Foreigner prices can be found at tourist attractions all over the world – and the ethos behind it makes sense. You have more money so you pay more. It happens in South America, the Middle East and in African countries….
The ultimate budget guide to Hue, Da Nang and Hoi An in Central Vietnam
Central Vietnam is one of the most wonderful areas of Southeast Asia and there are loads of fascinating things to do in Hue, Da Nang and Hoi An. There is history to be explored, beaches to visit, delicious food to…
The good, the bad and the ugly about visiting Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City or the artist formerly known as Saigon is a popular city to visit in Vietnam, especially for those going to Phu Quoc Island, Da Lat, Hoi An or Mui Ne. I could write you a travel…
Have a wonderful day at Taiwan’s Taroko Gorge from Hualien on a budget
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…
11 wonderful things to see in Taipei on a backpacker budget
Taipei is an underrated East Asian capital in my opinion, and I loved the time that I spent here as its a relaxed capital but there’s still plenty of history, culture and things going on. Taiwan isn’t that popular with…
9 ways to have a wonderful time in Kaohsiung in Taiwan on a budget
Kaohsiung is a really underrated city and there is loads to do here, so I’m glad that I included it in my Taiwan itinerary. Taiwan isn’t that popular with backpackers yet but it should be, because its great fun and…
11 wonderful places to visit in Southeast Asia instead of Bali
I’ve just spent a year travelling around Asia and I’m going to let you in on a secret…Bali is overrated (in my humble opinion). Bali is one of the most crowded places I’ve ever been and most foreigners I’ve seen…
Beyond the Big 5: Fascinating wildlife to spot on Borneo’s Kinabatangan River
If you’re heading to Kinabatangan River, then you’ll probably be looking for elephants and orangutans, but there are so many other species that you might see along the way. Seeing wildlife on the Kinabatangan River was one of the most…
