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As a traveling couple with a travel website and love taking photos, we always are on the lookout for resorts with a combination of luxury and those “Instagrammable” shot opportunities. After…
If you are thinking of traveling to Nepal, we believe that you have been to a fair few countries before! This of course is unless it’s among your first trips…
We were fortunate to visit Myanmar in 2015. Unfortunately today, the country has been in a controversy with all the military actions against the Muslim minority Rohingya. You must be…
The challenge when you travel is to find the right restaurants if you have dietary restrictions. If you are vegetarian, travelling in Asia can be quite tricky. Although, you should…
Believe it or not, the AdventureFaktory team did Everest Base Camp without a guide or a porter. Can you or can you not do this trek without a guide? We…
There are many itineraries available for the Everest Base Camp trek. Some are within shorter days and others longer. Here is the longer journey we took considering we wanted to…
There are so many reasons to go to Bali. Some want to the white sand beaches, others want to get amongst the active nightlife. Ubud is known as the relaxing…
Are you on the look out for a comprehensive list for your Everest Base Camp? We have just come back from completing Everest Base Camp and have all the information…
As regular visitors to Sri Lanka, we have compiled a list of 6 things you need to know once you have booked your flight to Sri Lanka. After being relatively closed…
Everywhere you travel, you might want to find a great sunset spot. In Ho Chi Minh City, or also called Saigon, the spot to be for it is in District…
If you are chasing beautiful cafes in Ho Chi Minh City, Villa Royale is your place! Villa Royale is where you can find the best Australian treats. Meat pies, Meat…
Are you looking into travelling to Laos and stopping by Luang Prabang? Experience what it is like 50 years ago by staying in this French Colonial property, the Luang Say…
As Myanmar is becoming a must destination, we thought we shall share to you one of their destination you must not miss for your trip. Meet Inle Lake, a freshwater lake…
Planning a trip to Myanmar? You must be wondering how many days you should spend in the capital Yangon? One day should be enough, but if you want to take…
Are you planning a Bali trip and wondering where to stay? Bali is full of gems and hidden beauties. If you want to be close to the surfing spots and…
Did you just booked a trip to Laos or planing one? You aren’t too sure what to book since the choices are quite far from each other and different styles?…
Are you planning to visit India? Agra seems like a must destination to visit the famous Taj Mahal, but then are you torn between other incredible cities and don’t have…
The very well known and popular island of Boracay from the Philippines has been a backpacker and island lover paradise. The over tourism effect has finally arrived, the Philippines announced…
Myanmar is a beautiful country to visit. We know that there has been recent news about it and that could stop you from going, but we usually like to try…
Are you thinking to go to India? As much as we love to go with the flow and travel unplanned, if you are planning in a precise time span, planning…
A different soup everyday. Meet Nguyen Thi Thanh, The Lunch Lady that got extremely popular due to Anthony Bourdain’s show No Reservations. Every now and then she does something different…
You are planning to go to Laos and still have no clarification on what you need for your visa? Here is all the information you need regarding visa on arrival…
Looking for a vacation to disconnect from everything? The Maldives is a place you should always consider! There are so many choices, you can decide to spend your time at…
There’s a debate as to what is the best temple in Bangkok and this one is regularly in the conversation. Situated on the West bank of the Chao Phraya River,…
Dubai is a marvellous place to be based to travel. The best airlines are based in the region and they go absolutely everywhere around the planet. It is truly a…
To trek in Nepal is to be lifted, literally, away from it all. No matter how long you decide to trek for – 5 days, 12 days, 18 – you’re…
When you decide to travel to Nepal, chances are that a trek through the Himalayas is in your plans. Trekking in Nepal can be for anyone. Even though Nepal is…
Bhutan is a photographer’s paradise. I have been a photography lover since high school, and taking photos on my travels around the world has been a serious hobby of mine…
Japan’s northern island Hokkaido is world renowned for its incredible ski areas and abundant amounts of fresh powder during the winter season. Having travelled to Niseko, Hokkaido’s most popular ski…
If you are looking for an international work experience, South Korea needs to be at the top of your list! South Korea is one of the best places to work…
