Asia Travel Blog
We love traveling through Southeast Asia and the Far East. So far we’ve spent a month in Vietnam, a month in Thailand, a month in Cambodia, 3 months in Kuala Lumpur and a month in Japan. We also spent a lot of time working our science jobs in Singapore before we started this travel blog.
With the rise of working from home and nomadic lifestyles, we think these regions of the world will become even busier and more connected.
Here are some of our popular guides to get you started:
- 15 places you can’t miss in Vietnam
- Unmissable things to do in Hanoi, Vietnam
- The best things to do in Seoul, South Korea
Or you can take a look through all of our Asia blog posts below:

How To Visit Seodaemun Prison In Seoul, South Korea
The Seodaemun Prison History Hall is an interesting museum located in western Seoul within Independence Park. This prison has a dark history and it showcases Japanese cruelty over Korea which ... Read more

How To Visit The Jongmyo Shrine In Seoul, South Korea
The Jongmyo Shrine is one of the most unique things to see in Seoul because it features the spirit tablets of the deceased kings and queens of South Korea. It ... Read more

Visiting The 5 Royal Palaces In Seoul, South Korea
There are five royal palaces in Seoul. While most visitors add Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung and Changgyeonggung to their bucket list, there are two more palaces to consider including Deoksugung and Gyeonghuigung. ... Read more

How To Visit Gyeonghuigung Palace In Seoul
Gyeonghuigung Palace is the least visited palace in Seoul and is not well known to most visitors. It was built to fulfill a prophecy that the site would produce kings and ... Read more

How To Visit Deoksugung Palace In Seoul
Located directly across the street from City Hall in downtown Seoul, Deoksugung is one of the least visited palaces in the city. It was first used by King Seonjo and ... Read more

How To Visit Changgyeonggung Palace In Seoul
While Gyeongbokgung and Changdeokgung are the most popular palaces in Seoul, Changgyeonggung Palace was the third palace compound to be built during the Joseon Dynasty and it’s often overlooked. This ... Read more

Tips For Taking The Huwon Secret Garden Tour In Seoul
The Huwon Secret Garden is a popular highlight of Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul. Now an official UNESCO World Heritage Site, it was loved by Seoul’s royal family because it was built ... Read more

How To Visit Changdeokgung Palace (+ The Secret Garden)
Changdeokgung Palace is one of the most popular things to do in Seoul because it’s home to the Huwon Secret Garden. It was the second royal palace built during the Joseon ... Read more

How To Visit Gyeongbokgung Palace In Seoul
Located in northern Seoul, Gyeongbokgung Palace is one of the best things to do in the city. It was built in 1395 and served as main palace during the Joseon ... Read more

35 Unique Things To Do In Seoul For First Time Visitors
Seoul has so many fun things to do for the whole family, including royal palaces, museums, hiking trails, parks and observation decks. The Seoul Sky Tower, Gyeongbokgung Palace, Namsan Peak ... Read more

How To Visit The N Seoul Tower In South Korea
The N Seoul Tower is a communication and observation tower located on the top of Namsan Mountain in Seoul, South Korea. It’s a very popular tourist attraction featuring stunning 360° ... Read more

How To Visit Seoul Sky Observatory In Lotte World Tower
The Seoul Sky observation deck is located between the 117th and 123rd floor of the Lotte World Tower in Seoul, South Korea. It’s one of the most popular tourist attractions ... Read more

15 Interesting Things To Do At Imjingak Park Near The DMZ
Imjingak Park is located near one of the most heavily militarized regions in the world. The park symbolizes the hope of a reunification between North and South Korea. It’s great ... Read more

DMZ Tour Review (+ How To Choose The Best One)
A typical DMZ tour includes Imjingak Park, the 3rd Tunnel and Dora Observatory. Most tours last 6-10 hours and you can choose additional options such as the gondola, suspension bridge ... Read more

15 Amazing Places To Visit In Vietnam (+ Things To Do)
Vietnam has many unique places to visit including national parks, historic temples, energetic cities and UNESCO heritage sites. And some of its most popular tourist destinations are Hanoi, Halong Bay, ... Read more

Koh Lipe Itinerary: 4 Days Exploring Thailand’s Tiny Tropical Paradise
Koh Lipe is Thailand’s in-vogue slice of tropical paradise, famous for powdery white sand and crystal clear turquoise waters. The question is – how long do you need to spend ... Read more

How We Spent 3 Weeks Traveling Through Northern + Central Vietnam
Three weeks is the perfect amount of time to spend traveling through northern and central Vietnam but you’ll need longer if you want to see the whole country. We know ... Read more

Vietnam Itinerary 10 Days: 3 Northern + Central Vietnam Routes
North and Central Vietnam is filled with stunningly beautiful diverse places and landscapes. With just 10 days to formulate your Vietnam itinerary, you will need to be organized and get creative ... Read more

