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Finding an ethical jungle trek in Bukit Lawang? A full guide
Trekking through the jungle to see orangutans in their natural environment is an exciting, unique and wonderful experience. There are only two places in the world where you can observe wild orangutans in the jungle: Bukit Lawang in Sumatra and the island of Borneo in Southeast Asia. Sadly the popularity of this experience means that…
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Why trekking Ijen after sunrise is the best!
If you’re planning a trip to the Indonesian island of Java, you’ve no doubt heard of Mount Ijen and its famous “Blue Flames”. But is Mount Ijen really worth waking up at 1am for? Every day hundreds of people make the ascent of Mount Ijen in the pitch black of night, shuffling like livestock up…
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Is India safe for solo female travellers? My tips & real experiences
I travelled to India for a total of 3 months in the spring of 2024, both alone and as a couple with my boyfriend. I have travelled to many Indian states from the south to the north of India and accumulated experience and tips on how to safely travel in India as a solo female…
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5 best tours from Marrakech: Unmissable experiences in Morocco!
Whilst many people head to Morocco and spend their entire holiday in Marrakech, the country of Morocco has so much more to offer! Within a few hours you can reach some of the country’s most unique spots and experiences. Whether it’s a day tour from Marrakech to the Atlas Mountains, an overnight stay in the…
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Kong Lor Cave: Highlight of the Thakhek Loop
Kong Lor cave is a cave system in the remote Laotian countryside. One of the longest and largest caves in all of southeast Asia. The cave is 7.5km long and takes around 45 minutes on a boat to go from one end to the other. At points the cave is 100m tall and your journey…
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Slow Boat to Laos from Thailand: The ultimate guide
We took the slow boat from the Thai – Laos border to Luang Prabang in Laos first hand at the beginning of 2024, so all the information in this article is valid as of January 2024. Please be aware that things in Asia can change quickly so if anyone finds conflicting information, please leave a…
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Wat Pa Tam Wua: My experience in the northern Thai monastery
What you will read is my personal experience of Wat Pa Tam Wua. Please remember, people have different personalities and characteristics to mine. Your experience will probably differ to mine! The best way to know how you will find it is always to experience it for yourself! 😁 Note: Unless you are serious about meditation,…
