Taiwan is a massively underrated destination for backpackers and if you follow my 9 tips to make your budget go further, then it is actually very affordable! It has the wonderful cities of Taipei and Kaohsiung, natural beauty like Taroko…
The good, the bad and the ugly about bus travel in Laos
Laos is great, whether you’re in Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang or the 4,000 islands then laidback fun is pretty much guaranteed. While I wholeheartedly recommend travelling in Laos, we had some of our most bizarre and ridiculously overdrawn journeys here….
How to visit the Vieng Xai Caves from Sam Neua in Laos on a budget
The Vieng Xai war caves are off the beaten track in Laos, but their fascinating history makes them well worth visiting. The caves are famous as they contained the headquarters for the Pathet Lao communist movement during the Secret War…
7 cheap or free things to do in Da Lat in Vietnam on a backpacker budget
If you fancy a cool breeze and a change of landscape in Vietnam, then head for the lovely hill station of Da Lat. The good news is that this is easy to do on a backpacker budget. Da Lat is…
How to see the ‘Big 5’ at Kinabatangan River on a budget of £100
Seeing wildlife on the Kinabatangan River was one of the most wonderful experiences that I’ve ever had, and you can do it cheaply and ethically by lodging in a homestay. We organised our trip through our homestay which is what…
Ethical Travel: Going for a seeing hands or blind massage in Asia
If you’re travelling around Asia then you may have seen signs advertising ‘blind massage’ or even read about them in your guidebook. This guide is all about this phenomenon began, how to avoid scams and why you should support these…
How to visit Cuc Phuong National Park on a budget from Ninh Binh
Staying in the Tam Coc area near Ninh Bình was one of the most beautiful places that I visited in Southeast Asia. It’s the perfect place to explore by motorbike and my favourite places that I visited was the endangered…
How to hand wash clothes effectively while travelling to save money
Whilst travelling in Asia, I’ve started to enjoy the routine of hand washing my own clothes on the road so I thought I’d share my 7 top tips with you. The main reason that I’ve come around to hand washing…
11 ways to have your most eco-friendly summer holiday ever
Summer is approaching and the beach is beckoning, but how can you make this year’s holiday the most sustainable yet? Follow my easy guide for an eco-friendly summer holiday that you and your family will love. This post may contain…
How to see the Ajanta Caves on a backpacker budget
I enjoyed the UNESCO-listed Ajanta Caves and it was one of my favourite places that I visited in South India so I’m going to tell you how to see them on a backpacker budget including transport and accomodation. We got a sleeper…
Fatehpur Sikri: How to have the best day trip from Agra on a budget
If you’re in Agra visiting the Taj Mahal, then why not go on a day trip to visit the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Fatehpur Sikri which is arguably more impressive than Agra Fort and it can be cheaper. Read this…
How to spend a perfect day in Mysore/Mysuru in South India
Mysore and its palace are a highlight for many backpackers travelling around South India on a budget and I am in complete agreement which is why I’ve written this guide to spending the perfect day in this wonderful Karnataka city….