Want to know what the best Songkran activities are? This guide will cover everything you need to know from what Songkran is, where it’s celebrated the hardest and what Songkran activities can be done anywhere in the country! Ever since COVID came into play which cancelled Songkran for a few years in a row the Thai people have been on a mission to make each year bigger and better!  I attended the Songkran festival in the heart of Bangkok in 2023 and let me tell you I have never EVER experienced something so mental in my whole life. Flying to Thailand for Songkran? Check out our guide to ..read more

Revolut vs Monzo, which one will save you the MOST money when you’re travelling? This is the key question I can provide the answer to. So let’s read on and find out which card is better for travelling abroad, Revolut or Monzo. As you’ll soon find out, travel cards will become a key part of your travelling armoury. During my first solo backpacking trip to Southeast Asia, I remember being in Phuket and it made me sick when I checked my bank and they had charged me hundreds of pounds just for using ATMs. Instead of making similar mistakes on future trips, I sat down and did some research and wha ..read more

Not sure what to expect from your tour of the floating bungalows at Khao Sok National Park? This guide will cover everything you need to know about the various accommodations, what to pack for your trip, where your guides may take you and MUCH more. Certainly one of the more unique experiences you’ll have in Thailand is the floating bungalows in Khao Sok National Park. In fact, off the top of my head, I can’t think of another place in Thailand where you can stay in floating bungalows, they’re truly unique! The most famous lake where most of the floating bungalows in Khao Sok are found is Che ..read more

Are you wondering where travellers go in Chiang Mai for the best party? This guide will cover everything from the 3/4 key areas of interest plus some hidden gems you might not have heard of. So let’s discover how you’ll enjoy the Chiang Mai nightlife. After leaving Bangkok for Chiang Mai I was tricked into thinking Chiang Mai would be more of a spiritual retreat and I wouldn’t be partying anywhere near as hard as Khaosan Road. THIS COULDN’T BE ANY FURTHER FROM THE TRUTH! Turns out Chiang Mai had a few celebrities as well . I think there’s an argument to say that Chiang Mai nightlife is even ..read more

It’s fair to say having a GoPro for snorkelling and scuba diving during my travels was the best decision I ever made. Picture this: You are out on your snorkelling tour and unbelievably you see a Whale Shark appear when least expecting it. You try to film on your iPhone through your plastic waterproof wallet but the footage is fussy and you’ve lost the opportunity to capture the Shark as it swims away into the musky sea. If only you had the Best GoPro for snorkelling to capture the phenomenon as it unraveled. Having a GoPro was crucial when visiting places such as Koh Tao, Similan Islands, P ..read more

Are you struggling with ideas of things to do in Siem Reap besides Angkor Wat? Whether you’re seeking further cultural experiences or you just want to get the adrenaline pumping this detailed guide will cover the BEST things to do in Siem Reap other than temples. When you talk about Cambodia, more specifically Siem Reap, the most common question is “How was Angkor Wat?”. Now don’t get me wrong, if you haven’t been to visit this magnificent temple then what are you doing? But Siem Reap has SOOOO much to offer beyond just temples. Once the idea of seeing more temples gives you a headache and y ..read more

Struggling to stay entertained on long-haul flights? I have a variety of solutions for you! Check out our guide on the best things to do on a long flight GUARANTEED to keep you entertained throughout. The dreaded long flights. taking up hours and hours of your time you must have some sort of plan of things to do else you’ll be sat like a vegetable for 10+ hours. Now I have had my fair share of long flights, it’s fair to say I consider myself a bit of an expert when discussing what the best things to do on a long flight are.  Once I’m fully packed and the stress of the pre-flight is deal ..read more

It is not one of Cambodia’s most popular destinations but it oozes culture. Dive into this guide and discover the top things to do in Battambang, from ancient temples to killing caves what else does the third-largest city in Cambodia have to offer? Not known for mad pub crawls or sandy white beaches, Battambang more than makes up for this with its rich cultural presence. Whether you’re coming from Phnom Penh or Siem Reap, Battambang promises to offer a completely different experience from anything else in Cambodia. Not to mention it’s a healthy break between two big party places! Just make su ..read more

You’ve made the right decision! Your trip to Southeast Asia awaits, but what are the essentials to pack for this trip of a lifetime? It’s much simpler than you think and I’ll show you EXACTLY what you need to include in your Southeast Asia packing list before getting on that first flight. Having read countless guides on the PERFECT Southeast Asia packing list and the ULTIMATE guides blah blah blah, I’ve concluded that there was not a guide out there that prepares you for life backpacking in Southeast Asia. For this reason, I have decided to write my own Southeast Asia packing list so you ..read more

Revolut vs Monzo, which one will save you the MOST money when you’re travelling? This is the key question I can provide the answer to. So let’s read on and find out which card is better for travelling abroad, Revolut or Monzo. As you’ll soon find out, travel cards will become a key part of your travelling armoury. During my first solo backpacking trip to Southeast Asia, I remember being in Phuket and it made me sick when I checked my bank and they had charged me hundreds of pounds just for using ATMs. Instead of making similar mistakes on future trips, I sat down and did some research and wha ..read more