Soft Adventure Around Cambodia’s World Heritage “Angkor”
By far Cambodia’s claim to fame is the vast Hindu temple complex Angkor, a World Heritage site that attracts over 2 million foreign tourists alone, more than half of the country’s total. For over 5 centuries it was the capital of the Khmer empire that incorporated much of South-East Asia, exercising a lot of political […]
Wrecks Within the Deep: Diving in Brunei
Brunei’s waters may not get plenty of diving traffic, but so much the worse for the majority of diving enthusiasts. The territorial waters off Bandar Seri Begawan comprise about 4,500 hectares of some of the most pristine coral reefs in the Coral Triangle, with a series of wrecks lying less than a dozen or so […]
Traipsing through the Treetops at Macritchie Reservoir
Surprising to many visitors to Singapore, nature and greenery has been flourishing hand-in-hand within this well-known concrete jungle. The Tree Top Walk is the first of its kind in Singapore and the region – a free-standing suspension bridge spanning Bukit Peirce and Bukit Kalang, the two highest points in MacRitchie. From the bridge, travelers get […]
The Mountains of Sagada: A Hike in the Heavens
Hiking through Sagada takes you through the Cordillera Mountains’ peaks, caves and falls, and serves as an object lesson in isolation: its remote location prevented Spanish conquistadores from setting foot in the region, preserving the indigenous culture of the people. At the tourism office in town, you can book a starter sight-seeing tour that stays […]
Lao PDR: Nature-Based Tourism
1.1. Khon Phapheng Waterfall The Khone Phapheng Waterfall is made of several cascades of crashing water that occupy a 13km stretch of the Mekong River. The powerful rapids prevent navigation of the Mekong into China, but make up for this handicap by presenting a breathtaking natural sight for visitors. Recognized as the largest waterfalls in […]
Phu Chong Na Yoi National Park: Hiking Where Three Nations Meet
The “Emerald Triangle” is the unofficial name for the junction of Lao PDR., Cambodia and Thailand. From the cliffs of Phu Chong Na Yoi National Park in the Emerald Triangle’s midst, you can peer over the borders of all three nations, in a setting known for its lush forests and breathtaking waterfalls. The National Park […]
Hiking Through Taman Negara, Malaysia’s First and Foremost Park
Taman Negara simply means “National Park”, and the simplicity of the name comes from its place as Malaysia’s first park, and one of its biggest. The park was founded in 1938 and currently crosses the borders of three states, covering an area of over 4,300 square kilometres. Its boundaries encircle what remains of the world’s […]
A River Runs Through It: The History, Wildlife and Culture of the Mekong
The Mekong River carries Southeast Asia’s cultural diversity and history from Laos’ forested northern mountains to Thailand and Cambodia’s rice fields, and visitors can easily access its many highlights and experience the local’s lifestyle along the way. The Mekong begins its lengthy Lao journey at Luang Namtha Province by carving the border with Myanmar’s Shan State through […]
Awesome Hands-On Experiences in Southeast Asia
You didn’t travel all the way to Southeast Asia to just watch the sights go by from behind your bus window. No – you came here to get your hands dirty, to sink fingers knuckle-deep in the local culture, whether it’s the food or the handicrafts or a popular trade. Listen to these travelers explain […]
Easy Budgeting Tips for Travelers in Southeast Asia
Whether you’re exploring Bandar Seri Begawan in Brunei or picking your way through Luang Prabang in Laos, the realities of traveling in Southeast Asia all boil down to money: how much you have, how you’re spending it, and how much you’ve got left. The smarter you spend your money, the more you’ll be able to enjoy the local […]