The Mae Hong Son Loop is nothing short of a motorbiker’s dream. It’s a loop starting and ending (as a loop generally suggests) in Chiang Mai, the second largest city in Thailand. Not only is the scenery breathtaking, but the mountainous terrain makes for very entertaining roads – the Mae Hong Son Loop has over […]
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Laos is where the real ones go. Nearly all travelers to Southeast Asia go to Thailand. Many go to Vietnam, Indonesia and the Philippines. But Laos remains underappreciated, partly because it’s not the easiest to access, and it has a very remote feel. Laos is a stunning country. Luang Prabang is home to the most
Every other guide to the Blue Lagoons of Vang Vieng covers the same three – 1, 2, and 3 – and calls it a day. Not one of them mentions the lagoon that took the top spot on my list. Why? Because they were never there. There are more of these stunning turquoise pools scattered
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So like me, you’ve found yourself staying right by the airport in Phuket and are wondering what the hell there is to do. Maybe you’ve just gotten in, or maybe you want to stay close to the airport in order to catch an early flight. But regardless of how you’ve gotten into this predicament, you’re
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Welcome, gluttons. I’m going to share with you the best Thai food on the island of Koh Tao. I’m convinced that Koh Tao is the best island in Thailand. But if there’s anywhere it’s lacking, I have to say it’s the food. The average restaurant you’ll find here is pretty mediocre. I’m not quite sure
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Thailand was the first stop on my solo backpacking trip through Asia. I showed up with no real plan, after being told the country was a must. Turns out, the hype is justified. Thailand has everything: stunning islands, mountain roads built for motorbikes, incredible, cheap food, and a great backpacking culture. The flip side is
So. You’ve made it to Koh Phangan. Party central. The Ibiza of Asia, and all that. But who cares. Ultimately, an island is measured by its beaches. In my humble opinion. So I’ve taken the liberty of compiling a list of the best beaches Koh Phangan has to offer. With an emphasis on beaches where you
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