Bhutan is a notoriously expensive destination. With its $100 per day Sustainable Development Fee (previously $200!) many travellers feel immediately priced out. While it’s true that it’s expensive, it was worth every penny. Most tour packages include the works, from hotels and meals to temple entrance fees, but how much does it really cost to
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I believe in trying everything once… within reason. Thailand is one of the most distinctly unique places I’ve been, and there’s no shortage of things to do, but not every possible experience here is worth your money. Some of the most heavily marketed “must-dos” are staged for tourists, harmful to humans and animals, or just
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I recently tested the Comfrt Airplane Mode hoodie and sweatpants on a 5-hour flight. You know the ones, I’m sure you’ve seen them because they went viral on both Instagram and TikTok. The’re comfy (ha ha) and the pocket design is amazing, but the bulk goes against your traveller instinct of packing light. So is
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This little market-hopping excursion is one of the best day trips from Bangkok. It’s by no means a locals-only secret, but still entirely worth it for the experience. You’ll hop on a bus, train, and boat to visit two unique Thai markets just a couple of hours from the capital city. The Maeklong Railway Market
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For years, my only true luggage requirements were like, “Does it weigh less than 23 kgs, can I throw it on top of a bus, and will it still zip up?” But now at 34 years old, I go on some trips where I actually want to look like I have my life together. So
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You don’t need to find a row of empty seats to sleep at BKK — there are airport sleeping pods you can rent by the hour. I ended up booking a 4-hour pod at Boxtel Suvarnabhumi Airport after arriving in Bangkok 7 hours before Chesney. Here’s what you can expect, how to find the pods
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We spent a month at Slow Life by Nomadico, a coliving house in Hiriketiya Beach, Sri Lanka. (Chesney actually extended another 3 weeks when I went home to visit Canada.) It was still in its first year of operation and we went in the low season, so it had its pros and cons. Here’s more
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Wondering what to visit in Brunei? Most people skip this small country when travelling through Southeast Asia, but I’d argue that’s exactly why it’s worth a stop. Brunei isn’t a party place, but if you’re interested in politics and culture, this oil-rich sultanate still ruled by a monarchy offers lots of learn about. Here are
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Renting a tuk tuk in Sri Lanka is a fun and pretty unique way to explore the island. You can go at your own pace and stop wherever and whenever you want, which ultimately lets you see more than if you pass through small towns on a bus, train, or taxi. But it’s not quite
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Sri Lanka is truly one of my favourite countries. The vibes are just on point here: The people are so friendly, it’s super safe, and the food is out of this world. Tourism hasn’t quite blown up just yet, but it’s definitely on its way to becoming a stop on every travel bucket list. If
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