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The Cheapest & Best Cities to Live in Thailand
Thailand is one of the most popular destinations for digital nomads and anyone looking for a new life in a beautiful country with low living costs. In this post, we’re going to look at some of the cheapest cities to live in Thailand and five of the best options for anyone thinking of moving to the ever popular Southeast Asian country. 5 of the Best Cities to Live in Thailand Chiang Mai One of the best cities to live in Thailand is Chiang Mai. Located in the north of the country and sometimes referred to as Thailand’s second city, Chiang Mai is a world away from the hustle and bustle…
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Travel Insurance for Backpackers & Digital Nomads – The Best Options
On this page we look at how to find the best travel insurance for backpackers and digital nomads in 2021 and beyond. The article highlights the main options whether you are looking for the most extensive cover, the best cheap travel insurance or a happy medium. Anyone travelling overseas is highly advised to take out proper travel insurance and it’s especially important that you understand the full terms of your cover during this period while the world continues to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. Best Travel Insurance for Backpackers & Digital Nomads There are a huge number of travel insurance companies out there. However very few specialise in providing travel…
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Thailand Entry Requirements & Travel FAQs
In this post, we’ll look at the current Thailand entry requirements and travel restrictions. We’ll also speculate slightly as to what may happen in 2021 as the country reopens its doors to travellers and question whether or not a normal backpacking trip in the country will be possible. At the bottom of the page, there are answers to some general frequently asked questions about travelling in Thailand. Thailand Entry Requirements & Pandemic Response COVID-19 impact on Thailand According to the official data, Thailand hasn’t been hit that hard by the pandemic with only 60 recorded COVID-19 fatalities as of 1st December 2020. This is one of the lowest rates in…
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Best Street Food and Dishes in Thailand
When travelling to Thailand, one of the best things you can do is eat! In this country, you can enjoy all the lovely flavours in one bowl. I’m fortunate enough to be staying and travelling around Asia where I can always have access to Thai food. But of course, nothing beats getting them in the most authentic way possible – in the restaurants or food stalls in Bangkok’s busy streets. And whenever I get the chance, these are the 5 dishes that I always indulge in. by Sofia Angeli Thai Street Food & Restaurants – 5 Great Dishes Tom Yum Gung – For Seafood Lovers View this post on Instagram…
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The Most Visited Countries in Asia
As the world’s largest and most populated continent, Asia is an incredibly diverse place with a wide range of popular travel destinations. In this post we will run down the five most visited countries in Asia according to official UN figures for global tourism. The figures quoted are for 2018 as some countries have not published their data for 2019 yet. Top 5 Most Visited Countries in Asia 1. China – 62.9 million visits (in 2018) China is officially the most visited country in Asia and by some margin. Whilst emerging as a 21st Century superpower, China has invested hugely into its travel infrastructure. Cities such as Beijing and…
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Cambodia Backpacking Route
Cambodia is a very popular backpacking destination in Southeast Asia and while visitor numbers are ever increasing, it retains plenty of its old charm. Less chaotic and more relaxed than its large neighbours Vietnam and Thailand, anyone backpacking Cambodia will discover a nation of great contrasts. It is home to magnificent temples, beautiful countryside and paradise islands as well as areas of extreme poverty while the scars of recent horrors are still all too real. Cambodia Itinerary Overview How long does it take to backpack Cambodia? Cambodia is a relatively small country although getting around it can be very slow going. Therefore it’s important to take this into consideration. For…
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Full Moon Parties around the World – Where and When?
For those of you who didn’t pay attention in Science classes at school, full moons occur on the same date everywhere in the world once every 29 or 30 days. On this page we will look at when and where the world’s biggest full moon parties take place. Note that some of the popular backpacker full moon parties can occur a few days before or after the official full moon date. Therefore it is worth checking to be sure nearer the time, certainly for the more official gatherings like the one on Thailand’s Ko Pha Ngan. Full Moon Party Dates 2020 & 2021 Friday 10th January 2020 Sunday 9th February…
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Thailand Backpacking Route
The experience of backpacking Thailand has changed dramatically over the past twenty years and some would say for the worse but travellers continue to flock to the so-called ‘land of smiles’ in ever-increasing numbers. This page gives you an idea of what a typical Thailand backpacking route might look like. It’s most applicable to travellers without major time restraints but you can easily pick and choose sections that appeal if you have less time. Backpacking Thailand – Route Info TIME NEEDED – 2 MONTHS Allow 2 months to get around the whole route outlined below. It could be done in less time, particularly if you are not so fussed with…
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5 Best Backpacking Destinations in Northern Vietnam
Travellers in Southeast Asia often leave with fond memories of Northern Vietnam, a region which retains so much of its cultural heritage and still feels like a step into the unknown in comparison to the more commercialised travel hotspots further south and in neighbouring Thailand and Cambodia. Read on for our top five backpacking destinations in Northern Vietnam. The Main Backpacking Destinations in Northern Vietnam Halong Bay Halong Bay is the real jewel in Vietnam’s crown and one of the most stunning natural sights anywhere in the world. It consists of literally thousands of small limestone islands dotted around the South China Sea just off the coast of mainland…
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Indonesia Travel – What to See in Yogyakarta & The Surrounding Areas
As well as having a really cool name, Yogyakarta has much to wow even the least easily impressed traveller. It’s not a massive town but there is so much in the surrounding area, that it is less a question of what to see in Yogyakarta, but more a question of how much you will have time to fit in. Vast ancient temples and ridiculously active volcanoes surround this friendly city which lies in the heart of Java, Indonesia’s most populous island. It’s easy to reach with good plane, train and bus links to the rest of this vast country and it nicely breaks up the popular but long journey from…
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