Asia

A continent close to James’ heart. He really got the travel bug as a wide-eyed 19 year old, backpacking around South East Asia for a few months. And now almost 19 years later he has returned to see how it has changed and whether he is still in love with Asia as he was then.

This time, it’s not all dorm rooms, cramped buses and solo travel – joined by Lee who is on her first ever backpacking trip – we will be travelling Asia with a bit more focus on mid-range travel. Although very conscious of budgets…

We started in Thailand, before heading to Myanmar, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia, China, Indonesia and the Philippines. These are our newest posts, with all the latest information on what to do, where to stay, what to eat and maybe most importantly what to avoid!

We’ve also been able to visit other places across Asia through business travel over the last few years. Along with spending part of our honeymoon in Sri Lanka. A truly wonderful place and we think we have the perfect itinerary for a trip there!

Langkawi to Koh Lipe Ferry | The best way to get from Malaysia to Thailand

Langkawi to Koh Lipe Ferry | The best way to get from Malaysia to Thailand

Not many people realise that there is a unique and very easy way to get between Malaysia and Thailand… jumping from one tropical island …
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Iconic places and famous landmarks in Malaysia

Iconic places and famous landmarks in Malaysia

The glimmering Petronas Tower soaring high above the Kuala Lumpur skyline. A mosque floating almost magically above the water in Melaka. Malaysia, that Southeast …
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Penang to Langkawi ferry | Langkawi and Penang 2021 travel guide

Penang to Langkawi ferry | Langkawi and Penang 2021 travel guide

Two stunning Malaysian islands, two very different places. And in some ways these islands offer you the best of both worlds. If your preference …
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Penang Street Art Map | Exploring the art of George Town (2021 Guide)

Penang Street Art Map | Exploring the art of George Town (2021 Guide)

It’s been called the street art epicentre of Asia and, for good reason. Around almost every corner in the lanes of Penang you’…
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2 days in Kuala Lumpur Itinerary | A guide to Malaysia’s capital

2 days in Kuala Lumpur Itinerary | A guide to Malaysia’s capital

One of the most vibrant cities in Southeast Asia, Kuala Lumpur or as it is lovingly known, KL, is a fascinating place to spend …
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Ipoh Street Art | A walking guide including map

Ipoh Street Art | A walking guide including map

Move over Penang, Malaysia has a new street art darling. Yup, Ipoh, the former capital of Malaysia has a burgeoning street art scene that …
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