Tips and recommendations for travel around the world, from someone who's been to 45 countries and counting!
Mount Fansipan is absolutely the highlight of any trip to Sapa. The highest mountain in Indochina, the incredible feat of engineering that is the Fansipan Cable Car means that you can visit with almost no climbing. This is a unique opportunity to visit a mountain that’s 3147m high without trekking!. Having said that, visiting Fansipan …
This article provides a guide to taking Vietnam sleeper trains. This includes cabin types, train types, food options, what the toilets are like and the author’s personal experience of taking the two different trains.
Hoi An, Vietnam, is a captivating historic city renowned for its well-preserved architecture and charming atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy quaint streets, cafes, and tailoring shops while experiencing vibrant nightlife. Various accommodation options cater to different budgets, and reaching Hoi An is convenient via Da Nang Airport. Spending at least two days is recommended.
. The Batu Caves are easily the most famous tourist site in Kuala Lumpur, and they’re well worth a visit! Made famous from Instagram posts of the stunning rainbow steps, the Batu Caves are a must-do on any trip to Kuala Lumpur. . While they’re not the most difficult or awkward place to visit, there …
.Malang, on Java island in Indonesia, is best known as a starting point for tours of Mount Bromo. But it’s worth spending a day in Malang around your bucket-list Bromo trip – it’s an interesting city with some amazing sights! . How to get to Malang Malang is in east Java, west of Yogyakarta and …
If you’re looking for somewhere in Indonesia without the mass tourism of Bali, or the crowds of Java, then visit Sumatra! This lesser-known island, just across the sea from Kuala Lumpur, is a beautiful off the beaten track destination for the more adventurous traveller. But that comes with complications – it can be very hard …
George Town is one of the highlights of Malaysia, a must-visit on any Malaysia trip. A Unesco World Heritage site, George Town combines history with splashes of breathtaking modernity, and of course, it’s famed foodie scene. Find out everything you need to know for your George Town visit here! How to get to George Town? …
Where is Skiathos? Skiathos is a relatively small island in the Greek Sporades island group. It’s further north than some Greek islands you might have visited before – north of Athens and in line with the boot of Italy. Other Greek islands, such as Crete and Rhodes are much further south. This impacts the weather …
Is Brasov worth visiting? Brasov is hands down one of Europe’s hidden gems. This is true of Romania as a whole, which sees relatively few tourists beyond the inevitable stag nights, but Brasov and the surrounding areas are an unknown paradise of fairy tale architecture, spectacular views and cultural treats. Is Brasov safe? I found …