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…
5 essential things you need to know about booking transport in India
Train travel in India is a minefield and can be stressful so I’ve put together this quick and easy guide to tell you all you need to know in the least time possible, including all the links you need to…
31 things you need to know about trekking to Everest Base Camp in Nepal
Trekking to Everest Base Camp is on so many people’s bucket list and there are several things you need to know before you do it. Many people gloss over some of the more difficult parts of the EBC trek, and…
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….
11 easy and cheap things to do in Munnar in South India
Munnar is a great South Indian hill station to visit if you’re backpacking around Kerala, if you want to kick your boots off here then here are 11 easy and cheap things to do in and around Munnar. To get…
How to see the Ellora Caves on a backpacker budget
I absolutely loved the UNESCO-listed Ellora 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…
What did the Jantar Mantar astronomical observatory instruments in Jaipur do?
Some of the most fascinating historical buildings in India are the Jantar Mantar astronomical observatories, and I went to the one in Jaipur to discover what these intriguing instruments were actually used for. Jantar means instruments and Mantar means calculation…
Top tips to see Dambulla Caves and Sigiriya Rock in Sri Lanka on a budget
Sigiriya Rock and the Dambulla Caves are two of Sri Lanka’s most impressive historical sights and if you’re really short on time you could see them both in one day. If you are travelling independently on a budget using public…
Your guide to visiting Sri Lanka’s ancient city of Polonnaruwa and its wildlife
If you are in Sri Lanka’s cultural triangle then I wholeheartedly recommend the fascinating Polonnaruwa’s UNESCO-listed ancient city which I enjoyed as much as my trip to Sigiriya Rock. If you don’t already know, the foreign tourist price for Polonnaruwa is…
Visiting Bangladesh: Your Dhaka Survival Guide
Many people come to South Asia to visit India, Nepal or Sri Lanka, but if you want a cheap trip to a non-touristy place with friendly people then its worth adding Dhaka in Bangladesh to your itinerary. This is a…
How to get a visa on arrival for Bangladesh at Dhaka airport
I couldn’t find too much information about getting a visa on arrival for Bangladesh so I thought I would write this post to make it very clear for travellers to Dhaka who are eligible for it. In theory, if you…