Asia
44 Photos to Inspire You to Visit Kuala Lumpur
Steve and I spent four weeks in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia’s vibrant capital, in August 2024. We couldn’t have chosen a better introduction to Southeast Asia. Here, skyscrapers rub shoulders with ...
Dalat, Vietnam: Funk, Flowers, and Fabulous Weather
Are you thinking of visiting Vietnam? It’s an incredible destination with countless attractions. Like many travelers, you might have your sights set on Hanoi, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City, ...
How to Find the Best Halong Bay Cruise for You
If you're planning a trip to North Vietnam, chances are Halong Bay is high on your list. And for good reason. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Vietnam’s ...
Love Kitsch? You’ll Love Ba Na Hills SunWorld
If an attraction is kooky, offbeat, or kitschy, Steve and I are all in—so it’s no surprise we fell in love with Ba Na Hills SunWorld in Da Nang, Vietnam ...
Is Ba Na Hills SunWorld Right for You?
Ba Na Hills SunWorld is a mountaintop amusement park in Vietnam, famous for its breathtaking Golden Bridge held by giant stone hands. With a mix of French-inspired architecture, lush gardens, ...
8 Reasons Siem Reap is Better Than Chiang Mai
Are you torn between visiting Chiang Mai or Siem Reap? These two cities have many similarities, but a few differences that made one stand out for me. Steve and I ...
What You Need to Know About Elephant Sanctuaries in Thailand
If you’re traveling to Thailand, visiting an elephant sanctuary may be on your to-do list. Spending time with these majestic creatures can be an unforgettable experience. As a thoughtful and ...
The Best, Worst, and Weirdest Things About Hanoi
During the fall of 2024, Steve and I spent four weeks in Hanoi. Vietnam is the first communist country we have visited and only one of five communist countries in ...
Colorful Kuala Lumpur Street Art 2024
Kuala Lumpur is full of delightful sights, but the street art quickly became one of my favorites. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did. The street art ...
Should You Visit Kuala Lumpur? An Honest Review
Hi there, and happy fall. Perhaps you are enjoying cooler weather and looking forward to the beauty of autumn leaves. Steve and I are not. In August, we left the ...
Everything You Need to Know About Hot Air Ballooning in Cappadocia
I’m sure you’ve seen photos of hot air balloons flying over the otherworldly landscape of Cappadocia. Maybe you are hoping to do this, perhaps you’re a bit afraid, or you ...
Visiting Istanbul: The Good, The Bad, and The Startling
As the first step in writing this post, I thumbed through my photos of Istanbul. Steve and I sure saw a lot of beautiful things there. Despite that, it is ...
