Category: Asia
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Pakistan’s Karakoram Highway: A Traveler’s Guide
Let’s get stuck into it. Pakistan had always been on my list, ever since I saw a photo of Fairy Meadows. There was something about the photo that made me drawn to the place. Over the years, the country has slowly been promoted with the help of social media. For my 30th birthday, my partner…
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Discover Uzbekistan: A Guide to Central Asia’s Gem
Nestled in the heart of Central Asia, Uzbekistan calls travelers with its rich history, stories of the Silk Road, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. This double landlocked country offers a blend of ancient cities, vibrant markets, and warm hospitality. Uzbekistan is the perfect budget friendly destination to have an adventure! I found it to be a…
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Exploring the Stunning Country of Laos: A Travel Guide
Laos is, without a doubt, a stunning country with mountainous terrain, French colonial architecture, hill tribes, scenic riverside towns and insane partying. Nestled between 5 countries (Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and China), Laos is landlocked with the Mekong flowing through. It is relatively off the beaten path as it is often overlooked by backpackers, which…
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Discover Myanmar – The Last Frontier In Asia
In recent years, Myanmar has been booming with tourism despite opening its doors in the 1990’s. Considered as the last frontier in Asia, its rich history gives you a little insight to what South East Asia used to be prior to tourism. Waves of tourists have been frolicking to the country, from 268 000 in…
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The Hidden Gems of Yangon, Myanmar
Recently, I returned to the former Burmese capital, Yangon, for two weeks. Myanmar earns its nickname, the Land of Golden Pagodas, with pride, and at the heart of this bustling city lies the renowned Shwedagon Pagoda. Beyond exploring the holiest Buddhist pagoda in Myanmar, the city boasts numerous other attractions. Although tourism has received encouragement…
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Exploring Don Det, Laos: An Undiscovered Paradise
When you think of Laos, places like Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang usually spring to mind. Don Det is one of the most underrated places in South East Asia and a place where time slows right down. It is part of what is known as The 4 000 Islands near the Laos-Cambodian border, surrounded by the Mekong…
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You know you’ve backpacked South East Asia when…
Every year, thousands of backpackers and travellers descend upon South East Asia to travel the famous Banana Pancake Trail. Over the years of travelling and living in South East Asia, I’ve realised that most backpackers have similar experiences to each other. After a day of adventuring and we gather around the hostel bar, sharing stories, we…
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5 things to do in Myanmar
In 2015, I decided to go on an adventure to Myanmar. Prior to this trip, I had no idea of what to expect. The only people I knew, who had been were Burmese nationals studying at my university. To me, it felt like a new frontier and I was ready. Before my departure, there was…