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July 28, 2019

2 Days in the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

July 28, 2019/ Sylvie Golec
2 Days in the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

We spend two days hiking through a Malaysian hill station.

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Cameron Highlands, Malaysia, SE Asia, Hiking/Trekking, Mossy Forest
July 25, 2019

How to Spend 2 days in Malacca, Malaysia

July 25, 2019/ Sylvie Golec
How to Spend 2 days in Malacca, Malaysia

Dim sum at a Michelin star plus sampling dozens of street food at the Chinese night market.

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July 25, 2019/ Sylvie Golec/ 6 Comments
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SE Asia, Malaysia, Malacca, Chinatown, Michelin star, Affordable Michelin star restaurant
July 06, 2019

7 Days in Ubud and Tulamben, Bali

July 06, 2019/ Scott & Sylvie
7 Days in Ubud and Tulamben, Bali

Soaking up the rice fields and temples in Ubud and getting SCUBA certified in Tulamben.

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Bali, Indonesia, Ubud, SE Asia, Tulamben, SCUBA, https://www.solovillasbali.com/, Ubud Solo Villas and Retreat, Ubud Solo Resorts
June 03, 2019

8 Days in Sarawak, Borneo, Malaysia

June 03, 2019/ Scott Biales
8 Days in Sarawak, Borneo, Malaysia

Exploring the World's Largest Cave on the Beautiful Island of Borneo

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June 03, 2019/ Scott Biales/ 4 Comments
Daily Essays
Mulu, Kuching, Sarawak, SE Asia, Malaysia, Borneo, Caves, Jungle
September 17, 2018

4 Days Volunteering in Can Tho, Vietnam

September 17, 2018/ Scott Biales
4 Days Volunteering in Can Tho, Vietnam

The Mekong Delta greets us with open arms and friendly smiles.

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September 17, 2018/ Scott Biales/ 1 Comment
Daily Essays
Vietnam, Border Crossing, Can Tho, Mekong Delta, SE Asia, Con Son Island, Floating Market, Market, Food, Workaway, Friends
July 25, 2018

6 Days in Java, Indonesia - How to Spend a Week in Java

July 25, 2018/ Scott & Sylvie
6 Days in Java, Indonesia - How to Spend a Week in Java

We realize life can be enjoyable again after finally leaving India!

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July 25, 2018/ Scott & Sylvie/ 4 Comments
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Indonesia, Java, Jakarta, Yogyakarta, SE Asia, Goa Jomblang Cave, borobudur temple
January 09, 2018

Responsible Tourism in Northern Vietnam - Sapa

January 09, 2018/ Scott Biales
Responsible Tourism in Northern Vietnam - Sapa

Learn about sustainable (and responsible) tourism if traveling to Northern Vietnam

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Vietnam, Sapa, Tourism, Responsible, Sustainable, Asia, SE Asia
December 27, 2016

The 57-Hour Journey Home to Solon, Ohio

December 27, 2016/ Scott Biales
The 57-Hour Journey Home to Solon, Ohio

Beack in the USA!

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December 27, 2016/ Scott Biales/ 1 Comment
Daily Essays
Cleveland, Ohio, Solon, Overnight Bus, Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Thailand, SE Asia
December 23, 2016

14 Days in Chiang Rai, Thailand

December 23, 2016/ Scott Biales
14 Days in Chiang Rai, Thailand

2 glorious weeks with 2-a-days of Yoga, meditation, reading, and foot massages.

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December 23, 2016/ Scott Biales/ 1 Comment
Daily Essays
SE Asia, Thailand, Chiang Rai, Market, Food, Yoga
December 08, 2016

9 Days in Ko Lanta, Thailand

December 08, 2016/ Scott Biales
9 Days in Ko Lanta, Thailand

Snorkeling, Diving, and Yoga.

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December 08, 2016/ Scott Biales/ 1 Comment
Daily Essays
Krabi, Thailand, SE Asia, Beach, Yoga, SCUBA, Snorkeling, Koh Haa, Koh Rok, Ko Lanta
November 29, 2016

3 Days in Krabi, Thailand

November 29, 2016/ Scott Biales
3 Days in Krabi, Thailand

Rock climbing some of the best cliffs in the world!

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November 29, 2016/ Scott Biales/ 2 Comments
Daily Essays
Railey, Beach, Ao nang, SE Asia, Thailand, Rock Climbing
November 26, 2016

5 Days in Khao Lak and Similan Islands, Thailand

November 26, 2016/ Scott Biales
5 Days in Khao Lak and Similan Islands, Thailand

Living on a boat for 3 days and making 9 deep dives around beautiful islands

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November 26, 2016/ Scott Biales/ 5 Comments
Daily Essays
Khao Lak, Similan Islands, Liveaboard, Thailand, SE Asia, SCUBA, Beach, Overnight Bus, Tour
November 24, 2016

6 Days in Bangkok, Thailand

November 24, 2016/ Scott Biales
6 Days in Bangkok, Thailand

Rooftop bars, temples, markets, and good food.

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Daily Essays
Market, Chatuchak Weekend Market, Bangkok, Thailand, SE Asia, Tour
October 25, 2016

6 Days in Pyin Oo Lwin & Hsipaw, Shan State, Myanmar

October 25, 2016/ Scott Biales
6 Days in Pyin Oo Lwin & Hsipaw, Shan State, Myanmar

Getting off the beaten path and hiking 45km through the Shan State

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Pyin Oo Lwin, Hsipaw, Myanmar, SE Asia, Market, Hiking/Trekking, Homestay, Festival, Food, Shan State
October 20, 2016

2 Days in Mandalay, Myanmar

October 20, 2016/ Scott Biales
2 Days in Mandalay, Myanmar

Buying a handmade gong and visiting the largest annyal full moon party

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October 20, 2016/ Scott Biales/ 3 Comments
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Mandalay, Myanmar, SE Asia, Food, Market, Tour, Festival
October 19, 2016

2 Days in Inle Lake, Myanmar

October 19, 2016/ Scott & Sylvie
2 Days in Inle Lake, Myanmar

A lovely day exploring the vast lake

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October 19, 2016/ Scott & Sylvie/ 1 Comment
Daily Essays
Inle Lake, Myanmar, SE Asia, Festival
October 17, 2016

2 Days in Bagan, Myanmar

October 17, 2016/ Scott Biales
2 Days in Bagan, Myanmar

The land of a thousand Pagodas

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October 17, 2016/ Scott Biales/ 2 Comments
Daily Essays
Temple, Bagan, Myanmar, SE Asia, Pagodas, JJ Express, Overnight Bus
October 15, 2016

3 Days in Yangon, Myanmar

October 15, 2016/ Scott & Sylvie
3 Days in Yangon, Myanmar

Friendly locals, street food, and golden Pagodas.

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Daily Essays
Yangon, SE Asia, Food, Myanmar
October 10, 2016

1 Day Eating Snake in Snake Village, Hanoi, Vietnam

October 10, 2016/ Scott Biales
1 Day Eating Snake in Snake Village, Hanoi, Vietnam

Eating an entire snake, including it's beating heart, in Le Mat Snake Village

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Daily Essays
Hanoi, Vietnam, Food, Le Mat, Snake Village, SE Asia
October 09, 2016

3 Days in Ha Giang, Vietnam

October 09, 2016/ Sylvie Golec
3 Days in Ha Giang, Vietnam

Visiting the restricted northern region of Vietnam

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October 09, 2016/ Sylvie Golec/ 1 Comment
Daily Essays
Geopark, Dong Van, Vietnam, SE Asia, Hiking/Trekking, Ha Giang, Lung Cu
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