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Laos Backpacking Guide: Itinerary, Budget Tips, and Highlights

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I spent nearly a month in Laos, and it quickly became of my favorite parts about traveling in South-East Asia.  The country is filled with gorgeous landscapes, stunning waterfalls, and friendly people.  This Laos Backpacking guide will go…

MALAYSIA Travel Guide: Trip Highlights, Itineraries, & Tips

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Welcome to Malaysia! Malaysia is an amazing and diverse country that has something to offer everyone.  If you're looking for amazing food, gorgeous islands, and beautiful landscapes -- Malaysia is a destination you should highly consider…

13 Things You’ll Get Tired of While Backpacking South-East Asia

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South-East Asia is arguably the best region of the world for a long-term backpacking trip.  There is a great network of transportation in between the countries, a well paved backpacker trail, and loads of budget accommodations for travelers.…

The Ultimate Travel Guide to Thailand: Instagram Checklist

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Welcome to Thailand Thailand is one of the most incredible countries in the world.  Planning a trip out to this beautiful destination can sometimes be difficult though, because there is SO much to see and do.  I'm here to help.  I've spent…

The Perhentian Islands: Perfectly Picturesque [Photo Essay]

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Welcome to Paradise... This was my second time to the Perhentian Islands, and it was a very last minute.  I was in the Cameron Highlands, and had no idea where to go next. The price to get to Taman Negara (a short bus ride away) was a staggering…

A Backpacker’s Guide to the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

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The Cameron Highlands is a stunning hill station in central peninsular Malaysia, and has become a popular destination for backpackers in South-East Asia. Roughly the size of Singapore, the Cameron Highlands covers a large stretch of land, and…

LongSha Beach Camping on Pulau Kapas

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When most people think of budget travel, their minds think of dirty hostels or questionable guesthouses, but there is another option: camping.  I had actually never camped before in South-East Asia, and I'm really glad that my first experience…

Batu Batong: The Best Snorkeling of My Entire Life!

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Just a couple days ago I encountered hands down -- the best snorkeling of my entire life.  I joined Uber Scuba in Labuan Bajo, Flores on one of their dive trips.  The entire experience was really great, and I would highly recommend diving…

10 Amazing Things To Do In Kuala Lumpur

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Kuala Lumpur is easily one of my favorite cities in South-East Asia.  It's a metropolitan city perfect for those looking for south-east Asia costs, but with a more modern touch.  I've spent a good amount of time in this city, and here is my…

Video: 3 Years of Travel in 3 Minutes (Lessons and Adventures)

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Awhile ago I discovered this awesome company called High On Life.  I found my way over to their youtube channel, and must have watched at least a dozen of their videos.  These guys are truly an inspiration.  What started out as just some…

5 Years Ago…My Life Changed Forever….

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I got off the plane, went through customs, picked up my bags, and waited until I saw my parents car roll up in the international arrival pick-up point at LAX.  How could the past months have gone by so fast?  I was not ready to go home, not…