Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An, Vietnam. The Three Best Ways
Ho Chi Minh is the largest city in Vietnam and was the old capital of South Vietnam during the American war. Back then it was called Saigon and the center of the city is...
Bun Bo Hue – Bún Bò Huế – What is It?
Bun bo Hue originated in the beautiful ancient city of Hue in Central Vietnam. Like the more famous Pho Bo, it is a beef noodle dish but is distinctly different due to history and...
Staying in an Iban Longhouse in Sarawak
The Iban tribe of Borneo are unique and special people. These are the former head hunters of Borneo but headhunting days are now long gone. More or less. Some groups of Iban still live...
Where To Stay For Phong Nha National Park and Caves
Phong Nha is an absolute jewel of Vietnam. If you thought Sapa and Halong Bay were the ultimate must see places for natural beauty, think again. Phong Nha, more correctly Phong Nha Ke Bang...
Getting a Traditional Thai Sak Yant Tattoo in Bangkok
I’ve got my traditional Thai tattoo, it’s hours old and I love it. It’s about hand-sized, in the middle of my back and it holds a deep meaning. It was created by a master...
Is It Worth Visiting Bhutan?
We recently spent 10 days touring Bhutan, including hiking, after years of dreaming of visiting this mystical Himalayan kingdom. This was my ultimate bucket list destination and I’ve finally been. You probably know that...
Why Royal Caribbean Cruise passenger was banned for life
A cruise ship passenger has been banned for life after being photographed standing off the edge of the vessel.
Peter Blosic was on board a Royal Caribbean Cruises ship recently when he noticed a woman...
Amphawa Floating Market Travel Guide and Review
Amphawa Floating Market is one of Thailand’s best floating markets and is an easy distance from Bangkok for a day trip, weekend or overnight stay. It’s in a lovely part of Thailand, Samut Songkhram...
Thai Food for Beginners
What is Thai food? Most of us know these days. Many have eaten Thai food in a restaurant at least once, so maybe a guide to Thai food for beginners is a little redundant....
Must Do Things In New York
Whitewater Rafting Day Trip from NYC
Meet at West 45th Street and 11th Avenue and board the bus for world-renowned Hunter Mountain. Many consider Hunter, which boasts one of the highest peaks in the Northern...
