The otherwise unassuming Thai town of Kanchanaburi is famous for being the site of the real River Kwai Bridge. Built by the Japanese Army after using Thailand as a foothold for invading Burma in the Second World War, it became the starting point for the brutal ‘Death Railway’ – the railway tracks laid down by… Continue Reading
8 Best Places to Stay in Khao Sok National Park
The largest national park in Thailand, Khao Sok National Park is located towards the south of the country and is famous for playing host to a whole range of natural wonders. There is an abundance of different landscapes. Explore thick rainforests, pinnacle-like limestone karst formations, and the vast, human-made lake of Cheow Lan. You’ll be… Continue Reading
8 Best Places to Stay in Railay Beach
Maybe it’s the fact that Railay Beach doesn’t have direct road access with the rest of Thailand, but this slice of the country is beautiful, relaxing, and relatively untouched. Accessible only by boat, Railay Beach is actually made up of two main beaches – and many smaller ones besides – on a cliff-strewn peninsula that… Continue Reading
8 Best Places to Stay in Chiang Rai
Set in the very northernmost part of Thailand, Chiang Rai is a city that runs deep with art, culture, and history. Temples and historic monuments abound in this place, with several that are world renowned – such as the White Temple, or Wat Rong Khun. With all this and more to expect in this city,… Continue Reading
Where to Stay in Koh Phangan: Best Places & Hotels
When it comes to paradise islands, Koh Phangan is certainly up there as one of the best – and most famous. The most well-known thing about this island, apart from its exotic, far-flung beauty and white sand beaches, is the wild Full Moon Party. A firm favorite on the Southeast Asia backpacking trail, this monthly… Continue Reading
10 Best Beaches in Indonesia
The largest archipelago on Earth, Indonesia is remarkably made up of over 18,000 islands; as such, there are a plethora of incredible sights to see, with many of its beautiful beaches ranking amongst the best in the world. While Bali and Lombok attract the most attention, it is well worth island hopping around to see… Continue Reading
10 Best Beaches in the Philippines
With its wealth of fabulous beaches, the Philippines is one of the best countries in the world to head to if you want dazzlingly white sands, gently swaying palm trees, and glimmering turquoise waters stretching into the distance before you. Such is the array of incredible beaches that it almost feels as if everywhere you… Continue Reading
15 Best Cities to Visit in Sri Lanka
In recent years, the tourism industry in Sri Lanka has really taken off, and it’s easy to see why. No longer blighted by civil war, the island nation’s glorious beaches, the plethora of incredible archaeological sites, and delicious cuisine have been attracting more and more visitors. Sri Lanka’s cities are home to friendly and welcoming… Continue Reading
15 Best Cities to Visit in South Korea
In less than fifty years, South Korea went from being one of the world’s poorest countries to one of its richest. Its thriving cities highlight this change as ancient palaces, and traditional temples lie next to gleaming shopping malls and futuristic buildings. Despite bordering two larger, more powerful nations for much of its history (Japan… Continue Reading
19 Top Tourist Attractions in Seoul
Combining culture, cuisine, history, and art in just one enticing city, South Korea’s capital certainly has loads going for it and is well worth visiting if you have the chance. Seoul offers an intoxicating mix of old and new. Ancient temples and palaces lie side by side with towering skyscrapers, thriving shopping, and sleek, modern… Continue Reading
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