With the Thanlwin River flowing like a ribbon through the lush land and towering karst mountains outlining the landscape all around, Hpa-An was like no other place in Myanmar. The only thing I knew about this laidback town was the presence … Read More
I arrived in Yangon with high hopes and a ponytail but the stifling heat, rising to temperatures in the mid-40’s Celsius, made it difficult to enjoy. I was there in April, just before monsoon season. A swell of heat had … Read More
I hope this guide to the fruits of Cambodia will encourage you to try some exotic fruits next time you’re in Southeast Asia. I found the fruits in Cambodia to be not only the tastiest but also the cheapest. I … Read More
Gazing at towering limestone pillars in Halong Bay should be on everyone’s list when visiting Vietnam. I won’t sugarcoat the less attractive aspects of Halong Bay, a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site. It’s riddled with hundreds of junk boats (ruining its … Read More
Anyone who’s been to any ‘developing’ country in Southeast Asia will agree that recycling of any kind isn’t widely, if at all, practiced. The extent of recycling in this part of the world might consist of someone painstakingly carrying bundles … Read More
Si Phan Don or 4000 Islands, is where the Mekong river is split into smaller waterways. Numerous islets create a stunning archipelago. After nearly one month of traveling through Laos, I chose to end my adventures on the island of … Read More
I’ve already written about the day Luang Prabng cast a spell on me. Now it’s time to write about monks, wats, shopping, eating and sweating. In other words, things to do in the former royal capital of Laos. Although Luang … Read More
Nestled in a lush valley reminiscent of a masterpiece painting, the ancient town of Luang Prabang is located in Northern Laos at the confluence of the Mekong river and the less imposing Nam Kahn river. The cobbled sidewalks embellished with … Read More
In today’s world of perfect Instagram photos, it’s easy to believe that travelling is always carefree. But, the reality is that traveling isn’t always pretty. It can get dirty, messy and uncomfortable. It’s also been known to induce a few tears as … Read More
Are you wondering what do to on an 8-hour layover in Tokyo? I had the same dilemma on my way home from Vietnam. I had an 8-hour layover and was trying to find ways to keep me busy. The good … Read More