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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.
Hidden Canyon & Kanto Lampo: Viral Bali Spots Near Ubud
Quickly. Hidden Canyon Beji Guwang and Kanto Lampo waterfall are two places near Ubud that have…
28 Sep 2026
Da Lat: A Mountain Escape from the Vietnamese Heat
Briefly. Da Lat is a mountain town at an altitude of 1500 meters, the “Vietnamese Alps”…
28 Sep 2026
Rot Fai & Jodd Fairs: Bangkok’s Trendy Night Markets
Quickly. Two Bangkok night markets have become cult destinations for a younger crowd — the vintage…
28 Sep 2026
Cafes with Animals in Tokyo: Owls, Rabbits, Cats & Prices
Briefly. The first cat café in Japan opened in Osaka in 2004, and today Tokyo has…
28 Sep 2026
Hanfu Photoshoots in China: Where, How Much, and What to Wear in 2026
Quickly. Hanfu – traditional clothing of the Han people with a three-thousand-year history, and photoshoots in…
28 Sep 2026
Xiaohongshu for Tourists: How to Find the Real China
In brief. Xiaohongshu (RedNote in international stores) is a Chinese social network that works as a…
28 Sep 2026
Egg and Coconut Coffee in Vietnam: What to Try & Where
Briefly. Egg coffee (cà phê trứng) and coconut coffee (cà phê cốt dừa) are two Vietnamese…
28 Sep 2026
Surfing in Bali for Beginners: Where to Learn & How Much It Costs
Quickly. Your first surfing lesson in Bali starts from $20–35, group lessons are $50–60 for a…
28 Sep 2026
Motorbike Rental in Thailand: Fines Aren’t the Biggest Risk
Current as of September 2026. To rent a car or motorbike in Thailand, you technically need…
28 Sep 2026
Drones in China 2026: Registration and the Ban over Beijing
Current as of September 2026. Drones weighing 250 grams or more must be registered in China…
28 Sep 2026