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Oct 26, 2019

Adjusting to Southeast Asian Culture

Incredibly enchanting but also wildly chaotic, Southeast Asia has proven to be difficult to adjust to. My biggest takeaways in adjusting.

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Oct 8, 2019

Ha Long Bay-- The perfect one-day getaway in Northern Vietnam

Did you really visit Vietnam if you didn’t go to the famous Ha Long Bay? This beautiful area is a few hours east of Hanoi, and it is a...

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Sep 27, 2019

Rice Field Adventure in the Muong Hoa Valley, Sapa

An adventure through the valley and hillside of Sapa with our unexpected Hmong friend

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Sep 22, 2019

Best Places to Eat (and Drink) in Hanoi, Vietnam

One of the best parts about traveling is getting to try all the amazing food! When we arrived in Vietnam, I was most excited to try...

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Sep 8, 2019

The Essential Packing List for Travelers

If you decide to go traveling as a backpacker, there are things you need to be aware of when it comes to what you decide to bring on your...

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Sep 2, 2019

Nong Khiaw, Laos-- A hidden gem of northern Laos

If you'd like to get out of the hustle and bustle of Luang Prabang and explore a small town in the far north of Laos, you need to visit...

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Aug 27, 2019

How to Get Started Traveling the World

Since we started traveling, we've gotten these questions a lot... “How did you begin this traveling lifestyle?” “How have you funded your...

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Aug 20, 2019

Mini Adventure: Laos to Vietnam

We decided to go into Vietnam by land instead of flying to save some money. It was a 10-hour drive and we thought, “it can’t be that bad....

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Aug 16, 2019

4-Day Motorbike Loop Around Central Laos (A Day-by-day Guide)

If you'd like to experience an authentic side of Laos, with spectacular views and the opportunity to visit small villages, consider the...

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Aug 16, 2019

Renting a Motorbike in Southeast Asia

I bet you’ve heard stories about backpackers riding motorbikes through Southeast Asia, exploring unknown jungles and visiting village...

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Aug 14, 2019

The Secret War and UXO's in Laos

The Secret War in Laos during the time of the Vietnam War is still under-recognized, which does a disservice to the citizens of Laos who...

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Aug 14, 2019

Mini Adventure: Kuang Si Falls, Luang Prabang

The epic and photo-worthy Kuang Si Falls has been on our list, so we decided to make a trip of it when we got back to Luang Prabang. We...

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Aug 14, 2019

History of Laos

I am so excited to share with you all the history of one of my favorite countries: Laos! Its culture is very unique to other South-East...

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Aug 2, 2019

Mini Adventure: King's Palace, Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang is recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site for its unique blend of colonial European architecture and historical Lao...

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