The Best Travel Insurance for Backpackers

Backpackers and Digital Nomads can both enjoy the luxury of an extendible, long term Travel Insurance. There are many great travel insurance options, but almost none of them have the capability to extend while traveling. This is why there are specific Backpacker Travel Insurances recommended among the community. *This post currently has no affiliation with […]

Is Southeast Asia safe to Travel Solo 

Southeast Asia is safe enough to get permission to pitch a tent at a temple, leave my valuables, and sleep the night with no worries!

Southeast Asia is a relatively safe region. Compared to western countries, there is very little physical crime that occurs. The most common injury for tourists is a scooter accident. Is Thailand Safe Thailand is regularly ranking high in countries with the highest road fatalities. This is due to the relaxed driving standards as well as […]

Backpacking Southeast Asia Route: Best Cities & Travel Tips

Koh Tao Views

You’ve heard of the beautiful views, amazing food, or wonderfully friendly people in Southeast Asia. You’ve probably also heard that you can find all of these things while maintaining a cheap shoestring budget that you can’t otherwise do in many parts of the world. It’s true, and now you’re thinking of where to go in […]

Northern Thailand Smoky and Burning Season: should you go

Burning Season View from Wat Pha Lat

Thailand is one of the most visited countries in the world. There will always be tourists in the country, but you may have heard of a burning season or smokey season where it may not be as pleasant, or even safe to visit. In this article, you’ll learn what burning season is, when and where […]

Recovering from Stomach Bug and Food Poisoning in Thailand

Street Food in Chinatown, Bangkok, Thailand

So, you’ve been enjoying the cheap street foods across Thailand, or any other Southeast Asian country with a similar tropical setting, and now you feel it. A stomach bug or stomach flu is common amongst travelers all over the world. There are many great foods to eat, but they may not be as sanitary, or […]

Travel Packing Essentials: backpacking – everything you need

Backpacking Packing Guide: Everything in a 40 liter Backpack

This packing list is a guide to help you know everything that you need to pack for a long term backpacking trip. This packing guide for travel is ideal for minimalism. Being a minimalist while traveling makes it easier to move around without worry. What do you really need for long term travels? Well, the […]

Can I take a hiking backpack as a carry on?

Backpacking Packing Guide: Everything in a 40 liter Backpack

Can I take a hiking backpack as a carry on? Yes, you can take a hiking backpack as a carry on for your flight. However, it is restricted to the same size and weight rules as any other bag on for your airline. Typically, a 40L backpack will meet the requirements to be carry-on luggage […]

Renting a Scooter in Thailand: What you need to know

Pai Thailand 100 Baht Scooter

The cool breeze flying past your body as you ride your trusty two wheeled companion through the hills into the sun is one of the best feelings. You’ve definitely heard about the plentiful amount of scooters and motorcycles zipping through the streets in Southeast Asia. In this article, you’ll learn everything you need to know […]