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Expat Getaways 48 Hours in Luang Prabang, Laos.

48 Hours in Luang Prabang, Laos


The secret is out! Luang Prabang, Laos is quickly becoming a must visit for an expat long weekend. It is a fine balancing act, retaining the laid back vibe all the while accommodating tourists comfortably. Things to do in Luang Prabang: See the monks collecting alms at sunrise Temple hopping Kuang Si Waterfalls Night Markets Climb Mount Phousi A river…

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One Week in Kerala - India

One Week in Kerala, India


The icons of the north like the Taj Mahal in the Golden Triangle attract most first time visitors to India. Clearly onto a good thing, Kerala is where many Indians choose to take their holidays. They’re attracted by the tropical beaches, rich history and fantastic food and you should be to! Kerala is a tropical oasis on the southwest coast…

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Expat Getaways - One Day in Stone Town, Zanzibar, Tanzania.

One Day in Stone Town, Zanzibar – Tanzania


When I think of Zanzibar I think of white sand beaches, turquoise waters and relaxing. There is so much more than kicking back with a cocktail on this African spice island. No trip is complete without exploring the maze like streets of historic Stone Town.   It is easy to get lost so we enlisted the help of Yussuf at…

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Expat Getaways, First Time Hong Kong Survival Guide.

First Time Hong Kong Survival Guide


Hong Kong is my adopted home. I love it here! It’s a thriving metropolis with 7.3 million people crammed into high-rises as far as the eye can see. It is fast paced, hectic and often overwhelming for the first time traveller or newly arrived expat.   Once you get in the swing of things you’ll see that it is an…

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