We spent an unforgettable week surrounded by elephants, buffalo, dogs, cats, and more at Elephant Nature Park in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Check out more about our volunteer experience here!
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Myanmar is one of the last remaining untouched gems of Southeast Asia. Even during the off-season, you’ll want to spend all your mornings atop ancient spires in awe of the beautiful landscapes at sunrise.
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Vang Vieng is a backpackers playground: lazy boozy rivers, hidden jungle lagoons, and hot air ballooning is all we’re gonna say for now.
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Luang Prabang is home to a gorgeous colonial-style downtown, a vibrant textile and crafts scene, and some of the most fun waterfalls in Southeast Asia. Plus, the water-soaked Songkran festival in Luang Prabang is less crowded and just as fun as Thailand!
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The mountainous town of Pai is the perfect place to kick back, relax, and enjoy the remote Thai scenery.
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Vietnam is a consistent favorite among Southeast Asia backpackers. The worst part about traveling the country is realizing you’ll eventually have to leave. Here are our highlights!
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Vietnam’s capital and popular jumping off point is home to a beautiful Old Quarter, a thriving expat community, and a lively nightlife scene. We obviously scoped out the best digs.
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Southeast Asian markets tested our shopping resolve in many, many ways. Whether it was snake liquor in Laos, pearls in Bangkok, or street food in Cambodia - these six unique markets stole our hearts and our money and we aren’t even a little mad about it.
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Often overlooked by backpackers on their route through Vietnam, Da Lat really is must-stop location in the southern half of your itinerary. If you’re brave enough, get ready to strap on your helmet and harness your ropes for an epic adventure.
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After spending some time in Cambodia’s cities and countryside, we made a list with all our favorite stops along the way.
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The rural towns of Kampot and Kep lay along the coast just 3 hours outside of Phnom Penh. Relax on a river cruise, wander a seaside market, hike in the clouds, enjoy some community cuisine, or even tour a pepper farm!
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The fun city of Phnom Penh is a necessary stop on your Cambodia visit. There are many opportunities to explore the country’s tumultuous past. There are also tons of great hostels and food finds!
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Railay Beach, just near Ao Nang and easily reachable from Krabi, is known for its stellar adventure scene. Rent a kayak, do some SUP’ing, or spend a day climbing the famous karst cliffs. It’s impossible to be bored here.
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