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Why I’m Plotting a Return to the Philippines

What they say about the Philippines—it’s more fun there—is certainly true.

Think you need months and months off work to take an epic adventure? Think again.

It’s tempting to think of a Vietnam visa on arrival as easy and stress-free, especially if you’ve never been to Vietnam.

It’s tempting to create your Hanoi itinerary based on fairytales—I should know.

I’m not sure the end result of a Halong Bay luxury cruise is any different than an ordinary one.

Traveling from Laos to Thailand is easier than it’s ever been, whether you go by train or take a flight.

The secret to people’s feelings about Jakarta is in its nickname, “The Big Durian.”

Is Brunei worth visiting? It’s complicated.