Like much of Southeast Asia, Malaysia is a very inexpensive country for travelers. The capital city of Kuala Lumpur is a hub for most people visiting the country. You can stay in a guesthouse for under $10 USD per night and eat for even less. Tourist attractions can range in price but are generally … [Read more...] about Best Free and Cheap Things to Do in Kuala Lumpur
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Frequently Asked Questions on Solo Travel in Southeast Asia
After writing the post on questions about solo travel in Turkey, I decided to make this a series to answer your burning questions about what it's really like to travel certain areas solo or as a female. In this case, I was traveling Southeast Asia with my sister, but many of the questions still … [Read more...] about Frequently Asked Questions on Solo Travel in Southeast Asia
Regrets and Illness on Koh Tao
From the moment the ferry got close to Koh Tao, I was already filled with regret. After spending the last week and a half on Koh Samui for my friend's wedding, I thought I'd had enough island time, but that wasn't the case. While parts of Koh Samui were certainly beautiful, particularly the area … [Read more...] about Regrets and Illness on Koh Tao
Adventures in Transportation: Southeast Asia
Getting around Southeast Asia is never dull, rarely on time and always a gamble. What seems like a straightforward journey can be an epic adventure, so be prepared for just about anything. You've got dozens of options at your disposal on how to get around, so why not try a little bit of each? Here … [Read more...] about Adventures in Transportation: Southeast Asia
Experiences Worth Having in Southeast Asia
I've talked about plenty of things I don't think are worth it in Southeast Asia, namely things that other people think are fun that I'm not overly interested in. The Full Moon Party. Elephant rides. Tubing in Vang Vieng. Selfies with tigers at Tiger Temple. Shooting off guns in Vietnam. Halong … [Read more...] about Experiences Worth Having in Southeast Asia