Kathmandu is an incredibly special place. If you are visiting Nepal, Kathmandu will most likely be the place you arrive at. And undoubtedly, you will hear people say it’s not worth spending much time in. Well, I disagree. It’s busy, … Read More
Panauti is one of Nepal’s oldest towns, and you may not have heard of it. But if you are visiting Nepal, then it needs to be on your itinerary. It is just as beautiful as some of the more well-known … Read More
Bandipur Nepal, is a charming little town you might not have heard of. But this post is all about why you should have, and why you should visit. It is a wonderful hidden gem of a town, offering a wonderful … Read More
Nepal. One of the most wonderful countries, with ancient temples, towering Himalayan peaks, chaotic cities, but above all, the most peaceful of places. I spent 10 days in Nepal, and it quickly became one of my favourite countries ever. Why … Read More
Chiang Mai, in the north of Thailand, is the slightly more laid back alternative to the chaos of Bangkok. Obviously this is still a city in Thailand, so it couldn’t necessarily be described as peaceful. But with a relaxed, historic … Read More
Koh Samui is one of the most popular islands in Thailand, and for good reason. It is an island paradise known for scenic views, beautiful beaches and good nightlife. But what to do in Koh Samui? And what are the … Read More
Nepal is known for its stunning beauty, and Pokhara is definitely somewhere to visit to enjoy this. It is Nepal’s second-largest city and the gateway to the Annapurna circuit, meaning it is hugely popular with trekkers. But, it is not … Read More
When visiting Mongolia, it is somewhere to immediately fall in love with. I would go so far as to say it is now my favourite country. I fell in love so much that I actually got home sick for Ger … Read More
It has been a few years since I visited Japan. But I wanted to put together a Japan itinerary on the places I went to, as this was a great introduction to the country. For anyone limited on time due … Read More
When I first visited Singapore, it was literally for less than 24 hours. However I loved it so much I persuaded my mum we needed to visit for a few days on the way back from our trip to Japan. … Read More
I didn’t know much about Malaysia before I visited and having no preconceptions about what I would see there meant I thoroughly enjoyed my time. Sometimes this country gets overlooked, in my opinion, by others in South East Asia, and … Read More
I have a confession to make about Thailand here. Well, actually a couple. Firstly, I wasn’t actually that bothered about visiting. It was more of a pleasant, necessary break in the middle of some hectic travelling around SE Asia. Secondly, I … Read More
Any first trip to Cambodia will no doubt involve visiting both of these destinations. Phnom Penh is the main arrival destination, and capital, for Cambodia, and Siem Reap is not only a wonderful little town but also the gateway to Angkor … Read More
Vietnam is, of course, a well travelled backpacker route and for very good reason. If you are looking for a first taste of Asia, solo travel, the most delicious food or just a phenomenal country – then this is your … Read More
China. I can’t quite believe it was almost 4 years ago that I boarded a plane on my own to Beijing to start my nine week adventure around Asia. My first taste of solo travel and I was terrified. This … Read More
Driving into the desert, away from the nearest town and deeper and deeper into the Gobi desert, I had the most wonderful sense of being free. The vans were racing alongside each other. I was sitting in the front with … Read More
The Tsenkher Hot Springs are a very welcome relief when you arrive. If, like me, you had spent the night before camping and staying with the local family. You will then wake up feeling the effects of the homemade vodka, … Read More
One of the highlights of the trip was the local homestay, having the opportunity to stay with a local Mongolian Nomadic Family. Something I feel I wouldn’t have had the opportunity to do without being part of a tour. It was … Read More
Since visiting Mongolia, sleeping under the roof of a Mongolian ger is now officially one of my favourite things to do. So what is a Mongolian Ger? There is a little confusion here. A Mongolian Ger is a round tent, … Read More