and other continents, refer to Our Destinations Page.

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Silom Road, Bangkok: Everything You Need to Know

Silom Road, Bangkok: Everything You Need to Know

Silom Road Bangkok is a great place to explore just beyond the usual popular sights of the city. Great food, accommodation and attractions can be found along this busy 2 km stretch running from Lumphini park, westwards towards the Chao Phraya River. There are so many things to do in Bangkok! We spent over 3 ...
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10 Awesome Things to Experience on the Gili Islands of Indonesia

The Gili’s are a trio of tiny islands situated to the east of Bali in Indonesia. A tropical paradise offering crystal clear warm waters, chalky beaches and rainbow coloured reefs. Each island has its own vibe and all are a haven for travellers looking to live the island life! Gili Trawangan is known for its party ...
Highlights Of Travelling in Laos: Southeast Asia's Landlocked Gem

Luang Prabang, Laos: A Mini Travel Guide

Luang Prabang, profoundly influenced by the French, unquestionably earns the title of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Although pricey for a traveller on a budget, this exquisite town in Laos is not to be missed under any circumstances. Give it a week at least to soak in the grace of this place, especially if you’ve ...
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Angkor Temples in Cambodia: A Guide to Planning Your Visit

One of the must see sights when visiting Cambodia is Angkor, the ancient former capital of the Khmer Empire. However, some advance budgeting and planning is advisable to enjoy this incredible complex of temples to its fullest. The famous Angkor Wat is just one temple amongst a massive 400 sq km Archaeological Park full of sacred ancient ...
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7 Amazing Places to Travel in Vietnam

There are many stunning sights around Vietnam and after spending 3 months there, we feel like we truly had a chance to explore the country from top to bottom. From incredible rice terraces and tribal villages in the northwest, to fast-paced Ho Chi Minh City in the south, Vietnam has something for every traveler and if you’re ...
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The Cost of Travel in Laos: Everything You Need to Know

Laos is somewhat of a ‘hidden gem’ when it comes to South East Asia. We were genuinely surprised by this lush, heavily forested country sitting quietly at the heart of the region just waiting to be discovered. Unfortunately, we were equally surprised by how expensive we found Laos to be, particularly in comparison to the hugely affordable countries of Thailand ...