Samui Elephant Haven: Ethical Elephant Sanctuary in Koh Samui

Samui Elephant Haven: Ethical Elephant Sanctuary in Koh Samui

Not all elephant sanctuaries in Thailand are created equal. Here is my experience meeting the herd at Samui Elephant Haven in Koh Samui. Thailand is probably the single most popular destination for elephant interaction experiences – there is no other place in the world with so many elephant shows, sanctuaries and parks. To this day,…

Overtourism in Pamukkale: Is it Worth Visiting Turkey’s Cotton Castle?

Overtourism in Pamukkale: Is it Worth Visiting Turkey’s Cotton Castle?

Pamukkale is one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in the world. How can we ensure that it is preserved for generations to come? Pamukkale’s white calcium travertines have been described as “stunning”, “unreal” and “otherworldly”, and the name literally means “cotton castle” in Turkish. Pamukkale is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular natural landscapes…

10 Things You Need to Know Before You Attend the Yi Peng Lantern Festival in Chiang Mai

10 Things You Need to Know Before You Attend the Yi Peng Lantern Festival in Chiang Mai

This Buddhist festival is one of the most popular festivals in Thailand. Read on for what you need to know and how to partake in the Chiang Mai lantern festival responsibly! Chances are, you’ve seen a million photos online of the famous Yi Peng (AKA Yee Peng) lantern festival in Thailand, when thousands of paper…

10 Top Things to Do in Luang Prabang (And What You Might Want to Skip)

10 Top Things to Do in Luang Prabang (And What You Might Want to Skip)

Luang Prabang is a magical little town in northern Laos that has been designated as a UNESCO Heritage Site for its unique fusion of European and Lao cultural traditions and architecture. Its charming town centre is the perfect place to explore on foot, drink delicious coffee and feast on Lao cuisine. Though Luang Prabang is a small…