Bali’s Day of Silence
For one day a year, the waves crash the shore without carrying surfers. The music pulsating from the beach clubs is gone. There are no motorbikes whizzing by carrying entire […]
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Hiking Mt. Rinjani
One of the highlights of traveling in Indonesia is a multi-day hike up Mt. Rinjani on the island of Lombok. Towering at 3,726 meters (12,224 ft), this active volcano is the 2nd tallest
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10 Tips on How to Enjoy the Full Moon Party
Along the famed “Banana Pancake Trail” through Southeast Asia, there are a few legendary stops for those looking to get wild – the Pub Street in Siem Reap, in the
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Exploring Vang Vieng
Surrounded by majestic karst mountain peaks, lagoons, and caves, the little town of Vang Vieng, Laos has undergone a massive transformation in recent years. Once known for its hedonistic, booze-and-drug-fueled
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In the Tubing in Vang Vieng, Laos
Once upon a time, there existed a place that was somewhat of a backpacker dream world. The whiskey and beer flowed freely. There were “Happy Pizzas” and special shakes on
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How to Camp on the Great Wall of China
When it comes to China, one experience that’s high on every traveler’s list is a visit to the Great Wall. There’s a lot of talk about building walls these days,
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How To Spend 3 Incredible Days in Bangkok
Ah, Bangkok. The chaotic Thai capital has a special place in our hearts (and livers, for that matter). It’s definitely an acquired taste – on our first visit, we weren’t
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Celebrating Christmas and New Year’s in Bali
Bali is one of the most popular places in the world to spend the holidays, and for good reason. It’s a tropical island with an abundance of great accommodation choices,
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That Time I Took a Train Across China Dressed Like Santa
Your local pub is a place where ideas are born. When the beer and the conversation are both flowing, you never know what’s going to come out of it. Sometimes they’re
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Best of 2016
Most people would say that 2016 was a pretty awful year. We lost David Bowie and Prince and gained a childish orangutan as President. Speaking of primates – we’ll never forget