SLH is a luxury resort on a massive 60 hectare property on the gorgeous Sri Lankan South East Coastline. With world famous national parks close by, the area is well…
Vietnam is quickly picking up speed as a place not only for tourists, but also as an economic hub. We have found a place that caters for both tourists and…
One of my passions in life is fitness and training. I love being in shape and working hard. So when a few of my friends had told me about a…
As the fitness world continues to work its way into our lifestyles, it’s becoming easier to become more health conscious. This leads to more of an active lifestyle in our daily…
Our time was so full on in Sri Lanka, that when we arrived in Kandy, all we wanted was a bit of luxury – as opposed to sleeping in the…
Check out the beautiful places, nice architecture, cute designs, hipster or aka Instagram photo-op places in District 2. Living in the area for a year made us discover every little…
Once in a while we go to The Loop to do some work. It’s never crowded when we go so it’s perfect to do some work done! The Loop Address:…
We found the best spot to be in Saigon. Actually our great mate Tue from Bates & Chi, working next door found it, but hey we are spreading the word!…
As I am leaving this beautiful uprising city of Saigon, new little gems are glooming very fast. A new MGallery has been established; the Hotel des Arts Saigon opened its doors August…
Old Saigon is commonly known as Cho Lon, where Chinatown is situated (District 5). Cho Lon, is a little heaven for photographers who can get lost in old alleyways and temples…
The departure As our flights were scheduled at 4:55 PM, we took an Uber to the Domestic Airport of Tan son Nhat. Gates changed 2 times and we arrived in…
OUR TIP – We suggest you to share a car booked in advance with other travellers and split the fixed fare to make sure you arrive in time at the…
We hate scammers. Nothing makes us more angry when a friend or family member gets scammed. When we catch someone out on a scam, we are very quick to remind…
There seems to be a general opinion as a traveller in Ho Chi Minh that 2 days is enough to discover all that it has to offer, with the remaining time…
South Korea trip, a day at the Hanok Bukchon Village in Samcheongdong (Wednesday). Woke up a bit late and took it easy. I went to visit the Samsung office where my friends…
I wont write too much regarding the day, I will let the photos do the talking. A big thanks to Thuymi Do @thuymi27 for taking the majority of quality pictures….
Saturday : Waking up fairly late, we left to The Original Pancake, but since there was a waiting time of 30 minutes, I decided to take a walk to find something…
As the plane arrives, we are desperately looking for where the city centre is but struggling to see anything from our aerial view point. Skyscrapers are few and far between and paddocks…
They are on Facebook only, or on Instagram only, sometimes they have a location. These are so popular in Vietnam, I feel over flooded! Here is a tiny list of…
In Saigon, or let’s say Vietnam, there’s no Zara, no Forever 21, no “not bad” shops following the trends at a cheap price. Other than Mango or Top Shop, alternatives…
That big clock you see in Instagram pictures in #somewhereinsaigon… well it’s at Loft Cafe. Tucked in this block on Ly Tu Trong greeted by an Art gallery, once you…
Since the very beginning, when I heard of this American BBQ place, I knew I’d have to go as soon as they open. It’s been more than a year now,…
District 2 is my favorite hideaway of Saigon, with several hidden restaurants. You either have to have heard of them or you will miss them! They’re not situated on main…
After a month or so of getting up early for interval running workouts and grueling high intensity weight and circuit sessions, the day was finally upon us to attack the…
We have been training for the Dragon Dash for several weeks now and as the race approaches, the intensity within the group has been lifting. We are now at a…
Meet through my pictures… Urban Kitchen! Beautiful spot and design makes you feel cozy. Perfect spot for business lunches and dinner dates. Make sure to try the Siracha mac &…
Mitch has decided to surprise me by taking me to new locations that I haven’t yet discovered in HCM. He brought me to Kokoïs on a Monday. Despite the good…
A few weeks back I had the honour and privilege to be part of the annual Vietnam Swans Vung Tau Bootcamp. Now part of the yearly schedule for the Swannies,…
Bò Kho isn’t the most well-known soup for visitors of Vietnam. Same broth color as the Bun Bo Hue, Bo Kho is beef stewed with tomato, star anise and lemongrass, served in 3…
I miss my mom’s Bun Bo Hue, but while visiting Vietnam, it is definitely the spot to try all kinds of variation of it! This soup is from my hometown…
Living away from home is difficult for someone who loves and plays sport as much as me. Especially in a place where English is not the first spoken language. But…
