Backpacking the World
Anecdotes from our travels around the world. Some light-hearted reading, describing our adventures: the good, the bad and the ugly.
The Best of Da Nang and Hoi An
How we spent our first couple of weeks of 2024 in Vietnam; ticking off some tourist activities in Da Nang and Hoi An, and getting to learn about the culture of the locals living there.
How it was to Visit Places Where Being Queer is Considered Criminal
In light of Pride Month, we have decided to share some of our experiences while being in countries that being LGBTQIA+ is actually against the law. Here's how we found it to be Queer in both Malaysia and Sri Lanka - the two countries we visited where being our authentic selves could land us in jail.
Christmas and New Year in Hanoi
We made it to Vietnam just in time to end 2023 and kick off 2024. We hope you enjoy our stories of exploring the Capital City and eating/drinking our way around as many places as we could.
A Shoutout to Our Friend Zongoboid
A lyrical genius, a world traveller, a disgustingly talented pianist, a gritty South African, a truly fearless human being with a huge heart, and one of the few people we’ve been lucky enough to meet on our travels and have continuously stayed in touch with ever since… Who could it be?! ZONGOBOID!
Island Life - When We Couldn’t Part with Don Det
Don Det - the place we turned up to with the intention of staying for a short visit but ended up extending thrice and staying two weeks. Here’s why!
Our Adventure-packed Week in Vang Vieng
Kayaking, tubing, zip-lining, paramotoring, off-road buggy-ing - you name it, we did it in Vang Vieng: the adventure capital of Laos!
Exploring the Ancient Capital of Laos: Luang Prabang
Luang Prabang was the perfect introduction to Laos. Picturesque streets lined with beautifully preserved buildings, the river down in the valley with a backdrop of distant giant mountains, and the magnificent Kuang Si Waterfall - this city has it all.
Slow Boat from Thailand to Laos
How we crossed the Thai/Laos border, what it was like on board the slow boat, and advice for anyone wanting to take the same trip.
Chiang Mai, Pai and Chiang Rai - Our Last Few Stops Before Laos
After swapping beaches for cities, and heading for the mountains, we fell in love with Chiang Mai, had the most chilled out time in Pai, and checked out Chalermchai Kositpipat’s quirky temple: Wat Rong Khun in Chiang Rai.
Central Thailand: Bangkok and Ayutthaya
From the modern and very crowded City of Bangkok, to the calm, ancient City of Ayutthaya, one factor remained true for both: we weren’t short of temples to visit!
Our Adventure in Khao Sok National Park
A two day treat away from the hustle and bustle of busy towns and cities, we spent time in the tranquil setting of Khao Sok National Park; a nature-lover’s paradise.
We’re off to the Beach! Phi Phi, Ao Nang and Island Hopping
Beaches, hikes, sunsets and some pretty shoddy tours - welcome to Koh Phi Phi, the surrounding islands and all they have to offer.
Phuket, We’re in Thailand!
We made it to the country we’d be spending our first full month in, and Thailand did not disappoint! From beautiful beaches to quaint boutique shops and craft beer bars, we felt right at home.
Our Experiences Travelling Borneo, Malaysia
One country, two major cities, three islands, an abundance of wildlife, a melting pot of cultures and cuisines and a luxury resort. This is Borneo.
Our Take on “Expensive” Singapore
How expensive really is Singapore as a backpacker? And can you get by on a budget? We went to find out.
How We Spent Two Full Days in Berlin
With the flightpath taking us via Berlin on our way to Singapore, we thought it’d be rude not to spend a couple of days exploring a new city.