Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park is a UNESCO world heritage site. Phong Nha is tucked in between densely forested, dark green mountains and is home to many caves including the world’s largest caves, the Son Doong caves. My long narrative (Please …
So Long, Ha Noi and Ha Long
Ha Noi is a city of lakes, completely crowded and attractive at the same time. The city has the best night market in Vietnam, umpteen cafes, great food and the beautiful old quarter area. And from here you can make …
The Sa Pa Saga of the Rice Terraces
Sa Pa town is a beautiful hill station in the north of Vietnam offering you a walk through beautiful trails across the mountains and stunning view of the famous Sa Pa Rice terraces.
Journey into Vietnam – Land border crossing from Laos to Sa Pa
Land border crossing gives one a true picture of local life from the closest proximity. While it’s the most economical way to travel, it’s also a true experience of the rugged road travel. It will break all the travel fancy …
A fortnight in Vietnam-Review of places for your itinerary
Vietnam is a beautiful blend of nature and culture. It is a perfect place to go awe at many a natural wonder and to experience untainted local culture and people. This post gives a summary review of the places I visited in Vietnam to help you with your itinerary. 3 …
Vietnam Visa information for Indians
Vietnam Visa options for Indians are listed in the Vietnamese Embassy website. This post brings the cost information and recommendations based on my travel experience. There are two options to get your Vietnam visa for travel. 1. Visa on Arrival: This …
Thailand Visa information for Indians
Indian passport holders are eligible for Thailand Visa on Arrival for a travel duration of less than 15 days. Thailand Visa on Arrival (VOA) requirements have been clearly called out in the official Thailand embassy site : Things to note – …
Thailand (A Backpacker’s abode) – Review of places to help you create your itinerary
Planning a vacation to Thailand for a set number of days? Well then, you will have to decide the places that are must sees and the ones that can be left out. This post will give you a summary review of the places …
Travel Light, Smart and Simple
Going on a budget travel? With creating itineraries, applying for visas and with the excitement of exploring a new place, packing ends up taking the last priority. But just like documents, we do end up checking off a list of things …
Sabadee Lao Laos
Laos is the second country in my southeast Asia backpacking loop. Time spent at Laos, although short was a welcome change after Thailand. We visited Vientiane which was true to its boast of a French colonial architecture and Luang Prabang was as attractive …