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I still can’t get over the Buddha Park in Laos. Not because of how amazing it is, but because it’s the last thing I expected to see in the country. I grew up thinking of communist countries having no religion. Why? Because John Lennon said so. I think I had some other friends confirm that. Then again, one rule of …
Read More » February 22, 2020
Budget Travel Guide: 5 Tips for Backpacking in Bordeaux
France is not one of the cheaper countries to visit in Europe. If you’re on a budget, definite…
February 10, 2020
What Do You Do With Only 48 Hours in Berlin
As the fifth-largest city in Europe, it can be very hard to decide how to spend only 48 hours in Ber…
February 4, 2020
Ending Up at Ao Nang Beach in Krabi was a Shock
I’d always heard the famous spots in southern Thailand were overcrowded, overpriced and not wo…
January 29, 2020
How to Spend 48 Hours with the Bordeaux CityPass
If you’re planning to spend 48 or 72 hours in Bordeaux, there are several reasons you should g…
January 18, 2020
Budget Travel Guide: How Expensive is Berlin on a Budget?
Back in 2016, I spent a week exploring Berlin on a budget without really knowing what I should be do…
January 12, 2020
How 48 Hours in Hamburg Made it Our Favorite German City
I’m going to start this one off by saying that 48 hours in Hamburg isn’t nearly enough t…
January 7, 2020
The Dinosaur Giant Lanterns at the Edinburgh Zoo Aren’t Just for Kids
To complete our Edinburgh Hogmanay celebration, Laura and I went to see the giant lanterns at the Ed…
January 4, 2020
Where to Find the Best Coffee on Your Travels
Coffee is like a food lover’s football. It’s a universal language across the globe, and …
December 29, 2019
Visiting Vianden Castle from Luxembourg City
If you’re planning to visit Vianden Castle during your journey to Luxembourg, here’s a g…
December 21, 2019
6 Interesting Facts About Luxembourg I Learned While Visiting
I learned some really interesting and unexpected facts about Luxembourg when Laura and I visited to …
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May, 2019
- 16 May
The Blue Lagoon in Laos is Nothing Like the One in Iceland
My expectations for the Blue Lagoon in Laos might have been a little high, considering I was thinking of the attraction in Iceland with the same name. There are actually three lagoons in Vang Vieng, Laos which are (sometimes…kinda…not really) blue, but the similarities end there. A Short History of Vang Vieng I’d never heard of Vang Vieng before two …
Read More » - 5 May
The UXO Museum Showed Me How the US Destroyed Laos
Laos is the most bombed country in the world per capita. The horrific story behind this and its ramifications are found at the UXO Museum in Luang Prabang. What is the UXO Museum UXO stands for UneXploded Ordnance. In other words, bombs that didn’t detonate. During the Vietnam War, from 1964 to 1973 the American military extended the war into …
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April, 2019
- 27 April
A Full Itinerary for a Day at the Kuang Si Waterfalls
After you take the Slow Boat to Luang Prabang, the first activity you should do is the Kuang Si Waterfalls. But Kuang Si is more than just the waterfalls, and some of the tours only give you two hours there. How do you make the most of your time on your visit? I went two times. The first time, I …
Read More » - 21 April
The Ultimate Guide to the Slow Boat in Laos
The Slow Boat in Laos refers to the river taxi that runs from the border of Thailand to Luang Prabang, the old capital of Laos until 1975. Here’s a complete guide for the tour, whether you book with an agency or purchase every step on your own. I originally went down the slow boat back in 2017 as one of …
Read More » - 15 April
What an Authentic Hammam for Men in Marrakech is Really Like
Before I went to Morocco, I had no idea what a hammam was, let alone whether I should try a hammam for men in Marrakech. What is a Hammam for Men I confess I may have thought of a Muslim harem when someone first mentioned the word “hammam.” A harem is the part of the household dedicated to women, while …
Read More » - 3 April
A Day in Baandam – Thailand’s Ultra-Eccentric Black House Museum
Most people head to Chiang Rai to see the White Temple or perhaps the Blue Temple, but I think the Black House Museum is the best attraction there. What is The Black House Museum In Thai, baan means house and dam means black (you put the adjective after the noun in Thailand). The name Baandam is literally that – someone’s black …
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March, 2019
- 16 March
5 Ways to Skip the Massive Crowds at the White Temple in Chiang Rai
Wat Rong Khun, also known as the White Temple in Chiang Rai, is the city’s most popular attraction and one of the most beautiful temples in the world. As such, the endless stream of tourists passing through the temple can become a little uncomfortable, and getting a photo without anyone in it is nearly impossible. Here are a few tricks …
Read More » - 13 March
The Pros and Cons of Being an Expat in Chiang Mai
The first time I came to Chiang Mai in November 2015, I was following a bunch of bloggers who attended TBEX Bangkok with me. I immediately fell in love with the northern capital of Thailand and resolved to make it my winter home base as much as possible. This is now my third time living as an expat in Chiang …
Read More » - 10 March
My Two Weeks Exploring Kuala Lumpur on a Budget
Kuala Lumpur was one of the last countries I visited in 2015. I went for two weeks to help at a hostel as a volunteer through Workaway. After my fast-paced travels through Europe in the summer, it’s been nice to slow down in SE Asia and take my time in cities. Somehow my two weeks in Kuala Lumpur still went …
Read More » - 7 March
An Honest Review of Mobike Rentals in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Not long ago, a new bike rental service opened up in Chiang Mai. Rather than renting from a store, you can now unlock bikes with the Mobike app. They’re cheap, they’re available all over the city, and they’re ready to break down at any moment. Here’s my review on the pros and cons of the Chiang Mai Mobike. Dirt Cheap …
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February, 2019
- 26 February
The Real Reason I Don’t Want to Visit Kuala Lumpur Again
I don’t like Kuala Lumpur. I hate to say it, but it’s true. I almost always try to focus on the positive side of my travels, but I also have the responsibility of giving an honest report of things, although I do try not to sound too negative; there’s another profession that does that. So while this is a post …
Read More » - 23 February
The Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur Are Better Than They Look Online
The Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur, Malasia are the most popular Hindu shrines outside of India. They have a level of beauty and wonder on par with Pandora from Avatar, and the macaque monkey population makes the experience truly memorable. Kuala Lumpur’s key attractions are centered in the downtown area. The Petronas Twin Towers and the KL Tower are easily …
Read More » - 20 February
Visiting the Water Puppet Show and Other Unique Attractions in Hanoi
During my week in Vietnam this year, I only made it to a couple of the main attractions in Hanoi. While the Street Food Tour and Halong Bay were the highlights of my visit, the other attractions I saw were really interesting. As one of the last five communist countries in the world, Vietnam has a really interesting culture, and …
Read More » - 17 February
Observing Chinese New Year in Kuala Lumpur
I wanted to write about what it was like to celebrate Chinese New Year in Kuala Lumpur, but there aren’t actually that many activities which could be termed celebrations. So this is simply the story of observing Chinese New Year, including both definitions of “observe” – upholding a tradition and watching from a distance. After my visit, I talked with …
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