Bali is known as 'island of the gods' for a reason. It's, in many ways, the ultimate tropical paradise. When you think of Bali, chances are you envision gorgeous temples, sweeping rice terraces, thundering waterfalls, fresh smoothie bowls, swinging monkeys, dramatic cliff vistas, yogis twisting into different shapes, or streams of incense floating in the … Continue reading An Unbelievable 10 Days in Singapore and Bali: The Ultimate List of What to Do & See
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The Ultimate 3 Month Guide to Experiencing Southeast Asia
Say the words, ‘Southeast Asia‘ and you’ll draw mental imagery of long-tail boats, white sand beaches, lazy rivers and rolling mountains, gorgeous temples, flaming street food, scooters on every corner, thundering waterfalls, lush rainforests, and ruins of civilisations past. It’s a part of the world that can overwhelm first time visitors with how much there … Continue reading The Ultimate 3 Month Guide to Experiencing Southeast Asia
An Unforgettable Two Weeks Exploring Southeast Asia
Say the words, ‘Southeast Asia‘ and you’ll draw mental imagery of long-tail boats, white sand beaches, lazy rivers, rolling mountains, gorgeous temples, flaming street food, scooters on every corner, thundering waterfalls, lush rainforests, and ruins of civilisations past. It’s a part of the world that can overwhelm first time visitors with how much there is … Continue reading An Unforgettable Two Weeks Exploring Southeast Asia
The Ultimate Guide to a Week in Japan
Japan is one of the world's most beautiful countries. From modern, bustling metropolises to smaller, zen-esque towns, Japan is where the future meets the past. Exploring Japan for a week, I couldn't get over how timeless everything felt. Until I travelled extensively in 2019, Japan was at the very top of my 'favorite places in … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to a Week in Japan
A Solo Traveller’s Best Friend: Pod Hostels
If you travel as much as I do on your own, and on a budget of any semblance, you've likely stayed at a hostel or two (or you know, ten ;)). While I may have saw charm in the communal aspect of hostels in my 20s, entering my 30s, not so much. Thankfully, pod hostels … Continue reading A Solo Traveller’s Best Friend: Pod Hostels
Why You Need to Visit the Gili Islands on your Bali Holiday
Three tiny islands, off the coast of Lombok, the Gilis are postcard paradise- turquoise water, white sand, swaying hammocks, leafy palms. Each island, with their own individual beauty and charm, the Gilis have become an incredibly popular destination. Gili Trawangan: Often dubbed 'Gili T', has some of the best partyingi n this part of the world. … Continue reading Why You Need to Visit the Gili Islands on your Bali Holiday
5 Reasons You’ll Fall for Flores
When people envision Bali, they dream of paradise, in every sense. Every sense, of course, unless your idea of paradise is a white, sand beach with sparkling, turquoise waters. The Bali beach reality is often rocky or grey sand with cloudy, cool waters. Not exactly the stuff paradise daydreams are made of. And, while I … Continue reading 5 Reasons You’ll Fall for Flores
Two Weeks to Travel the Best of Vietnam
There's more to Vietnam than meets the eye. Visiting Vietnam was a last minute, ‘sure why not visit’ addition to a trip that I planned with great excitement for Thailand, a place I'd been dreaming of visiting for years. In the end, it was Vietnam that stole the show. It was love at first sight … Continue reading Two Weeks to Travel the Best of Vietnam
15 Must Know Tips for Your First Backpacking Trip
When I set off in 2019 to backpack for an undetermined amount of time, I figured I'd be gone a few months- at most. Even though I'd booked a one-way flight, I knew how long I'd be able to travel would depend on how well I did working from the road. And, while I figured … Continue reading 15 Must Know Tips for Your First Backpacking Trip
The Ultimate Guide to Sai Gon, Vietnam
Sai Gon is Vietnam at its busiest- it's chaotic, crowded and noisy but so worth exploring. As the biggest city in Vietnam, many know it as Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC). When the South lost the war against the North, the city changed its name in 1975. Despite the name change, many locals still call … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Sai Gon, Vietnam