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.
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 ...
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Hoi An, Vietnam: A Mini Travel Guide
Hoi An is a stunning fishing village located on the Central Coast area of Vietnam in the Quảng Nam Province. The main draw for visitors is the beautifully preserved UNESCO Ancient Town area running alongside the serene Thu Bon River. The narrow streets and abundance of beautiful hanging lanterns will make you feel like you’re ...
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Highlights Of Travelling in Laos: Southeast Asia’s Landlocked Gem
This is a guest post from fellow travel-lover, Heather of The Urban Gypsy. You can read more about her travel tales on her website, and learn more about her in the bio below. In this article, Heather shares her highlights of a trip through Laos! Through all my travels I can honestly say that one ...
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