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Probably our favourite continent of all, Asia has almost everything a nomad could ever wish for! Whether you’re looking for pristine beaches and crystal clear waters, ancient temples or the best food in the world, you’ve come to the right place! Dive in and take a look at what Asia has to offer!

indochina junk dragon legend cruise article

The Dragon Legend Cruise With Indochina Junk

Laura
We were lucky enough to be invited to experience the amazing 'Dragon Legend' ship to cruise the stunning waters of Bai Tu Long Bay (a beautifully peaceful part of Halong Bay) with Indochina Junk. Here we give our full review with video & photos. ... Read More...
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Mrs Vu Thi Thai & The Vietnam War

Barry
The first in our Life Stories series, we spent time with Mrs Vu Thi Thai, a wonderful women in the North of Vietnam. We spent hours talking (through a translator) about her life, and the husband she lost in the American (Vietnam) war. It was a sobering and enlightening experience, and we share it here through photo and video.... Read More...
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The Ultimate Rinjani Trekking Experience

Laura
Probably the most epic trek we have ever attempted, our Mount Rinjani trekking experience was one of our toughest challenges ever! Read more about our 4 days trekking up an active volcano, camping on the caldera rim and admiring the beautiful lake that now fills the caldera - this was EPIC!... Read More...
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Cruising The Irrawaddy River From Mandalay To Bagan

Laura
From sunrise to sunset, this is a full account of our magical 12 hour adventure cruising the fascinating Irrawaddy River from Mandalay to Bagan. From ancient stupas and beautiful gold leafed pagodas to traditional riverside bamboo houses and rustic canoes accompanied by friendly locals, we'd highly recommend this is included in your Myanmar itinerary! ... Read More...
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How To Get From Bangkok To Koh Phangan!

Laura
Want to know the best way to get from Bangkok to Koh Phangan but confused about the many options online? We'll make it easy for you! Take a look to find out the best bus & ferry combination, including a full summary of our experience. ... Read More...
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India

Barry
Watch our India Video and get inspired! India is a country full of verve, energy and contradictions. See why it left an indelible mark on our soul.... Read More...
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Camel Trekking Under The Stars, India

Barry
A camel trek into the desert was always something we wanted to do, so we jumped at the chance in Northern India. What followed was a day of bumpy trekking, a night under the stars with only a blanket and a million beetles to keep us company!... Read More...
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Life And Death In Varanasi, India

Barry
Varanasi was an absolute attack on the senses, and our experiences there will stay with us forever. Public cremations on the banks of the Ganges, processions of shrouded bodies through the narrow streets and sweltering heat all left an indelible mark on us. ... Read More...
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Living With Monks In The Mountains Of Koyasan, Japan

Barry
Leaving Tokyo behind, we headed to the mountains, and in particular a small monastery in Koyasan, where we spent a couple of days. Despite the cold, it was an enriching experience, as we watched the monks go about their daily life, including the morning fire ritual (with video).... Read More...
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From Japan With Love

Barry
It was our first time in Japan yet we quickly fell in love. Find out why, watch our video and prepared to be inspired to visit this fascinating country.... Read More...
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Gili Meno Island: A glimpse of what could have been…

Barry
Whilst on Gili Meno island, we stumbled upon a reminder of what the island could have become, or more worryingly, a vision of what the future holds. Most of the developments on the island are small and unobtrusive. This hasn't always been the case, as we discovered when we stumbled upon an abandoned larger resort on the island.... Read More...
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Smoke Filled Food Markets of Luang Prabang

Barry
"Fill this plate with as much food as you can! All for one set price!" one eager chef barks. Across from him an energetic old lady is currently grilling whole fish, which for a small add on charge is yours to have...welcome to Luang Prabang!... Read More...
mui ne beach article

Mui Ne Beach & The Fairy Springs Of Vietnam

Barry
Despite not being kite surfers, there were plenty of things for us to do in Mui Ne, and in our brief two day visit we embarked on a tour by jeep to the fairy springs at the red canyon, and took a slow walk along the spring admiring the amazingly coloured canyon.... Read More...
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Phnom Penh Prison S-21, Tuol Sleng

Barry
Continuing with our Cambodian experience, it is almost impossible to avoid learning more about the atrocities that took place in Cambodia from 1975 to 1979. The S-21, or Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum spells out in graphic detail the horrors of the Khmer Rouge regime.... Read More...
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Food Heaven in Vietnam

Laura
Vietnam was our favourite foodie place so we've decided to share some of our best Vietnamese culinary experiences with all of you! Enjoy looking at these pictures and apologies in advance if we make you hungry!... Read More...
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Amazing Angkor Wat: Day 1

Barry
Our journey around the mighty Angkor Archaeological Park, visiting Preah Kahn, Neak Pean, Ta Som, Bantay Srei and Pre Rup. We saved the Angkor Wat temples for our second day!... Read More...
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The Best Sapa Trekking Tours, Vietnam

Laura
After hearing about the amazing scenery and treks in the Northern highlands of Vietnam, Barry and I decided to embark on a 4 day trip to Sapa, involving two overnight trains, two 7-hour treks, two local homestays (including lots of homemade rice wine!) and a nail-biting cliff edge mini-bus journey!... Read More...
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Welcome to Cambodia! Things To Do In Phnom Penh…

Barry
Swelteringly hot, noisy and exciting, we arrived in Phnom Penh, Cambodia ready to explore another new country to us. Phnom Penh was the perfect introduction to Cambodia for us, allowing us to meet the people of this beautiful country for the first time, and try some of the local delicacies!... Read More...
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The bombs of Laos: UXOs & COPE

Barry
Laos was heavily affected by the Vietnam war, and continues to suffer the after affects of unexploded bombs across the country. We visited two charities doing their best to clear the bombs, and help those who suffer the affects of an unexploded bomb.... Read More...
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Remnants of the Vietnam War

Barry
Remnants of the war in Vietnam are evident all over the country, and during our stay in Ho Chi Minh City, we took time to visit the War Remnants museum and Cu Chi tunnels to better understand the horrors of the Vietnam war.... Read More...
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Delicious Halong Bay

Laura
After a few weeks of street food, we were treated to exceptional cuisine on our Halong Bay cruise! Have a look at some of our favourite meals, warning this may cause you to salivate! ... Read More...
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Beautiful Halong Bay, Vietnam

Barry
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay captivated us as we sailed through its magnificent limestone karsts and green waters. Read on for our experience and favourite photos of this wonderful bay!... Read More...
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Spicy Chiang Mai Cookery School Experience!

Laura
I love Thai food, mainly for its fresh, zingy, punchy but sweet flavours. So I couldn’t wait to sign up for a cooking class in Chiang Mai to learn some culinary tips from the local experts in Chiang Mai! Have a look at what I cooked up as a novice in the kitchen!... Read More...
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Chiang Mai Muay Thai Fight…Blindfolded!

Laura
Despite being a little apprehensive about witnessing my first Muay Thai fight in Chiang Mai, I put my fears aside and took up a ringside seat for a night of action! What followed was a mixture of brutal male and female fights, and video footage of a blindfolded group fight!... Read More...
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Things to do in Koh Tao, Thailand

Barry
The first destination of our round the world trip: Koh Tao! We spent our time there recharging our batteries after an eventful few weeks of getting married and packing up our flat for the year! Have a look at some our favourite photos and highlights!... Read More...