Kampot is the sort of place that people rave about. When I read about it I got super excited, because it sounded like a hippie paradise – nothing but yoga, good vegan food, and chill vibes. And it is that, there’s some cool stuff to do beyond visiting Bokor Mountain, but be careful you don’t… Continue reading 5 Things to do in Kampot, Cambodia
Hard as it is to believe we have now been away on our mega-honeymoon for 73 days! We aren’t sure how much longer we have left, as this all depends on when the money runs out. But, it also highlights the fact that we don’t have a plan. We started this adventure on October 8th… Continue reading Planning Vs Going with the Flow
The last two points on this list might have you thinking that we didn’t enjoy Siem Reap but, actually, we had a lot of fun here. It is a fairly small city so easy to get around, a little expensive, but also packed full of great places to eat and have a drink with an… Continue reading 5 Things to do in Siem Reap, Cambodia
Before coming away for a long period of time there was a lot to do in preparation. Some of those things were time consuming and annoying, like clearing our house and repainting, and some of those things were expensive, like getting a year of travel insurance. One of those things though, is still difficult. Being… Continue reading Schrodinger’s Gecko (Or, Travelling with Anxiety)
Vientiane is the capital of Laos. But, unlike most capital cities that you’ll encounter, it feels more like a large town. This is nice for those of you that enjoy walking as, though tuk tuks are readily available, you can walk to pretty much every site worth seeing if you’ve the time and inclination. We… Continue reading 5 Things to do in Vientiane, Laos
If you’re reading this it’s possible you’re considering visiting 4000 Islands in Laos. I’m sure you’re already aware that there aren’t any trains in Laos, and that the best way to get around is a bus. You might be in Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng, or Vientiane, faced with the option of getting a sleeper bus,… Continue reading Worth the Journey – 4000 Islands, Laos
Disclaimer: We're over 30 and we're not into the 'party scene'. You may be under 30 and feel the same way, or in your 50's and love tubing. It's all okay. Vang Vieng was once an incredibly unlikely party town. That was until 2012, when the government shut down tubing, banned too many bars from… Continue reading 6 Things to Do in Vang Vieng if You’re Over 30
Vang Vieng is a small town approximately 4 hours north of the Laos capital Vientiane. Once famous among backpackers as a party town, over the years, the party scene has diminished and been replaced by a tourist industry more focused on outdoor activities. The scenery around Vang Vieng is stunning and so it is little… Continue reading Above Laos; Sunrise Flight
While in Chiang Mai we embarked on the Monk's Trail. The full Monk's Trail actually takes you to two temples - though it's easy to miss the second part of the hike if you don't know where you're going. This blog post will help you find your way to the top! Firstly you’ll reach Wat… Continue reading Hiking The Monk’s Trail – A concise step-by-step guide
So you've got 3 days in Luang Prabang, Laos? Perfect, because that's enough time to see all the good stuff and chill out. Here are some highlights - which days you fit them into is up to you! Food Budget: Head to the night-market, you can't miss it. There's a specific alleyway for food, and… Continue reading Luang Prabang – How to hit the highlights in 3 days
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