Teaching English in Vietnam 101
Did you know that approximately 99.5% of expats in Southeast Asia teach English? True statistic that’s entirely made up by me. That statistic may be a figment of my imagination, but a quick jaunt through […]
Category: Asia
A Self-Guided Tour of Angkor Wat on a Motorbike
Every year over a million tourists flock to Angkor Wat to see the ruins of the largest religious monument in the world. With so many visitors, I thought that every shred of knowledge and every […]
6 Best Coffee Workspaces in Saigon
There’s no shortage of local cafes to try in Saigon with everything from dingy street vendors to a couple’s brunch paradise. This week, I’d like to focus on cafes that can double up as work […]
Eat Like a Local: 6 More Fantastic Restaurants in Saigon Part 2
My apologies for the long break. It turns out that living in one spot brings about these things called ‘responsibilities’ and ‘jobs’. What a bore. Well I have some free time again and I’ll try […]
How much does it cost to live comfortably in Saigon?
Well, now that I’ve been an expat out here for a few months, I have data! Now I can provide a realistic budget of Saigonese living. Being a westerner affords us many advantages of living […]
Spend less than $40 a Day to See All of Myanmar
I’ve wrote a couple of articles previously professing my love of this ridiculously friendly nation. In Myanmar’s current state, it’s an extremely affordable country to visit in some respects. The rising tourism industry leads some […]
A Quick Stopover in Kuala Lumpur
There’s a lot of ground to cover with all the islands in Malaysia, but without a doubt the most visited destination is grand ol’ Kuala Lumpur (KL). Despite Malaysia being classified as a developing country, […]
5 Fantastic Lesser Known Deals in Vietnam
Backpackers absolutely adore Southeast Asia for its affordability. The cost of living in Vietnam is roughly 3 – 4 times lower than in America. The absolute necessities like food, lodging and alcohol are fairly cheap. […]
Where to Find Comfort Food in Saigon
I know, I know, I know…. when you travel, you’re supposed to go out and experience the local culture and cuisine. But when you’ve been traveling for so long, you’re essentially living abroad. At some […]
The Cost of Flashpacking Your Way Through Thailand For a Month
Thailand is most likely one of the top backpacking destinations in the world. It’s affordable, the people are friendly, and it’s exotic enough to be exciting. There are plenty of ways to travel through Thailand […]