Embrace the Relaxed Aussie Atitude in Brisbane
The natural halfway point on the classic Australian East Coast backpacker route, Brisbane is the perfect place to take a break, relax, and enjoy the laidback Aussie lifestyle. Check out this quick guide to foodie hotspots, mountain and riverside viewpoints, and how to cozy up with the local wildlife while supporting conservation efforts.
Backpacker’s guide to Jakarta
A quick guide to the Indonesian capital, from where to eat to how to get around this bustling city, and more.
Pai: Thailand’s Mountain Escape
Laidback Pai is the gateway to the Thai highlands. Find peace in temples and yoga, adventure in rafting and caving, and end your days at the famous night market. Many people find themselves adding extra time in Pai, and for good reason.
The Fascinating Blend of Old and New New Delhi
New Delhi is often the gateway to India with many visitors beginning their travels here. This is a place that has a wonderful blend of nearly everything that the country has to offer. Sikh, Hindu, Christian, Islamic, Jewish, and Buddhist temples are scattered across...
See the best of Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur is one of the many gateways to Southeast Asia and it is a fabulous spot to dip your toes into this fascinating subcontinent. The city is vast and sprawling, with many different neighborhoods boasting wildly different characters and attractions. Most...
Laidback Koh Tao, the Epitome of an Island Paradise
Koh Tao is known for being one of the cheapest places in the world to get your SCUBA certificate. A popular island on the backpacker trail, it has laidback vibes and a ton of restaurants serving delicious Thai food as well as international cuisine from all over the...
Lay the Backpack Down in Laidback Byron Bay
Byron Bay is the ultimate Aussie surf town. Watersports of all kinds, excellent restaurants, and out of town outdoor adventures – find it all in this quick guide to my favourite Australian beach town.
Quirky and Cultural Wellington, New Zealand
New Zealand’s capital city is worth a few days of exploration, especially if you’re passing through anyway to catch the interislander ferry. Read on for the best of the waterfront area, the unmissable food streets, and the top museums in town.
Tokyo: Japan’s Sprawling City of 14 Million
Tokyo is a fantastic introduction to Japan, but with so many different urban hubs within the one city it can be hard to know where to start. Here’s a roundup of some of the best spots to prioritise to make the most of your visit.
Eat Your Way Across Penang
Penang is easily one of the top foodie destinations in the world. This is just a starting point for getting lost in the culinary wonders that exist on this little island off the western coast of Malaysia. Take some suggestions from here, but while you are at the...
Explore Busy and Beautiful Singapore
The country of Singapore is, by any and all definitions, a city. This magnificently sprawling metropolis is filled to the brim with the colors of a melting pot of cultures and life all crammed into one of the smallest nations on Earth. Ride the buses, walk the...
Iconic Sites and Hidden Gems in Historic Kyoto
Kyoto is full of history. It is the only city in Japan that was not bombed during World War II, so it has retained a lot of the shrines and temples that were lost elsewhere. You could spend a week here sightseeing nonstop and still not have visited every temple....
Explore Sarawak: The Best of the Incredibly Biodiverse Borneo
The southern Malaysian state on the island of Borneo, Sarawak is predominantly rainforest, with many incredible national parks and just a few towns and cities. Kuching, the main city and main access point for Sarawak was my favourite city in Borneo, thanks to its...
Unmissable Osaka: Japan’s Food Capital
Osaka often gets skipped by tourists to Japan, particularly by those short on time. But as a hub for Japan’s incredible cuisine, it shouldn’t be missed! Check out my top food recommendations here, and other reasons Osaka deserves a spot on your itinerary.
Enjoy Unique Wildlife and Nature in Stunning Sabah, Borneo
Sabah is the northern state of Malaysia on the island of Borneo, and the most common region to visit. With some of the best diving in the world, a famous volcano hike, countless national parks, and, of course, orangutans, Sabah has a lot to offer. Something to keep in...