General Travel Articles
Travel Tech Guide
We get lots of questions about the tech people should bring on the road. Using your phone or laptop overseas, […]
Top 10 travel tips for an amazing trip
Getting travel tips is never an easy process. There’s a lot on the internet, on social media, friends and family […]
Travel Safety
It’s a huge broad question, isn’t it? How can I stay safe while I am travelling. It’s a question I […]
North Asia Articles
Silk Road border crossings
Most seasoned travellers have done it at least once, crossed a land border. Most people know it can be a […]
Mongolia’s Golden Eagle Festival
Where the mountains meet the sky and the wind whispers secrets, the golden eagles gather for a timeless ritual. A […]
Kunming – 6 awesome things to do
Sorry where? I hear you say. Kunming, China. Why would anyone want to go there? Ok now you sound like […]
Guide to the Tibet-Qinghai Railway
There’s a lot of buzz right now about China’s brand-new railway from Lhasa to Xining, the new Tibet–Qinghai railway which […]
Chinese Silk Road Towns
There are many stops along the way on the paths of the Silk Road in China, these are the ones […]
About Chinese Trains
Trying to catch a train in China can be a somewhat daunting experience, from the preparation, to getting a ticket […]
South-East Asia Articles
The Ultimate Bali Guide
Yes, I’ve travelled the world. I love travelling, but I see travelling as different to taking a holiday. Travelling is […]
Climbing Mt Ijen
There are a lot of stories out there about climbing Mt Ijen in Indonesia and a lot of misconceptions both […]
South Asia Articles
Beatles Ashram
Located in the heart of spiritual North India on the outskirts of Rishikesh is the Ashram of the Maharishi Mahesh […]
What to see in Sri Lanka
Amidst the verdant hills and sun-kissed beaches of this teardrop-shaped island lies a tapestry of enigmas waiting to be unravelled […]
Festivals of Bhutan
Festivals in Bhutan are not just events; they are vibrant expressions of the country’s deeply ingrained culture, spirituality, and sense […]
Festivals of India
India is a vibrant, diverse and colourful country known for its rich cultural tapestry, and its festivals are a testament […]
9 tips for India to know before you go
India is a vibrant, colourful and somewhat chaotic country that we think absolutely everyone should visit at least once. A […]
Travel to Bhutan – the practical information
On my recent trip to Bhutan, I felt like I’d happened across the lost land of Shangri-La. It’s stunningly beautiful, […]
Central Asia Articles
Silk Road border crossings
Most seasoned travellers have done it at least once, crossed a land border. Most people know it can be a […]
Five Stans of Central Asia
The five stans of Central Asia are an area of the world almost forgotten about by modern travellers, yet they […]
The Observatory of Ulugh Beg
The Observatory of Ulugh Beg is located in the legendary city of Samarkand in present-day Uzbekistan. The observatory is the […]
Towers of Silence
A Tower of Silence or ‘dakhma’ can be found outside the Zoroastrian centres of Iran and Uzbekistan or you might […]
The Darvaza Crater
In the heart of the untamed wilderness, where shadows dance upon ancient secrets, lies an enigma born of fire and […]
Eating safe on the Silk Road Journey
While you shouldn’t let your dietary needs dissuade you from taking this incredible journey, I’m not going to sit here […]
West Asia Articles (Middle East)
The Unique Villages of Iran
We all know the big elaborate cities of Iran, it’s capital Tehran, Isfahan ‘the half of the world’ and Shiraz […]
Towers of Silence
A Tower of Silence or ‘dakhma’ can be found outside the Zoroastrian centres of Iran and Uzbekistan or you might […]
5 off the Beaten Path Attractions to see in Jordan
Looking to explore Jordan beyond Petra, Jerash and the Wadi Rum? Get off the beaten path because Jordan has so […]
Unusual Iran – 8 strange places to visit
The Chogha Zanbil Ziggurat A ziggurat is a large pyramid shaped complex usually associated with the ancient Babylonians, Elamites or […]
Mud Volcanoes
Beneath the Earth’s surface, a mysterious force churns and boils, creating a spectacle unlike any other. Mud volcanoes emerge from […]
What to see in Georgia
Amidst the rugged terrain and vibrant cultures of Asia, there lies a land of ancient mysteries and modern marvels. Georgia, […]
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