Spending 9 Hours in Kuala Lumpur
How better to spend a long layover than enjoying 360 panoramic views of the modern Malaysian capital? Since we had a bit of time to spend upon landing into Kuala…
Before Sunrise at Angkor Wat
The city of Siem Reap is a strangely quaint mix of pastoral country meets grand tourist spectacle. Arriving once again to a slower paced city was sweet relief after the hustle…
Rainy Days in Ho Chi Minh City
Melancholy and modernity coalesce in Vietnam’s largest city to offer up a conflicting farewell to the country. Our late night landing into Tan Son Nhat International Airport was a rather unpleasant, if…
Hue: A Visit to Minh Mang Tomb
The majestic resting place of the former emperor of the Nguyen Dynasty is nestled among the forests of Hue. Hue is known for its many tombs located throughout the countryside, so we…
Hue: Exploring the Imperial City
A rich history and faded elegance abound in the former imperial capital of Vietnam. Back in Hanoi after our two day excursion to Ha Long Bay, we said our fond…
Cruising Along Bai Tu Long Bay
Ha Long Bay is a popular excursion from Hanoi full of breathtaking vistas and calm, serene waters. Looking forward to getting back to nature and away from human beings in…
A Very Hangry Hanoi New Year
An introduction to the northern cuisine, colorful character and controlled chaos of Vietnam. Landing into Noi Bai International Airport was a stark contrast to the peace and quiet of Luang…
Luang Prabang: Taking a Break From All Your Worries
Despite a very long and bumpy journey, this charming sleepy town turned out a pleasant surprise. It was early in the morning and our nightmare bus from Huay Xai arrived at the…
12 Reasons to Take the “VIP” Sleeper Bus to Luang Prabang from Huay Xai
The following is meant to be a humorous and therapeutic account of taking the overnight bus for the first time from a couple of admittedly well-to-do travelers. After all was…
The Gibbon Experience: Zip-Lining in the Forests of Laos
We set out early from Huay Xai to start our trek into the Nam Kan National Park. The Gibbon Experience is a conservation project where visitors get a chance to navigate a…
