We traveled around the Philippines’ northernmost island, Luzon, for under two weeks, checking out an active volcano and the mountains. Most people think of gorgeous beaches when envisioning the Philippines…. [Continue Reading]
Is the Maldives Affordable?
At one time the Maldives was only for deep-pocketed vacationers, but with an explosion of budget guesthouses opening up on local islands, low cost travel through the Maldives is now possible. 🙂
Local Maldivian Islands Compared
Having a hard time choosing which islands to visit in the Maldives? With over 200 inhabited islands, it can be hard to narrow it down! Take a look at these local, budget islands to help you choose some of the places you might like to go.
Is Malaysia Dangerous?
What do you think? Does Malaysia sound dangerous?
Visiting Elephant Sanctuaries in Sri Lanka is a Waste of Time
We took a tuk tuk tour through our hostel in Kandy today. Our first stop was at an elephant sanctuary to see retired elephants bathe in the river and go… [Continue Reading]
She Flew From Saudi Arabia
We got picked up from the Auckland airport by a Saudi Arabian couple. For the next five days, we learned from our hosts what life in Saudi was like for… [Continue Reading]
Snow White Beaches and the Seven Bangladeshis
One bright afternoon, on a small island in the middle of the ocean, where palm trees dropped coconuts and crows squawked and played, an ordinary day was taking course…. [Continue Reading]
Ferry VS Speedboat: Bali to Gili or Nusa Lembongan
In short, I highly recommend taking the slow ferry over to the Gili islands, provided that you like a little adventure and are not super short on time. Here’s our… [Continue Reading]
Update on Grace
From time to time, you guys inquire after how Grace is doing with our constant, far-flung travels. Although we like to spend as much time in each country as we… [Continue Reading]
Our North Island, New Zealand Camping Spots
Lake Waikaremoana Holiday Park This campground is located in what locals consider a remote part of New Zealand, and despite it being one of the Great Walks, many kiwis have never… [Continue Reading]