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  • Best local restaurants in Koh Lipe

    Best local restaurants in Koh Lipe

    Koh Lipe is a beautiful island, but it’s not always budget friendly! Here are the best local restaurants serving delicious Thai food that won’t break the bank! Read more

  • The best free things to see and do in Singapore

    The best free things to see and do in Singapore

    Arriving in Singapore feels like stepping into a futuristic city. Visiting on a budget is also more than feasible, with plenty of free activities like the Gardens by the Bay, Thian Hock Keng Temple, the Rail Corridor, and more. Experience the city’s culture, nature, and modern delights without breaking the bank. Read more

  • A very honest review of Luang Prabang’s food scene

    A very honest review of Luang Prabang’s food scene

    There are some amazing places to eat in Luang Prabang, but not every one of them hits a high note. This post covers our highs and lows and recommendations for the best places to eat in Luang Prabang – Enjoy! Read more

  • The best cafes in Chiang Mai

    The best cafes in Chiang Mai

    The best cafes in Chiang Mai for great coffee, people watching, working digitally and learning about Thai coffee production! Read more

  • Ayutthaya – the city of the ancient temples

    Ayutthaya – the city of the ancient temples

    Ayutthaya is known as the city of the ancient temples. Ayutthaya was a powerful and prosperous kingdom in Thailand, founded in 1350 and flourishing until its destruction by the Burmese in 1767, leaving behind impressive ruins and a rich cultural legacy. Just an hour from Bangkok it’s a perfect day trip or stop off point on… Read more

  • How to spend a day in Medan

    How to spend a day in Medan

    Medan, located in North Sumatra, Indonesia, is a diverse and culturally rich city with Malay, Batak, Chinese, and Indian influences. It’s worth visiting for its historical and cultural significance, with recommended places to visit including the State Museum, Masjid Raya Al-Mashun, Tjong A Fie Mansion, and the Kawasan Heritage Area. The city’s weather is hot… Read more

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Hi! We’re Em & Jonny and we kick started this blog while spending six months travelling around South East Asia on a career break. Aside from this longer trip we also prioritise travelling near and far as often as possible so we can enjoy new cultures, food and vistas – or revisit some places we love time and again.

We’re big planners so we’re sharing our research with you on this blog, with the added benefit that everything on here has been tried and tested by us on our travels! Check out our ‘about‘ page to learn more about us, work your way through our blog, or head over to Instagram to see what we’re sharing on there (hint; usually more of the chaos!).

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The best free things to see and do in Singapore

Arriving in Singapore feels like stepping into a futuristic city. Visiting on a budget is also more than feasible, with plenty of free activities like the Gardens by the Bay, Thian Hock Keng Temple, the Rail Corridor, and more. Experience the city’s culture, nature, and modern delights without breaking the bank.

by Our Travel Planning