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Travel blog about Asia
Articles and guides on independent travel across Asia: visas, money, transport, seasons, routes and practical tips for Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Cambodia and Bali.
Mentality and Etiquette in China
The concept of "face", haggling at markets, behavior in company and small things that make communication…
4 Jul 2026
Safety in China for Tourists
How safe China is, which scams to avoid and what to consider about the internet and…
4 Jul 2026
When to Go to China: Seasons, the Sea, Spring and December
The best months for a trip around China and which dates to avoid because of the…
4 Jul 2026
Japanese Etiquette: Mentality and Unwritten Rules
A short guide to politeness: what to do and what to avoid so you do not…
4 Jul 2026
Safety in Japan for Tourists
Why Japan is one of the safest countries in the world, and what is still worth…
4 Jul 2026
Seasons in Japan: Cherry Blossom Season, Maple Season and When to Go
A month-by-month guide to weather and scenery: when the cherry blossoms bloom, when the maples turn…
4 Jul 2026
Getting Around Bali: Why Grab Doesn’t Work in Ubud & What To Do
Grab and Gojek are legal in Bali, but local taxi drivers often block them in central…
22 Jun 2026
Taxis in China: DiDi via Alipay, the Metro and High-Speed Trains
How to register on 12306, buy a high-speed train ticket with a passport and not be…
8 Jun 2026
Transport in Japan: Suica or Pasmo, ICOCA, JR Pass and the Shinkansen
Suica, Pasmo, Welcome Suica and the JR Pass: what a tourist should take, where to buy…
2 Jun 2026
How Much a Trip to Cambodia Costs: A Budget by Day
Cambodia is one of the cheapest countries in Asia, but an Angkor ticket costs as much…
27 May 2026