Malacca’s Beautiful Chinatown: A Photo Essay
While most westerners have heard of Singapore, Hong Kong, and maybe even Penang and Macau, very few have heard of Malacca (also spelled Melaka). However, that doesn’t mean that it …
Southeast Asia
The Ancient Ruins of Sukhothai, Thailand: A Photo Essay
Before Bangkok and before Chiang Mai, there was Sukhothai. Often cited as the first capital of the Thai empire, Sukhothai is one of the most important ancient cities in all …
The Top 5 Things to Do in Yangon, Myanmar [Guest Post]
Myanmar is Southeast Asia’s newest must visit location. Relatively untouched by tourism for many years, the whole country seems to still be in the past. Yangon (formally Rangoon) has been …
Laos: The Perfect Destination for Budget Travelers
There’s something special about Laos. Despite being the most bombed country per capita in history, the people of this often-overlooked country are full of smiles and eager to greet travelers …
5 Can’t-Miss Places to Visit in Southern Laos
While I loved everywhere I visited in Southeast Asia, I have a special place in my heart for Southern Laos. One of the least visited areas in the region, Southern …
Koh Tonsay: Cambodia’s Relaxing Paradise
For many travelers to Cambodia, their stay starts and ends with Siem Reap, site of the magnificent ruins of Angkor. A few of the more intrepid may make it to …