DIY trip from Surat Thani to Padang Besar Border
There are plenty of ways to book a trip to cross the Padang Besar border from Thailand to Malaysia with a travel agency. Especially the journey from Surat Thani (Thailand) to Penang / Georgetown (Malaysia) is a very common traveller route. However, if you want to do this trip by yourself and maybe spend just […]
Koh Koh Pups Koh Tao – How a dog rescue stole my heart
For today’s blog post, I wanted to share a little story about something that has been a part of my daily life here on Koh Tao since December 2021. It actually became so normal to me that I’ve never shared it on my blog before. Why? I asked myself this question today and don’t know […]
Philippines 1 month travel & diving itinerary
If you are planning to travel the Philippines, love diving and are on a budget, this 1 month travel & diving itinerary might be exactly what you’ve been looking for! I explored Philippines in November 2023 during my year-long Southeast Asia adventure. While you can easily find general travel plans online, the ones that highlight […]
How to travel Flores by bus
Flores is an island located in the Eastern part of Indonesia in the province of East Nusa Tenggara. It’s named Flores, which means ‘flowers’ in Portuguese due to its lush landscapes. Most people take a flight to the city Labuan Bajo in the West, visit the famous Komodo National Park for a few days and […]
How to extend the E-Visa for Indonesia & fix for common issue
In 2020 Indonesia implemented an electronic visa (E-visa) system which makes the life of travellers much easier. Firstly, you can obtain your visa online before arriving in Indonesia. Secondly, you can extend your tourist visa within only a minute instead of visiting a local immigration office and wasting at least 3-4 days. The E-visa system […]
My liveaboard experience with Dive Komodo
Until a few months ago I’ve known Komodo National Park only from the famous Instagram photos of Padar island. I noticed that most people go to Komodo to do a one or multiple day boat trip to see the Komodo dragons, go hiking and enjoy the stunning scenery of the islands. But little did I […]
3 months itinerary for Cambodia, Vietnam & Laos including budget – Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia is a very popular destination among backpackers. Not only is it super easy and safe to travel but also very affordable. In 2023 I explored Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos within three months and want to share the route and daily average costs with you. It’s the perfect round-trip starting end ending in Thailand. […]
My first Workaway experience in Cambodia
I’m currently travelling Southeast Asia without a set time limit. The duration is basically determined by how long the budget lasts and I enjoy doing it. You can read more about my thoughts leading to this new chapter here. So before I started this journey I sat down and thought about what I want to […]
8 amazing things to do in Dalat, Vietnam in 2023
Dalat is located in the central Highlands region in Vietnam and a real gem! Due to is altitude of 1,500 metres above sea level, the temperatures are very pleasant and a nice contrast after coming from a rather tropical climate. The climate in Dalat also reflects in its agriculture. Dalat supplies huge amounts of products […]
DIY Guide for a day in Bokor Hill National Park by scooter
Are you ready for an adventurous day out and adding some contrast to what you’ve seen so far in Cambodia? A trip to Bokor Hill National Park will show you a side of this country you didn’t think existed. Here’s your in-depth guide for a DIY trip to Bokor Hill by scooter. When staying in […]