Southeast Asia

How To File Taxes While Living Abroad | Taxes for Expats

If you’re wondering how to file taxes while living abroad, then I highly recommend Taxes for Expats. You probably have questions like, “How do I file US taxes from abroad?” Luckily for us, Taxes for Expats has been preparing expat returns for over 25 years for clients in 175 countries. Living abroad is a fun […] Read more…

What to do on Koh Samui Thailand

The island of Koh Samui is the second largest in Thailand after Phuket and lies off the eastern coast of the mainland. Once considered a part of the popular Thailand backpacking route during the 1970s, today, the idyllic destination has everything one would hope to find in a tropical paradise vacation. The stunning landscape encompasses […] Read more…

Things To Do in Koh Yao Noi Thailand

Koh Yao Noi is a beautiful unspoiled island situated in Thailand. This haven offers an escape from the worries of everyday life by sitting back, relaxing, and enjoying the scenery. If you are visiting the area, here are some things to do in Koh Yao Noi. Related: Is Touring Koh Phi Phi Worth It? Kayak […] Read more…

Ten Things To Do in Luang Prabang Laos

One of my favorite films is Pirates of the Caribbean. You know the picturesque Port Royal in the first movie with it’s tropical feel and European architecture? When you walk the pristine streets, you might feel as if you’d see an exciting pirate sword fight, except that would never happen because Laos is landlocked, but […] Read more…

21 Awesome Photos to Inspire You to Visit Laos

Laos is probably one of the most underrated places Southeast Asian countries. It’s filled with a rich culture, untouched nature, and adventure. It was an eye opener because some people didn’t even have running water, but I’m glad I went to a beautiful country and had the opportunity to take 21 awesome photos to inspire […] Read more…

Ten Things to do in Vang Vieng

Gone are the days of sloshed, sunburnt foreigners sporting body paint and stumbling about the roads unable to define the planet they’re on. After 27 deaths in 2011 and pressure from the Australian government to clean their act up, Vang Vieng has a new eco-tourism vibe that attracts loads of Koreans. Not even kidding, they’re […] Read more…

Things You Should Know Before Traveling to Laos

The alms ceremony of the monks in Luang Prabang is a highly controversial topic amongst travelers, tourists and bloggers. Even the most aware and open minded travelers and tourists make mistakes. Prevent yourself from adding to the circus of being another crazy tourist that takes photos of the monks, points their toes at Buddha and […] Read more…

The Perfect Vientiane Itinerary

How long should I spend in Vientiane? This was the one question I kept asking over and over when researching what I should do in the capital city of Laos. Advice ranged from 1-2 days and I can confidently say a day and a half is all you need. There aren’t many people bustling about (except […] Read more…

The Perfect Ubud Itinerary

Have you ever wanted to hit up all Ubud has to offer and get the best of it in a day? What are the highlights of Ubud and where do you find them? This itinerary is for those who want to see all the major sites without having any regrets. Many of these have been […] Read more…

How to be a Budget Baller in Bali

This Budget Baller in Bali guide for all those who don’t want to travel like homeless vagabonds and gypsies. This is for the people who like semi-comfort and livability in the places they stay and planes they ride. If you’re one of those extreme people who only stay at places less than $5 a night infested […] Read more…

How to Get a Cheap Halong Bay Tour

It’s no secret if you visit Hanoi, Vietnam for the first time, you have to make the four hour journey outside the city and check out Halong Bay. Unfortunately, the Bay can be very touristy and super overpriced. If you want to experience this wonderful UNESCO World Heritage Site cheaply without dodging cockroaches and getting […] Read more…

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