Top Things To Do Beyond Luang Prabang

What to do beyond Luang Prabang, Laos

Luang Prabang in northern Laos, surrounded by mountains, rivers and beautiful pastures, is full of incredible things to do. Here are some of our favourites. Brought to you by InsideAsia Tours Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. You also get your own copy of our travel ebook — it’s on … Read more

Exploring Laos — the capital city Vientiane

Travel guide to Vientiane, Laos

Safe, low-key and humble, Vientiane embodies a lot of what makes Laos such a wonderful destination. It’s the perfect start to a journey through Southeast Asia’s overlooked heartland. Brought to you by InsideAsia Tours Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. You also get your own copy of our travel ebook … Read more

Exploring Laos — adventurous Vang Vieng

Travel guide to Vang Vieng, Laos

Spilling across a stony river, and surrounded fertile rice paddies and sudden karst mountains, Vang Vieng has a reputation as a place for adventures and a landscape of dreams. Brought to you by InsideAsia Tours Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. You also get your own copy of our travel … Read more

Exploring Laos — culture-rich Luang Prabang

Travel guide to Luang Prabang, Laos

Protected by UNESCO Heritage listings, the historic capital of Laos, Luang Prabang, captures the very heart and soul of Lao culture. Here’s what it’s like to visit this exquisite little river town. Brought to you by InsideAsia Tours Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. You also get your own copy … Read more

Best Things To Do In Luang Prabang — Laos’ Old Capital

What to do in Luang Prabang, Laos

At the meeting point of two rivers, home to the former royal family and the centre of Laos’ culture, Luang Prabang is a beautiful, fascinating town. Here are some of the best things to do here. Brought to you by InsideAsia Tours Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. You also … Read more

Travelling The Boten–Vientiane Railway — Laos’ high-speed train journey

Laos high-speed train review

Did you know the little Southeast Asian country of Laos has more high-speed rail than the USA and Australia combined? The Boten-Vientiane Railway runs through northern Loas and reaches speeds of over 160kmp/h. But what’s it like to catch and ride this new rapid train line? Sign up to our free newsletter here for more … Read more

How to explore the Empty Quarter of the Arabian Desert – Platinum Heritage Safari

Platinum Heritage desert safari Dubai

Covering almost two million square kilometres, the Arabian Desert is vast, but also full of history, culture and wildlife. Here’s how we encountered all of these things in a Platinum Heritage Desert Safari in Dubai. When you’re in Dubai, surrounded by the modernity of its buildings and the sea breeze coming off the Persian Gulf, … Read more

3 regions to visit in Japan recommended by a top wagyu chef

Mashi no Mashi of Wagyumafia Hisato Hamada's travel tips of Japan

Wagyu expert and avid traveller, Chef Hisato Hamada, lets us in on his top places to visit in Japan beyond Tokyo. Chef Hisato spent his childhood years in Sydney, from ages six to 10, so sees the harbour city as the perfect place to bring his ramen restaurant, Mashi No Mashi. Best known for his … Read more

Where to find real Thai food in Krabi, Thailand – 3 places you shouldn’t miss

Real Thai food in Krabi

Krabi in Southern Thailand has long been a popular tourist spot with plenty of places to eat, but not many of them are serving real Thai food. But these three restaurants are the real deal. Sign up to our free newsletter here for more travel inspiration. You also get your own copy of our travel … Read more

Thailand Dreaming – things we miss most from the Land of Smiles

Missing Thailand - favourite places to go and things to do

If ever there was a destination where the traveller’s spoilt for choice, it’s Thailand. So while we’re busy missing Thailand, we thought we’d share some of our favourite things about this beautiful destination. Brought to you by the Travel Authority of Thailand Your longest lasting travel memories grow roots early. They start before you arrive, … Read more