Asia
Shopping Phuket: The Ultimate Guide
It’s hard to know where to start to find the best shopping in Phuket. But what’s a vacation without indulging in some retail therapy? From a luxury, Phuket shopping mall to buying trinkets at weekend markets, shopping in Phuket is an experience on its own. So want to know where to shop in Phuket to…
Polonnaruwa Ruins - 10 Ancient City Highlights
From our visits to many countries around the world, the days spent exploring ancient city sites are some of our fondest memories. Historical ruins such as Cambodia’s Angkor Wat and India’s Hampi are a couple of spectacular highlights. So we were really pleased to find out that Sri Lanka had two ancient city sites to…
Our Favourite Day Trips From Ubud in Bali
We love Ubud and everything it offers tourists and expats, but having spent three months in Bali’s cultural capital, there were plenty of occasions when we wanted a change of scenery. There are so many things to do in Ubud itself which is why it’s such a popular destination, but there are also a number of awesome…
The Only Chiang Mai Park in the City Centre
It’s Sunday afternoon in Chiang Mai; you’ve been to all the temples, you’ve shopped until you dropped in all the markets and you’ve eaten enough Pad Thai to feed an army of Monks. You now just want to chill out, read a book and enjoy some peace and quiet. One of our favourite things to…
Malaysia Wildlife On Borneo's Kinabatangan River
As we approached Nature Lodge Kinabatangan we could see dark wood structures poking out of the lush greenery. Houses and huts hiding in the trees like shy jungle animals. All set in a garden that overlooks the muddy Kinabatangan River. It looked exactly like we were hoping. A tropical hideaway, a remote retreat, miles away…
How to Travel From Caticlan to Romblon, Philippines
The Philippines are a collection of islands in Southeast Asia. These islands are home to some of the most beautiful, historic cities, and some of the most beautiful sights in the world. Two of these beautiful cities are Caticlan and Romblon. These cities are home to many beautiful sights and plenty of tourist activities. Caticlan…
The Ultimate Guide of Best Places to Visit in Kathmandu
Nepal’s fascinating capital city of Kathmandu has a history that spans some 2,000 years, a rich culture, and a strong sense of spirituality. A major gateway to the country, most visitors to Nepal pass through the city at some point on their travels. It’s well worth taking the time to fully explore Kathmandu before dashing…
Bannamhoo Bungalows Pai - Our Review
As much as we love living in Chiang Mai, it’s always nice to escape the city for a few days. With Chiang Mai being in Northern Thailand there are some beautiful little towns to visit nearby. Last month we spent a long weekend in Chiang Dao, staying at the awesome Nest Resort. We really enjoyed being…
Hiking in Hong Kong - The Best Hikes With a View
Who knew that one of the most eclectic cities in the world has an amazing hiking scene? Hiking in Hong Kong is an absolute must during your visit. Hong Kong is full of vibrant hikes that range from coastal shore scenery to views over the top of the cityscape. Plus, hiking is one of the…