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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Tourists flock to Dubai for its shopping scene, massive skyscrapers, and luxury hotels. But they often miss out on more authentic experiences that Dubai has to offer. Dubai is a remarkable story of the late 20th and early 21st century. 50 years ago it was little more than desert, and now it boasts a population
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So you’ve been to the Eiffel Tower. The Louvre, Champs-Élysées, Notre-Dame. Probably Montmartre, the Latin Quarter, and Le Marais. But how about the Batignolles? It’s time to take a step off the tourist path – because there’s tourist Paris, and then there’s real, authentic Paris. And one of the best places to meet authentic Paris
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Should you stay in Interlaken? It depends what you’re asking. If you’re wondering whether the Jungfrau region itself is worth visiting, the answer is an unequivocal yes. But the answer grows more complicated when you take into account other towns in the region near Interlaken, which may offer a better experience.In the end, it all
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It’ll take between five and ten minutes to swim to Benagil Cave. This will depend on your swimming ability and the conditions of the day in question. Update: As of August 14th, 2024, swimming to Benagil Cave is prohibited with violators subject to heavy fines. Way to ruin all the fun, Portugal. Hopefully this article
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