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…
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 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…
Spotting flying squirrels on a night walk in Sepilok Forest Reserve in Borneo
If you want to see giant red flying squirrels while you’re in Borneo at Sepilok, and you’re on a budget, then this is the guide for you. Visiting the Sepilok Orangutan Centre was a life highlight for me, but that’s…
How to get to and enjoy the UNESCO town of Vigan in Philippines
If you’re travelling around Luzon in Philippines, then chances are that you’ll head to the UNESCO heritage city of Vigan at some point. Vigan has a distinctly Spanish colonial vibe which reminded me of a lot of cities that I…
7 wonderful ways to enjoy Sagada in Philippines
If you’re travelling around Luzon in the Philippines, then you’ll probably arrive at Sagada at some point. Sagada is a lovely place for backpackers to visit, with a nice temperature, good food, nature and coffins! To see many of the…
How to visit Bali’s abandoned theme park (without a bribe)
My favourite experience in Bali, aside from snorkelling with manta rays at Nusa Lembongan was visiting the abandoned Taman Festival theme park near Sanur. This guide will tell you everything you need to know from a seasoned urban explorer as…