After travelling South East Asia earlier this year, Bali was the least favourite place I visited. After speaking to other travellers, this island really does have a marmite reputation with some nomads loving it and spending months or years there while others completely avoid it. On reflection, I made some pretty big errors and I …
29 hours to be exact. Singapore is a popular layover for long haul flights. While the airport itself has lots to entertain jet lagged travellers if you have more than 5 hours it’s definitely worth exploring this wonderful city. Where to stay in Singapore If your layover is overnight or longer than 18 hours then …
After six weeks of backpacking across Asia — constantly packing up, moving on, and catching buses — I finally landed in Phuket, where I spent an entire week in one place. And it was exactly what I needed. Phuket is perfect if you want to experience the best of Thailand without the hassle of island-hopping every couple of days. It’s …
Cambodia was one of my favourite destinations in Asia. I backpacked as a solo female traveller through South East Asia for 6 weeks only spending 4 nights in Cambodia which I regret (but also see it as an excuse to go back!). I stayed only in Siem Reap but if I went back I’d really …
Whether you’re starting for finishing your trip in the South of Vietnam this guide will give you the best tips to make the most of your time. Where to stay? As a backpacker Bui Vien Street Hostel was good. It’s noisy (to be expected) but a great location for nightlife and not too far to …
After starting in Hanoi my best stop travelling Vietnam was Hoi An. A short flight to Da Nang and 30 minute taxi I was at my hostel. Where to stay in Hoi An I stayed at Wanderlust Hostel and would definitely recommend. The couple who run it are lovely and make sure you have all …
I travelled Vietnam North to South and so started in the capital city of Hanoi. Where to stay The old quarter is the heart of the city where you can walk to amazing food spots and local sites. If you’re backpacking I recommend Little Charm Hanoi Hostel it was so clean, comfy beds with curtains, …
If you’re visiting Bali or Lombok in Indonesia then you need to spend a few days in the Gili Islands. Where to stay If you want more peace and quiet then best to stay on Gili Air but there’s more going on at Gili T. I stayed at Mad Monkey hostel which was lovely great …
A guide on what to do and where to go in Bali’s popular party town. Where to stay There are lots of hotels and hostels in Canggu as it’s a very touristy area. Look at most recent reviews to help you decide as since the pandemic some may not be as good as they were …
Where to stay and what to do in one of the most beautiful parts of Bali. Where to stay As a female solo traveller I can’t recommend Puri Garden Hostel and Hotel enough. For the price you could get your own hotel somewhere else but if you’re travelling on your own staying in a luxury …
