Southeast Asia

Got your sights set on Southeast Asia? Check out the advice, stories and tips I can offer thanks to my many trips to the region, which have seen me visit the countries of Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar (Burma), Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam and important tourist attractions like Angkor Wat, Putrajaya and the Singapore Zoo.

Train Travel from Laos to Thailand

Taking the train from Vientiane to Bangkok (or vice-versa) is the cheapest and, indeed, the most relaxing way to bridge the gap between the capital cities of Laos and Thailand.

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Is Angkor Wat Worth The Fuss?

The crowds you encounter if you visit Angkor Wat these days are more befitting of Disneyland than semi-rural Southeast Asia.

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French Colonial Cool in Hoi An, Vietnam

Hoi An is a marvelous intersection of Vietnam’s French-colonial past and the local culture that has been sustaining people long before the arrival of the French, all in a beautiful coastal setting.

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Banaue Rice Terraces in the Philippines

According to some anthropologists, the Banaue Rice Terraces are the oldest existing example of human agriculture, and date back more than 5,000 years.

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Splurging at Bangkok’s Devarana Spa

If you feel the need to splurge while you travel in Bangkok, take the plunge at luxurious Devarana Spa in the city’s trendy Silom area.

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7 Reasons to Give Manila a Chance

If the adventures I described in my previous post about the Philippine capital didn’t convince you, consider these seven reasons you should spend at least a few days in Manila.

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Money and Costs in Cambodia

With the exception of tickets to enter famous attractions like Angkor Wat, costs of travel in Cambodia are cheap enough that you can easily subsist on under $30 per day.

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Why Laos is an Overrated Destination

Laos is a beautiful, serene country I absolutely recommend you visit, but certain aspects of travel in Laos detract from its reputation as the crown jewel of Southeast Asia.

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Singapore’s Gay Status Quo

As a gay traveler in Singapore, you should be mindful of the country’s laws when visiting gay establishments and engaging in homosexual activity.

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All About Food Stalls in Laos

Whether you want to indulge your inner French person with baguette sandwiches or crêpes, or just enjoy a fresh fruit shake, food stalls and carts are the best place to satisfy your hunger when you travel in Laos.

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