Every time someone commented on me traveling alone the line from the incredibles came into my head, "fly home buddy, I work alone" and every time I try to think of a witty line in relation to traveling alone. But I can't. So here's my journey and advice on traveling solo. It's crazy to write …
In 1994 Halong Bay was designated Vietnam's World Heritage Site. Whether you've seen images online or visited the wonder yourself, there's no question as to why it gained the significant title. Imagine cruising along clear blue water, stood on the top deck of a boat, beer flowing, whilst your eyes lay upon clusters of mountains …
Top Gear famously drove the Hai Van Pass back in 2008, the pass is the highest in Vietnam (500 meters above sea level) and extends from Hoi an to Hue. If you're travelling to Vietnam, this should be at the top of your to do list. There are several ways that you can do the …
It was never part of my 'plan' to go to northern Thailand. But after hearing the hype about Pai, I cut my time in Vietnam short, to go explore the infamous place. If you're going to Pai, you first have to go round 700+ bends to get there. I recommend taking motion sickness tablets before …
My body was unable to sleep all night, flooding with anxiety of what was going to happen in the next few weeks. A 20 year old girl tackling Asia alone, I was excited but overwhelmed with the fear of the unknown. Looking back at the emotions I felt that night makes me now laugh. I …
After a month in Thailand I've learnt a lot of things. Some things I've learnt the hard way through bad experiences, but some knowledge I've learnt through the people I have met. MotorbikesIf you've read my Koh Tao blog, you'll know I had a crash on a motorbike. I ended up paying 10,000 baht, which …
The island that was made famous from the film "The Beach". Discovering the 1 mile Long Island, it was clear to me why the characters were so desperate to get to Maya Beach. I want to start this post off by warning people about transport to koh phi phi. Many people go from Koh Phangan …
