The Monkey Temple in the Monkey Town of Lopburi
The old town section of Lopburi was once a vibrant hotspot for locals until one day it got taken over by wild monkeys. Desolate shops, buildings and streets was all I could see, instead of people there was monkeys everywhere. It kind of reminded me of the jungle book. Continue reading The Monkey Temple in the Monkey Town of Lopburi
Where to party in Tay Ho
For most of the expats living in Hanoi, Tay Ho is the prime location for a good night out. A 15 minute drive out of Hanoi’s famous old quarter will bring you to an area full of artisan cafes, sophisticated clubs and convenient street food (with seafood being a known delicacy near the west lake). Tay Ho is the predominately go-to hotspot since many of … Continue reading Where to party in Tay Ho
The Expat Interview: Kristyna in Bangkok
What life is really like as an expat in Bangkok. Interview with Krystina, a Czech girl in the Thai capital. Continue reading The Expat Interview: Kristyna in Bangkok
The Bartizan Galle: A Step Back in Time
The Bartizan Hotel encapsulates what Galle is famous for – it’s colonial past. The building was an old Dutch structure that has now been carefully renovated to a boutique hotel while keeping the original architectural elements intact. Perched peacefully at the edge of the Indian ocean, it felt like stepping back in time, somewhere where life was going on a slower pace. We stayed in … Continue reading The Bartizan Galle: A Step Back in Time
Going on a 12 hour trek in Sapa when you hate trekking
Sapa is a small rural town located in northern Vietnam, famous for its many, many rice fields, breath-taking mountainous range and relaxed atmosphere. After a long bus journey from Hanoi, I was greeted by a vivid sunrise as I stepped off the bus into Sapa. Unsure what to do or where to go though I was happy to finally stretch my legs. There were several … Continue reading Going on a 12 hour trek in Sapa when you hate trekking
The House of Sathorn: Food Amuse in Bangkok
Situated in a 127-year-old colonial mansion The House of Sathorn is an unmissable culinary find in the heart of Bangkok. Nested between skyscrapers and modern buildings I could have easily missed this sublime food experience if it wasn’t for my local connoisseur and friend – the Epic Betch. Continue reading The House of Sathorn: Food Amuse in Bangkok
Long Layover in Colombo? Here is what to do
Let’s be honest. Colombo is not one of the most exciting cities in the world but if you have some spare time at the airport I suggest that you head out and explore this South Asian capital. (But not at night. There is not much going on that time of the day.) The airport is around 45 minutes away from the city center and a … Continue reading Long Layover in Colombo? Here is what to do
