Travelling around Taiwan isn’t too popular with backpackers yet but it should be, because its great fun and less expensive than you might think! If you’re doing a circuit around the island then I really recommend Taipei, Kaohsiung and the…
The cheapest and easiest way to see Philippines Ifugao rice terraces
Visiting the UNESCO heritage listed Ifugao rice terraces around Banaue in the Philippines is an incredible experience and there are no crowds like there are in Ubud in Bali. I noticed that there are not really many guides as to…
Ethical Travel: Visiting Bangkok’s Red Cross Snake Farm
‘Snake farms’ are common as tourist attractions around the world but they are often not very ethical. The Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute in Bangkok, is an attraction with a purpose, as the Red Cross extracts venom to use for antidotes…
A quick guide to temple etiquette for the major world religions
An important aspect of ethical travel is having sensitivity towards other cultures and an awareness of the correct etiquette when visiting religious establishments. This is a list of the most popular world religions by the number of worshippers and ones…
Where to find Malaysia’s urban wildlife in Kuala Lumpur
If you’re visiting Kuala Lumpur and you want to get a taste of Malaysia’s incredible wildlife, without going to Borneo then this is the guide for you. I found some beautiful creatures in Kuala Lumpur with very little cash and…
9 tips for a zero-waste, ethical and eco-friendly family Christmas dinner
It’s now December which means its time to start planning every part of your Christmas Day, including the best bit – what you’re going to eat for your Christmas dinner! The climate crisis is firmly on the horizon and plastic…