Khao San Road is a microcosm of the tourism industry in Thailand, and its evolution into a package tour shell of its former self is reflective of Thailand as a whole, but is it too far gone for backpackers to…
The Evolution Of Khao San Road.
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Posted in Destinations
Posted in Destinations
Should You Travel To Dangerous Countries?
The world is filled with countries that are seemingly off limits to any mere mortal traveller. With tales of extreme danger and endless conflict or terrorist attacks filling the headlines, is anywhere safe to travel to? And should you travel…
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Posted in Solo Travel, Travel Safety, Travel Talk
Posted in Solo Travel, Travel Safety, Travel Talk
Should Travellers Eat Shark Fin Soup?
Shark fin soup is a traditional Asian dish steeped in history and culture, but with modern ethical and environmental concerns, is this one cultural experience travellers should be avoiding? I love food, I really do. Anyone who knows me well or…
Exploring Bangkok’s Chinatown.
Bangkok’s Chinatown is a fascinating, contradictory and endlessly fun part of this teeming megalopolis, and one that many travellers tend to overlook. Get all the information you need about exploring this part of Thailand’s capital city here. Chinatown – known…
Be Mosquito Ready On Your Gap Year.
Every single year over 4 million backpackers and travellers visit parts of the world that are at risk of malaria, and less than half of them are not protecting themselves adequately enough against the mosquitoes that carry this potentially fatal disease,…
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Posted in Travel Health
Posted in Travel Health
How To Avoid Taxi And Tuk Tuk Scams In Bangkok.
Taxi and tuk tuk scams in Bangkok is a persistent problem for backpackers and travellers, and one that has led to a lot of trouble and resentment for many people visiting the city of supposed angels. Here are some of…
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