Planning a trip to Laos and wondering what to do there? Read on for an extensive guide to Laos, complete with 1-week and 2-week itinerary options, as well as practical tips.
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If you’re looking for the best things to do in Penang, this post is for you. It contains 18 unique, cultural, and appetizing activities that you won’t want to miss while you’re travelling through Penang, Malaysia.
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There is definitely more than one way to see a country, but intrepid travellers looking to see the very best of New Zealand honestly must see it on a campervan road trip. There is nothing more quintessentially New Zealand than a campervan trip across the country filled to the brim with lake dips, coastal swims, multi-day treks, and plenty of (mis)adventures along the way. So where do you find free campsites? What are the rules for freedom camping? I cover all of this and more in this lengthy guide set to help you find free campsites across New Zealand.
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Embark on an unforgettable adventure through Costa Rica with this two-week itinerary. From exploring the Monteverde Cloud Forest to surfing on the beaches of Tamarindo, this itinerary offers a comprehensive guide to help you plan your dream trip to this tropical paradise.
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As a total surprise to me {and I can count the number of times I’ve actually been surprised on two hands}, I was told only to pack an overnight bag and swimwear, I was at an absolute loss for what to expect. Whisked away on the back of a motorbike, I was more and more confused as we got further and further south. Surely, we were heading to the waterfalls? But…there’s no place to stay the night at the waterfalls? I WAS CONFUSED. We pulled up near the gate of Kuang Si and took a turn down a dirt alleyway. Pulling up to an area filled with open seating and pools of teal water I’d never seen before, Luke jumped off the bike and said, “We’re here.” And that’s how our time at the hidden hotel I’d never heard of in all my time in Laos started— the Vanvisa At The Falls Homestay Resort.
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Mount Maunganui is a hike I’ve heard people talk about for ages. While I was living in Auckland particularly, people would always recommend I make the trip to Tauranga to do the walk and peep the view from the top. I simply never made the trip or had the time. It wasn’t that far up my priority list. Luckily for me, a day of good weather and no work brought together a few of my favourite humans for a trip to the Mount to mark it off all our lists!
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People come to Southeast Asia for a variety of reasons: the gorgeous natural landscapes, the exotic food, the unique cultures, and, it goes without saying, the low cost. Months in certain destinations can cost you as much as days or weeks other places, especially if you’re a tight budget traveler. Despite the already low cost of Laos, I’m always looking for the best deals and free attractions, events, and general goings-on happening in the city.
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