Laos
Eating an Unripe Mango? Lao Style!
Mangoes are probably the most popular tropical fruit in the world. Originally from South East Asia, but are pretty much grown everywhere that has a tropical…
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Travel
Visiting Phnom Penh (Killing Fields) & Understanding Cambodia’s Tragic Past
Phnom Penh is a beautifully modern city; with an amazing riverfront, a beautiful Royal Palace, and winding alleyways housing a number of restaurants, movie…
Travel
Visit Nimman District! - Real Chiang Mai and Thai Hipsters?
Tourism in Chiang Mai, Thailand(fun facts) has thrived throughout the past fifteen years, and only continues to improve. Known for being the biggest city in…
Travel
Getting to Malaysia’s Bako National Park and Accommodation
The Malaysian side of Borneo is not often explored, in part because of the relative difficulty in getting there. However, once there, Borneo boasts an…
Travel Tips
Packing checklist and Tips for International Travel(SE Asia)
Let’s face it—packing for an international trip can be completely overwhelming. There are a lot of factors that need to be weighed, especially because items…
Travel
What are the Best Cafes of Penang, Malaysia?
In Southeast Asia, Penang is known to be a foodie’s heaven. Between the savory local street food and the abundance of delicious western restaurants, it’s…
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Koh Phangan, Thailand: Not Just a Party Island
Koh Phangan has, rightfully, earned itself a reputation as Thailand’s “party island.” The monthly Full Moon Party garners an almost obscene amount of…
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Exploring Bagan's Temples of Myanmar! Travel Info & Hot Air Ballons?
Bagan Archaeological Zone is an area in central Myanmar that is densely packed with ancient ruins and temples--more than 2,200, to be exact. Having earned…
Food
Yangon Bakehouse: Longing for Western Cafe Style food in SE Asia?
As every seasoned South East Asian traveler knows, there comes a point when you need a break from curry, fried rice, and street meat; from time to time, you…
Travel
A Day on Inle Lake, Myanmar, with Location Map
The city of Nyaung Shwe is easily accessible from any of the major cities in Myanmar (buses run daily from Yangon, Mandalay, and Bagan), and boasts one of…
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Visit Shwedagon Pagoda Now! Cost, Festivals and Important Info
Within only two and a half years of the border opening to tourists again, Myanmar (Burma) is quickly earning a reputation as a "must-see" country in SE…
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5 Must-See places in Hanoi
There is no shortage of sights to see in Hanoi, Vietnam; as the capital and second largest city in the country, the city of Hanoi is both historically and…