March 12, 2018
The secret is out! Luang Prabang, Laos is quickly becoming a must visit for an expat long weekend. It is a fine balancing act, retaining the laid back vibe all the while accommodating tourists comfortably. Things to do in Luang Prabang: See the monks collecting alms at sunrise Temple hopping Kuang Si Waterfalls Night Markets Climb Mount Phousi A river…
February 12, 2017
I love Vietnam. Hanoi has everything that Vietnam is about- culture, history and of course excellent Vietnamese food. The chaos can be all consuming, but once you embrace the crazy you will find yourself humming along with the frantic pace of this thriving metropolis. With regular flights from all over the world Hanoi makes for a perfect weekend expat getaway.…
December 22, 2016
Bangkok is a popular stopover for many tourists visiting Thailand and is the gateway to South East Asia. In fact, it was the first place I ever travelled to as a naïve teenager fresh out of high school! It can be overwhelming for the first time traveller and many leave remembering only the heat, chaotic traffic and questionable smells as…
November 17, 2016
Dubai is perfect layover destination and with one of the world’s busiest airports it’s no surprise that many travellers find themselves spending some time in this incredible city. We spent 48 hours in Dubai discovering everything it has to offer. With only two days to spend I put together my must see/do list and came up with the following:…
November 9, 2016
Hong Kong is the gateway to Asia and buzzes with a vibrant culture of east meets west, old and new. As an expat living here it is easy to get caught up in the daily grind, but with a friend visiting soon I set out to rediscover what makes this city tick. Here are all the must see places…