Park rangers stop traffic for a wild elephant to cross the road at Khao Yai National Park. If you get tired of Bangkok’s noise and traffic, there’s a quiet nature escape just a few hours away—Khao Yai National Park. This 2,206 square kilometer park is famous for wild...
Thailand is one of my many homes. Chiang Mai is where I normally spend my winters and where I just returned after a pandemic hiatus. Whether you’re here for two days or two months, this guide will answer all your questions about things to do, logistics and where to eat!
The hardest part of any trip to Thailand is deciding where to go. The choices are endless – the white sandy beaches of the Andaman Coast, indulging in Chiang Mai’s culinary delights, visiting Bangkok’s gleaming Buddhist temples and biking through the 13th-century ruins of ancient Sukhothai.
The scenery in Vietnam’s Ninh Binh province, known as the “Halong Bay on land” is unmatched in Southeast Asia. Discover the best things to do in Ninh Binh, from iconic Trang A boat trips and the Mua Cave viewpoint to tranquil pagodas and lush rice fields, along with transport and hotel options.
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is the sleek modern paradox to Hanoi’s ancient streets. With a population of eight million, the city is flooded with motorbike traffic—crossing the street isn’t for the faint of heart—and towering skyscrapers. While most of the main sights in District 1 are war-related, the city has an unmistakable vibe that will make it hard to leave and some of the best craft beer in Asia.
Hanoi is a glimpse at the chaos and history of Vietnam. It’s home to the country’s largest airport and the gateway to Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay and Ninh Binh. Here’s the best things to do in Hanoi.
Like India, Vietnam can be a sensory overload of beauty, complexity and delicious food. Since I visit Vietnam every year for work, I’ve compiled a detailed guide to cover the top destinations, logistics, costs and safety.
On a whim, my friend & I flew to Bangkok from Chiang Mai this week to go see Moo Deng, the viral baby pigmy hippo at the Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Si Racha, Chonburi, Thailand, two hours west of Bangkok. Here are my favorite shots from my visit with Moo Deng:
Today, I went to visit Moo Deng, a baby pigmy hippo was born in July in Thailand. Here’s how my friend and I visited Moo Deng from Bangkok without a car and timed our trip to get the best photos of the viral superstar!
Southeast Asia is the PERFECT travel destination – it’s cheap, safe and absolutely beautiful. Plus, it’s always flip-flop weather! It’s the most common place I get asked about for travel advice. Check out my list of the top six places to visit in Southeast Asia!
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