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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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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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Everything you need to include in the ultimate one week itinerary for Cape Town, South Africa. Culture, food, wine, wildlife and stunning coastal scenery. Expat Getaways One Week in Cape Town, South Africa.

One Week in Cape Town, South Africa


There is so much to see and do in Cape Town. It is a city like no other that will win you over the minute you glimpse Table Mountain.   A whole week can seem like a long time to dedicate to one destination. You might be trying to cover a lot of ground on your big African holiday (check…

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