While I haven’t yet dipped my toes into the Vlogging world of YouTube, my talented boyfriend has been documenting some of our adventures over on his YouTube channel. I hope these videos will inspire you to adventure in Vietnam. Press play, and enjoy. Vietnam Cinematic Vlog While this video was actually shot and edited before […]

Whether you’re planning on doing the iconic motorbike tour from southern Vietnam all the way to the north, or a shorter road trip, you’ll want to make sure you’re as prepared as possible to have fun on the road. Aside from the regular kit you need to pack for a trip, there are a few […]

Make your Cambodia travels truly unforgettable by including these bucketlist things to do in your Cambodia itinerary! Whether you’re travelling for 1 week, 2 weeks or 3, these Cambodia itineraries have you covered for how to best spend your time backpacking in Cambodia. Hunting for the best things to do in Phnom Penh? This guide […]

Da Nang is one of my favourite places in Vietnam. The city is surrounded by nature, with mountains flanking it and white-sand beaches lining the coast. Many people skip Da Nang when travelling through Vietnam, opting to spend their time in the ancient cities of Hue and Hoi An instead, yet there is so much […]

Looking for a side trip from Bangkok? Only 2.5 hours away by train, Kanchanaburi is the perfect place to go! This guide shares how to take the train to Kanchanaburi from Bangkok, including 2024 train times and prices.

Living in Vietnam, Vietnam Thao Dien has garnered a reputation among the Saigonese as a hotbed for foreigners to live, particularly English-speaking expats. It’s one of the largest expat areas in Saigon, with the other main spot for foreigners to settle being Phu My Hung in District 7. There are many reasons why expats might […]

One of the biggest challenges you will face when moving abroad is making friends and creating a social life from scratch. While hard to begin with, creating a social life from scratch can be extremely rewarding as you chose to connect with those who share similar goals and interests. I have made some amazing, like-minded […]

Koh Rong might be the paradise island you’re dreaming of; powdery-white sand, turquoise water and lush jungle. Check out these things to do on Koh Rong! When in the land of motorbikes, you have to ride one! Here are the best roads to motorbike in Vietnam, including rentals, routes and Easy Rider tours. Add a […]

Along the route, there are lots of beautiful viewpoints as well as an ancient watchtower and war bunkers at the top of the pass, secluded beaches you can hike to on the Da Nang side and lagoons and waterfalls on the Hue side. All these sites transform motorbiking the Hai Van Pass into more than […]

In March 2022, Cambodia resumed visa exemptions, visa on arrival, and e-visas. This means that it is now very easy to enter Cambodia as a tourist in 2023. ASEAN countries, such as Vietnam, Malaysia or Singapore, are eligible for visa exemptions in Cambodia. You can enter Cambodia without a visa if your passport is from one […]

job Teaching English in Vietnam is not a one-size-fits-all kinda business. There are many different types of teaching jobs available and, while most of them still centre around English, there is bound to be one style of teaching which suits you better than the rest. This post shares the types of teaching jobs you can […]

Home to the nearest beaches to Ho Chi Minh City, Vung Tau has become a popular weekend getaway for locals and expats alike. It’s the perfect place to reset from city life, with a calmer pace of life and lots of outdoors things to do, from hiking and surfing to enjoying viewpoints and sunbathing, there […]

The Praek Tuek Chhu River runs through the heart of Kampot, supporting lush jungles and fertile plains. Just outside of town are the world-class pepper plantations that Kampot is renowned for, as well as salt flats and fishing villages. While Kampot has been a popular destination in Cambodia for many years, it has retained its […]

Kampot is the place for nature lovers to visit in Cambodia; a peaceful riverside town surrounded by jungles and mountains. Here is some essential information for planning your trip to Kampot. The best way to get to Kampot is via bus from Phnom Penh. We booked our bus to Kampot via our hostel in Phnom Penh, […]