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One Day in Macau – without visiting a casino

Macau is touted as the Las Vegas of the East and for good reason. Gambling revenue accounts for 40% of their GDP and in 2014 the gambling revenue was $US45 billion compared to just $US6.5 billion in Las Vegas. Stanley ...
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Wan Chai pulls you in. It is the buzzing heart of Hong Kong. Once known as the red light district, is is a neighbourhood packed full of culture and history.

Explore Hong Kong – Wan Chai

Wan Chai is one of those areas that pulls you in. It has a reputation far and wide as the red light district of Hong Kong and the area to go for those looking for a good time. For the ...
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Saving Sea Turtles, Costa Rica and Sri Lanka.

Saving Sea Turtless

Last week in Sri Lanka I had an amazing experience. I got to release baby sea turtles into the ocean! It’s an experience I’ve had before in Costa Rica and something that I’m very passionate about. This time it was even ...
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One week in Myanmar

One Week in Myanmar

Everyone who visits Myanmar comes back saying the same two words: “go now”. The name hints at the exotic, off the beaten path adventures. After a little research it became very clear. I did need to “go now”, but I ...
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5 Reasons to Visit Battambang, Cambodia

Guest Post: Caroline Hosey, Grits and Rice Why should you visit Battambang, Cambodia? At first glance, this city may not seem as impressive as Siem Reap or Phnom Penh. Once you get off the tourist trail you gain a more ...
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48 Hours in Hanoi, Vietnam

48 Hours in Hanoi, Vietnam

I love Vietnam. Hanoi has everything that Vietnam is about- culture, history and of course excellent Vietnamese food. The chaos can be all consuming, but once you embrace the crazy you will find yourself humming along with the frantic pace ...
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