I've never read the book Eat, Pray, Love, nor have I watched the movie. But, nonetheless, I heard Ubud, Bali was an interesting place to visit for reasons other than "It's where that really good book/ film is set".
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#TRAVEL – Vietnam: Habitable Hoi An
If you only have the chance to visit one place in Vietnam, make it Hoi An! Hoi An is an ancient town, located on the coast in central Vietnam. It's one of those places where you stay longer than initially intended. I think I ended up staying 3 days longer than planned. If it wasn't … Continue reading #TRAVEL – Vietnam: Habitable Hoi An
#TRAVEL – Thailand: Koh Samet – A Convenient Paradise
Koh Samet is the perfect beach getaway for expats living in central Thailand, or for those staying in Bangkok a few days and seeking to escape the concrete chaos.
#TRAVEL – SOUTH KOREA: GLISTENING GEOJE
When thinking of countries that boast tropical islands, Korea isn’t exactly the first place that comes to mind. Then, I went to Geoje.
#TRAVEL – JAPAN: 3 Things to do in Arashiyama
Arashiyama, Japan is breathtakingly beautiful and should not be missed by anyone travelling Japan or visiting Kyoto.
Top 5 Things To Do In Hong Kong
Top 5 Things To Do In Hong Kong Hong Kong is one of the most famous places in the world. In February 2016, I was lucky enough to visit for a few days, and experience some of what 'Asia's World City' had to offer. Here is a list of my TOP 5 Things to do … Continue reading Top 5 Things To Do In Hong Kong
Top 5 Struggles of Long-Term Backpacking (and how to beat them!)
5 Struggles of Long-Term Backpacking (and how to beat them!) Any backpacker will tell you that their life isn't just one never-ending vacation. Yeah, you'll have some amazing experiences, meet fascinating people, and gain a deeper understanding of foreign cultures one could never garner from books and movies. But backpacking isn't easy—it takes dedication, flexibility, … Continue reading Top 5 Struggles of Long-Term Backpacking (and how to beat them!)
3 Ways to Keep in Touch With Your Parents While Backpacking
3 Ways to Keep in Touch With Your Parents While Backpacking Traveling the world during our younger years is liberating, to say the least. It helps us expand our psyche and learn about our surrounding environment more thoroughly - although, it often comes at a price. We’ve previously written about how difficult it can be … Continue reading 3 Ways to Keep in Touch With Your Parents While Backpacking
#TRAVEL – THAILAND: KOH WOW!
During my 18 months in Thailand, I naturally explored most of the country, but there were still some stones I’d left unturned—so in December 2015 I decided to take a short vacation to the Thai island, Koh Tao, and check out somewhere I had yet to visit. Koh Tao is located a short ferry ride … Continue reading #TRAVEL – THAILAND: KOH WOW!
Top Packing Mistakes of Rookie Travellers
Many rookie backpackers believe they need to invest in a whole new wardrobe before leaving home, but think again. That sweat-wicking insect-repelling ultra-lightweight quick-drying performance enhancing v-neck you got for *only* 55 bucks at REI? It’s still a $55 t-shirt. Remember that wherever you go chances are millions of people spend their entire lives there—local … Continue reading Top Packing Mistakes of Rookie Travellers
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