India travel tips | All you need to know before you go
When to go, where to go, what to eat and drink, and how to avoid scams, here’s all you need to know before you go to India.
Travel tips for first-time visitors to China
From applying for a China travel visa to how to get around, here are mine and my fellow travel bloggers tips for first-time visitors to China.
Impressions of China | Highlights of Hunan
Mighty mountain ranges rising out of the mists, a spicy local cuisine that’s out of this world and smiling faces wherever I turned, a week exploring Hunan province proved a wonderful introduction to China, the land where my father was born.
The best (and worst) things to eat in Japan
A guide to traditional and modern Japanese cuisine, from matcha ice cream to Japanese curry, eel’s liver soup to the deadly poisonous pufferfish.
What is a traditional Japanese Breakfast?
The first time I visited Japan, one of the many things I was looking forward to was the food. Local cuisine always plays a big part in my travels. I had heard a great many good things about food in Japan so I arrived with high expectations.
The most awe-inspiring landmarks in China
Seven not-to-be-missed landmarks in China, selected from the vast array of unforgettable sights across this vast historic country.
A vegetarian and vegan guide to Beijing, China
Jade and Kev from Two Tall Travellers share their guide to vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Beijing.
The best places in the world to go white-water rafting
Where are the best places in the world for white-water rafting for both beginners and more experienced rafters?
Gujo-Hachiman, Japan’s Water City and the Castle in the Sky
Gujo-Hachiman, known as the Water City thanks to its many waterways, is a beautiful town to visit in central Japan with a stunning castle perched on a hilltop. Wander along the old streets, join a replica food workshop, learn to dance and eat matcha ice cream!
In the Footsteps of the Samurai: Walking the Nakasendo Way
As I stride along the narrow path, tall cedar trees tower above me. All I can hear is the gurgling stream, birds twittering and the breeze rustling in the treetops. The large cobbles I tread upon have been worn down over the centuries by the footsteps of thousands of...
Instagramming Japan – Autumn Colours in Shoryudo
The colours of autumn in Japan are mesmerising. Golds, russets and reds all vie for your attention. As I recently found out, it’s a beautiful time of year to visit central Japan — a visual delight for my eyes and my camera.
37 top tips for first-time visitors to Japan
From translating Japanese menus to using public transport, never blowing your nose in public to navigating your way around a high-tech toilet, here are 37 top tips that I’m sure will be invaluable to anyone travelling to Japan for the first time.
Instagramming Chiang Mai – Mesmerised by Gold
As we turned the corner a glinting golden stupa came into view. It literally took my breath away and I clearly remember thinking “How lucky am I?” This was my first visit to Thailand and I instantly fell in love with its people …its temples …its food …its philosophy. And it’s gold. Golden stupa. Golden Buddhas. Golden monks.
A mini guide to the best street food in Chiang Mai, Thailand
Join Nathan Aguilera, aka the Foodie Flashpacker, in Thailand as he tells us where to find the best Thai street food in Chiang Mai.
The best places to stay in Chiang Mai, from rural homestays to the ultimate in luxury
From rural home stays to luxurious city hotels: 4 great places to stay in the province of Chiang Mai, Thailand.
24 hours in Bangkok
Bangkok can be a shock to the system, a chaotic cacophony of cars and people. Is it worth it just for one night? Find out how I felt after 24 hours in Bangkok.
Top 10 must-see places to visit in Burma
Why Burma? Why now? Ever since reading the novel , The Piano Tuner by Daniel Mason, I have wanted to visit Burma (now known as Myanmar). Set in the late 19th century, the story vividly painted a picture in my mind of an exotic land of lush jungles and glittering temples – the same colonial Burma that Rudyard Kipling fell in love with, inspiring the poem Mandalay.
Discovering the Lanna Kingdom and the Wat Phra Singh Temple in Chiang Mai
Beyond the traffic jams and beaches of southern Thailand, lies an oasis of lush green landscapes, sleepy villages and laid-back cities. Welcome to Chiang Mai and the Wat Phra Singh Temple.
Top 10 reasons to visit Java
Ancient temples, dramatic volcanic craters, lush green forests, delicious food – all these images and more pop into my head when I think of Indonesia and in particular Java, the island I would most love to visit. I’ve heard it is less touristy than the...
The best hotels in Goa, from the finest in luxury to old world charm
A riot of colour. A gentle pace of life. Palm trees, tumbling bourgainvillea and white sandy beaches that stretch for miles. Temples and churches. Jungles to explore. And not forgetting some of the most delicious food I’ve ever tasted. Goa is a perfect holiday destination for me. Having spent a wonderful week here visiting hotels with The Goa Experience here’s my pick of my favourite 5 places to stay in this magical corner of India.
