Manila gets a lot of bad press, so I really wanted to visit it for myself and it wasn’t anywhere near as bad as people say. It reminded me of cities in South America because of the Spanish influence. The…
The good, the bad and the ugly about visiting Baguio in Philippines
Baguio is a pit stop on the itinerary for many backpackers and travellers to North Luzon in the Philippines. We visited at the beginning of the monsoon season, so we didn’t go to the other islands as the weather was…
How to visit Poring Hot Springs and trails in Borneo without a tour
If you want to chill out between visiting Kinabatangan and Kota Kinabalu then a visit to Poring Hot Springs in Kinabalu National Park is the perfect pit stop. This is your ultimate guide to how to get to the springs…
Your guide to watching the Phare Circus in Battambang, Cambodia
I highly recommend watching the Phare Circus while you’re in Cambodia as it’s a fun way to connect with the culture and support young people in the arts. Phare Ponleu Selpak – The Brightness of the Arts – is a…
Crocodiles and birdwatching at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve in Singapore
The Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve is my favourite place to find wildlife in Singapore so this is all about how to get there and how to spot the crocodiles and other creatures! How to get to Sungei Buloh To get…
My friend went into a drug-induced psychosis on the Thai island of Koh Samui
When I was 18, I visited Thailand to meet-up with my housemates from Australia, a British man called Tom and an Irish bloke called David. David had a friend from home called Jim, on a similar trip so they planned…
7 ways to have a wonderful time in Melaka in Malaysia
If you’re travelling in Peninsular Malaysia then you’ll probably fit in a trip to Melaka in so here are 7 ways to have a wonderful time while you’re here. We stayed in Once In Peninsula which was a great budget…
9 best apps for travelling Southeast Asia on a budget
Thanks to modern technology, travelling is now easier than ever and you can organise so much of your trip just by using your smartphone! An added bonus is that they can also stop you from being ripped off. I’ve travelled…
How to visit Vietnam’s DMZ without a tour and is it worth it?
Vietnam’s demilitarised zone or DMZ is a fascinating part of world history but it’s not the easiest place to visit independently and save money. This easy guide will tell you how to do just that. Read the overviews to decide…
Ethical Travel: Snorkel with manta rays in a safe and sustainable way
Snorkelling with manta rays is one of the most incredible marine wildlife experiences that you can have, so I’ve put together this guide for you to cover these areas: Without further ado, this is my complete guide to snorkelling with…
Holistic Travel: What to expect from a Balinese massage in Indonesia
Balinese massage is one of the most wonderful experiences that you can have while in Indonesia, but what’s so special about it? With so many myths of ‘happy endings’ and so many Instagram pictures of bloggers getting a luxury experience…
Safe backpacking: How to avoid landslides when travelling
If you’re travelling for a long time, you may visit areas during shoulder season, this means there may be a chance of landslides in some countries. If you are in a country where the weather is bad and there has…