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🎒 Southeast Asia in Retrospect: The Trip That Changed Us
We didn’t see it all—but we saw more than enough to be changed Southeast Asia isn’t just a place you travel to. It’s a place you feel ....
adriana hamelin
May 133 min read


Back to Bangkok: Songkran, Souvenirs & Saying Goodbye
A Gentle Return Our final stop brought us back to Bangkok. After weeks of bouncing around Southeast Asia, it felt different this...
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May 122 min read


Wrapping Up in Thailand: Krabi, Koh Yao Noi & Phuket
After weeks of exploring across Southeast Asia, we wrapped up our journey by returning to Thailand for our last two weeks. It was one of...
adriana hamelin
Apr 145 min read


Three Nights in Singapore: A Memorable Stopover
Arrival in Singapore Getting into Singapore was easy. We grabbed a trolley off the plane, walked about four minutes before leaving it,...
adriana hamelin
Mar 314 min read


Our 8 Nights in Bali and 1 Night in Nusa Penida - March 2025
Arriving in Bali Preparation for Bali was key, and once it was done—hurray! All online documents were completed, making the arrival...
adriana hamelin
Mar 285 min read


A Quick Stop in Kuala Lumpur: Highlights & Travel Tips
Malaysia was a quick three-night stop for us, so we naturally stayed in Kuala Lumpur City Center (KLCC). Big cities aren’t really our...
adriana hamelin
Mar 274 min read


Vietnam Recap: what we loved & what we'd do differently
Vietnam left a lasting impression on us. Even after moving on to Malaysia, we found ourselves reminiscing about the experiences we had...
adriana hamelin
Mar 222 min read


Phu Quoc Travel Guide: A Relaxing Stay in Sunset Town
Our trip to Phu Quoc was unique compared to our other Southeast Asia adventures, as we spent most of our time relaxing at the hotel ....
adriana hamelin
Mar 163 min read


Exploring Da Nang & Hoi An – Beaches, Mountains, and Lanterns
Arrival at Da Nang Airport Da Nang Airport made a great first impression. The signage for GRAB taxis was clear, and staff were present to...
adriana hamelin
Mar 113 min read


Hanoi & Ha Long Bay: Chaos, Cruises & Captivating Streets
Arriving in Vietnam: Hanoi & Ha Long Bay Our journey to Vietnam started with a flight from Chiang Mai, Thailand, to Hanoi, Vietnam, on...
adriana hamelin
Mar 95 min read


Hotel & Restaurant Reviews in Thailand - Bangkok, Koh Tao, Koh Samui and Chiang Mai
Bangkok Airport: Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) A massive, well-organized airport with plenty of dining and shopping options. Immigration...
adriana hamelin
Mar 89 min read


Chiang Mai – A Laid-Back Escape in Northern Thailand
First Impressions Chiang Mai was a refreshing change of pace after Bangkok. Seeing mountains in the distance was a nice contrast to the...
adriana hamelin
Mar 64 min read


Exploring Koh Tao and Koh Samui: A Journey from Bangkok to the Islands
February 2025 From Bangkok, we took a short one-hour flight to Koh Samui before hopping on a ferry to Koh Tao. Upon landing, we headed...
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Feb 283 min read


Exploring Bangkok
We left Haneda Airport in Tokyo, Japan, and headed to Suvarnabhumi Airport in Bangkok, Thailand. It’s almost a seven-hour flight, with a...
adriana hamelin
Feb 263 min read


How to Plan the Perfect Itinerary for Southeast Asia (or Any Big Adventure!)
Packing cubes for organization (bought in 2024, best decision for traveling) Smart Tag (thought we lost our backpack in Miami, but...
adriana hamelin
Jan 304 min read
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