Hoi An, Central Vietnam 

ANCIENT TOWN The UNESCO World Hertigate site of Hoi An’s Ancient Town sits on the Thu Bon River. It was a vibrant trading port between from the 15th to 19th century. During the day explore the labyrinth of canary yellow buildings and beautiful temples. When the sunsets, the town is lit up with hundreds of…

Welcome to Thailand 

TOP THINGS TO DO IN THAILAND Thailand is famous for its food. Take a cooking class and recreate your favourite dishes at home. Visit beautiful Buddhist temples and learn about the country’s main religion Explore the busy city of Bangkok – visit the Grand Palace and Moon Bar. Laze on the beautiful beaches of Koh…

Choosing between Thailand’s Islands and Beaches

GULF ISLANDS & EASTERN BEACHES Perfect weather in the summer months. The mainland town of Surat Thani has ferry services to all three islands. You can also fly into Samui and Phangan. Koh Tao A long-time favourite with backpackers for diving and snorkeling. Koh Phangan Every month thousands head for Haad Rin beach to dance…

Phi Phi Islands, Thai Islands 

FIND YOUR WAY Phi Phi is made up of two islands. Phi Phi Don is the inhabited island you’ll arrive at. Far from the rustic island hideway she used to be, the island has been hastily built up despite plans to protect it after the 2004 tsunami. Anyone who visited the island a few years…

Koh Lanta, Thai Islands

FIND YOUR WAY  When people talk about Koh Lanta, they are normally refering to Lanta Yai, the largest of the 52 islands that make up the Lanta district. Until you get to the southern part of the island the roads are very flat, so it’s a good place to rent your first scooter. It’s a…

Khao Lak, Southern Thailand 

THINGS TO DO Apart from relaxing on the beach, snorkelling and diving are the two main activities here. Those looking for something extra special head over to the Similan Islands. I don’t dive, but I’ve been told it’s extremely beautiful here and very expensive in comparison to other places in Thailand. HISTORY On Boxing Day 2004 Southern…

Ao Nang, Krabi, Southern Thailand 

THINGS TO DO Tiger Temple Hong Island day trip Hot Springs Spa Khao Sok National Park FOOD & DRINK You’ll find a mix of cheap and cheerful places serving international and Thai food. Prices drop as you move away from the beach and those gorgeous sunsets. The Longboat restaurant enjoys a prime sunset spot on the…

Welcome to Vietnam 

TOP THINGS TO DO IN VIETNAM Explore the stunning streets of Hoi An Sail around Halong Bay Hike in the highlands of Tavan Get lost in the Old Quarter of Hanoi Learn more about Vietnamese cuisine at a cooking class EXPLORE BY AREA Vietnam is a long thin country which you can split into Northern,…

Welcome to Cambodia 

CAMBODIA Stunning temples, rugged forests and castaway islands, Cambodia is a treasure waiting to be explored. TOP THINGS TO DO IN CAMBODIA Explore the stunning temples of Angkor Relax on postcard beaches Sample traditional Khmer cuisine EXPLORE BY AREA Siem Reap & Temples of Angkor Battambang & Northwest Phnom Penh Cambodia’s Islands & Beaches Eastern…