8 Reasons Why You Only Need Two Days In Hanoi, Vietnam
Let’s get straight to the point, you only need 2 days in Hanoi, Vietnam. We wished we’d known that before we booked a week in Vietnam’s capital city. But our ... Read more

17 Unique Things To Do In Hanoi, Vietnam With 2 Day Itinerary
Hanoi is the loud, chaotic and energetic capital city in Vietnam we think you need to visit at least once in your lifetime. With history spanning thousands of years, there’s ... Read more

What To Expect Driving The Hai Van Pass By Motorbike In Vietnam
The Hai Van Pass is one of those travel experiences we’ll never forget. It features spectacular panoramic views, death defying roads and constantly evolving climates. We drove our own motorbikes ... Read more

13 Fantastic Things To Experience In Hoi An, Vietnam
Hoi An in Vietnam offers a unique blend of Japanese, Chinese and European influences complimented with a favorable climate and a UNESCO designation. This has resulted in an extremely touristy ... Read more

Unique Activities To Do In Sapa, Vietnam With 3 Day Itinerary
Sapa is a quaint rural mountain town surrounded by endless terraces of rice paddies and gorgeous valleys. There are a few popular things everything traveler should add to their Vietnam ... Read more

Our Honest Thoughts About Trekking In Sapa Vietnam Including What To Expect
Picture trekking through golden terraced rice paddies surrounded by beautiful mountains and stunning valleys as far as the eye can see. Sound incredible right? Well, that’s exactly what you’re going ... Read more

Our Honest Halong Bay Cruise Review (+ How To Book The Best One For Your Trip)
Halong Bay is Vietnam’s world renowned dreamy bucket list UNESCO destination. Sipping on a delicious cocktail while on the top deck of a junk boat gliding through turquoise water surrounded ... Read more

How To Get Inside Hồ Thuỷ Tiên: Hue’s Eerie Abandoned Waterpark
The historic city of Hue in Vietnam has the perfect unofficial must see backpacker hotspot in the form of a creepy post apocalyptic abandoned water park. We felt this was ... Read more

What You Can’t Miss In Ninh Binh With 2 Day Example Itinerary
The Ninh Binh province is without a doubt one of the most memorable stops on the Southeast Asia travelers route. And while it was once considered a hidden gem, pandora’s ... Read more

Trang An Boat Tour Review: Everything You Need To Know
A Trang An boat tour is one of the most popular activities in Ninh Binh, Vietnam. The 2-3 hour boat ride passes through caves, temples and limestone karsts. Tickets cost ... Read more

How To Visit Bich Dong Pagoda In Tam Coc
The Bich Dong Pagoda is a 500 year old three-tiered cave complex in Tam Coc, Vietnam. It’s interesting to visit because you must pass through a dark cave in order ... Read more

How To Visit Mua Cave Viewpoint In Ninh Binh
Known as Hang Mua in Vietnamese, the Mua Cave Viewpoint is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Ninh Binh, Vietnam. After climbing 500 stairs, you will reach a ... Read more

12 Best Things To Do In Phong Nha, Vietnam
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park has many adventurous things to do, including caves, botanic gardens and restaurants. Paradise Cave, Dark Cave and the Duck Stop are some of Phong Nha’s ... Read more

5 Reasons To Visit The Botanic Gardens In Phong Nha
The Phong Nha botanic gardens are a popular nature reserve located in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Vietnam. This garden features three different hiking trails to viewpoints, waterfalls and ... Read more

How To Visit Paradise Cave In Phong Nha (+ Is It Worth It)
Located in Phong Nha-Ke bang National Park, Paradise Cave is considered to be the longest dry cave in Asia. It’s 31.4 kilometers long with a height of over 70 meters ... Read more

How To Visit Dark Cave In Phong Nha (+ Is It Worth It?)
Dark Cave is one of the most popular adventure caves in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. It spans almost 6km long, 50m wide and 80m high with two entrances. Unlike ... Read more

Nara Deer Park: How To Avoid Being Bitten By Hungry Sika Deer
If you’re wondering how it is possible to be bitten by a deer, you’ve come to the right place. I mean seriously, how many people do you know that have ... Read more

Onsen Nara: What You Can Expect From A Japanese Onsen Hot Spring
“Well, that was … like nothing I’ve done before” were the first words Mark thought to say once he’d been reunited with Kristen. We had officially conquered the onsen in ... Read more

Nara Day Trip: 4 Things Not To Miss In Japan’s Ancient Capital
A day trip to Nara is perfect for families, couples and solo travelers alike to experience Japan’s ancient history. You will find a charming city bursting with Buddhist temples, Shinto ... Read more