The Hong Kong peninsular is home to no less than 263 islands. Whilst there are many delights on Hong Kong island and Kowloon, they are also fantastic bases for you to easily hop across to visit a lesser-known outer island. On my final day in Hong Kong, I decided to try and visit Lamma Island. […]
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Best Places to See in China according to Travel Bloggers
There are many incredible places to explore in China. For many the Great Wall of China will be on their bucket list and to see the sparkling metropolis of Shanghai. There are also fantastic hidden gems to be explored and wonderful ethnic groups to meet in this vast country. Here is a list of 25 […]
Ultimate Guide to the Pai Bamboo Bridge Trail
Is this Thailand’s most beautiful short trek? The windy road suddenly turned very bumpy. The steep climb up the muddy path was tough for our little 125 CC scooter. As we turned the corner, a stream appeared which completely crossed the path. We carefully traversed the liquid obstacle. I hung on tightly as our little […]
Best Things to do in Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai is a city in the far north of Thailand. Whilst it is not yet as popular as Chiang Mai which lies 3 hours south, Chiang Rai is a quieter alternative for those seeking a more authentic Thai experience. Chiang Rai is now firmly on the Thailand backpacker trail and it is understandable why. […]
Best Vegan food in Chiang Rai
3 places to try Vegan Food in Chiang Rai and where not to go! Chiang Rai is a city in the far north of Thailand. Whilst there may not be as many vegan places as the larger similarly named city of Chiang Mai there are still plenty of options for vegan travellers. Here are 3 […]
Is this Northern Thailand’s most incredible Waterfall?
Thailand is well known for its natural beauty in terms of beaches, mountains and gorgeous waterfalls. Yet many of these popular pretty spots can be overflowing with tourists. These crowds can ruin your experience but of course, many of these honeypots are popular for a reason. Yet there are still some incredible hidden gems in […]
An underrated Weekend Trip to Wuxi from Shanghai
Ever heard of the city of Wuxi? Neither had I until I needed to escape the busy metropolis of Shanghai. I love Shanghai but after a frustrating week at work, I had an overwhelming urge to escape. I did not want to go too far nor anywhere too touristy such as Hangzhou or Suzhou. With […]
10 unmissable Hikes in China
China is a gigantic country. The Middle Kingdom offers a treasure trove of hikes across the country from its colossal Himalayas in the South, holy mountains in its heartland, low lying mountains in the East and of course the Great Wall of China snaking on peaks protecting the North. Two-thirds of China’s total land area […]
Quirky and Unusual Things to do in Shanghai
Forget the bund, Yu Gardens and Nanjing Road. You want to see what else Shanghai has to offer. What unusual, quirky and interesting things are waiting to be discovered in this Chinese metropolis? Do you want to find places of the beaten path that not every tourist knows about? Carry on reading as I reveal […]
One day in the Yellow Mountains
“To enjoy the magnificence of a mountain, you have to look upwards in most cases. To enjoy Mount Huangshan, however, you’ve got to look downward.” Quote by an ancient Chinese writer. Awful queues and magnificent views is how I would describe my visit to the Yellow Mountains. In my final month of living in Shanghai, […]