Taking the High Speed Train in Laos: What You Need to Know

Taking the High Speed Train in Laos: What You Need to Know

Laos was not always the easiest place to get around, and 8-hour bus rides on painfully bumpy and winding roads were a quintessential Laos travel experience. Though my eventful bus ride from Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng in 2018 ended up being a funny story I could tell my friends about (the bus broke down…

12 Amazing Things to Do in Vientiane, Laos

12 Amazing Things to Do in Vientiane, Laos

Vientiane is the laid-back, underrated riverside capital city of Laos. Though it has often been treated as a “passthrough” Southeast Asian destination in the past, I recently spent just under a week in Vientiane attending the annual ASEAN Tourism Forum and was surprised by my time in the capital. The European influence is evident as…

Visiting Southeast Asia in 2024? Here’s What You Need to Know

Visiting Southeast Asia in 2024? Here’s What You Need to Know

Southeast Asia is home to some of the most diverse and alluring travel destinations in the world. Planning a 2024 Southeast Asia trip? Read this first for insider insight and tips. The Southeast Asia region is one of my personal favorites and has a special place in my heart – some of my fondest childhood…

The Namkhan in Luang Prabang: A Peaceful Yoga Retreat in Laos

The Namkhan in Luang Prabang: A Peaceful Yoga Retreat in Laos

This idyllic riverside resort away from the hustle and bustle in Luang Prabang is one of, if not the best, places to visit for a yoga and wellness holiday in Laos. Read on for my first-hand review of The Namkhan Ecolodge after a blissful stay. Laos has all the makings to be the next wellness…

East Bali Day Trip: What to See Beyond the Bali Gates of Heaven

East Bali Day Trip: What to See Beyond the Bali Gates of Heaven

East Bali is home to some of the top Bali attractions and landmarks including the famous Pura Lempuyang, former water palaces and incredible volcano viewpoints. Short on time? Here is an East Bali itinerary to get you started. With the vast majority of travelers to Bali frequenting popular areas like Canggu, Seminyak, Uluwatu and Ubud,…