Quiet and beautiful Camotes islands are made of three main islands: Pacijan, Poro, and Ponson. They are named after the camotes or sweet potatoes, which thrive abundantly on the islands there. Ponson is pretty remote with its inhabitants living a really basic life, it’s also hard to get there as there is no regular boat […]
Category: Asia
9 crazy food I tried in Asia
Before I started traveling to Asia, when someone would ask me if there were something I didn’t eat, I would just answer “seafood.” After spending almost two years in South East Asia and gorging on street food and local delicacies, I realized there were many more things I didn’t eat, and the list kept growing […]
Gunung Mulu National Park – Complete travel guide
Trekking in Gunung Mulu National Park was one of my best adventures but also one of my worst. I always forgot I don’t really like trekking, especially in tropical climates when you’re already wet with sweat before even having taken your first step. Mulu was no exception, it was terrible, but it also amazing and […]
Bohol tourist spots: Complete travel guide
Bohol and its neighbor Panglao Island are getting more and more visitors each year due to their beauty and their many natural wonders. They offer fantastic snorkeling experiences with whale sharks and dolphins watching, relaxing moments in white sand beaches, meeting with the cute Tarsier and breathtaking view of the curious Chocolate Hills. Keep reading […]
Sibuyan Island tourist spots: Discovering the Galapagos of Asia
This remote island is part of the Romblon group and will please the most adventurous travelers. Being so isolated, it sees almost no tourists, the only few ones come from the neighboring islands. Sibuyan Island is mostly self-sufficient, and its 50 000 residents live from fishing and farming. It offers a large range of mountains […]
Bonbon beach: Romblon’s hidden paradise
If you’re looking to enjoy picture-perfect, deserted beaches away from tourists, then Romblon is the right island for you. The beaches here are amazing, the people are super friendly, and best of all, you can easily end up being the only one on the beach. One of the island’s most famous beaches is Bonbon beach […]
Visiting a Buddhist Temple: do’s and don’ts
Each Buddhist country has its own rituals and ways of practicing Buddhism. Traveling to one country to another, you´ll notice that the temples, the statues, the ceremonies… are different. A lot of things are different, but the core of the religion and its principles stay the same with each country having its unique ways of […]
12 ethical places in Southeast Asia to see wildlife
Southeast Asia is full of national parks, conservation areas, and wildlife sanctuaries. Unfortunately, the lack of education and legislation leads to people trying to profit from animal tourism without caring for the animals’ well being. The fault is also on tourists who don’t inform themselves of the terrible effects animal tourism can have. The perfect […]
2-week Borneo Itinerary (Malaysia)
Visiting the Malaysian part of Borneo is one of the most exceptional experiences you could live. From trekking to villages deep into the jungle to watching incredibly diverse wildlife, Borneo will wake up the adventurer in you. Here is a great two weeks Borneo itinerary that will take you to all the main attractions. Disclaimer: […]
Bako National Park – Everything you need to know
Bako National Park is one of Sarawak’s most visited National Park. Famous for its lush jungle, rugged landscapes, and impressive wildlife, the park offers unique experiences to its visitors. Easily accessible from Kuching, a short boat ride will take you inside Sarawak’s oldest protected area. It’s incredible to see how much natural beauty and activities […]
