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10 Things To Do In Sapa, Vietnam
Sapa seems to be on everyone’s “to visit” list when planning a trip to Vietnam. Ironically, it wasn’t initially on mine. I was afraid it’d be too touristy, too commercialized, too inauthentic. And while, yes, it is the most popular destination for...
Exploring the Ha Giang Northern Loop Trail
The Ha Giang region (pronounced Ah-Ziang) is considered by many to be the most beautiful place in all of Vietnam… but it’s only the off-the-beaten-path travelers that make it there. The Ha Giang Northern Loop is characterized by massive karst formations...
10 Things to See in Hanoi, Vietnam
Hanoi has been the capital of Vietnam for almost 1,000 years! It’s the place where numerous dynasties have left their mark and has more cultural sites than anywhere else in Vietnam...and they’re mostly well-preserved. There is still much French influence...
Sailing Bai Tu Long Bay on the Indochina Junk
When people think of Vietnam as a place to visit, they tend to think of Halong Bay. It’s a dream destination for many, and what initially drew me to Vietnam too. Halong Bay has been deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its beauty and attracts travelers...
7 Things To Do In Tam Coc – Ninh Binh
Believe it or not, Tam Coc is frequently overlooked by those visiting Vietnam, and I simply cannot understand why! Located 100 kms south of Hanoi, Tam Coc is considered the Halong Bay of land due to the similar limestone formations. While many will refer...
How To Get Officially Verified on Instagram (Yes, Anyone Can Apply NOW!)
If you haven’t heard yet, Instagram quietly released some pretty epic news - anyone and everyone can now apply to get verified on Instagram. Yes, you heard me right, that means YOU! If you've always wanted that infamous blue checkmark next to your name, be...
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Volunteering with the Elephant Freedom Project
When I decided to visit Sri Lanka, I knew that I wanted to see the beautiful elephants from Asia first hand. There are many popular places in Sri Lanka to encounter them - with the most touristy being the Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage - but I could not support going...
The World's Highest Bungy Jump!
Highest bungy bridge? Check. Original bungy bridge? Check. Highest bungy jump in the world? CHECK. It's no secret that I seek adrenalin activities around the world. Anything that gets my heart pumping, sign me up! After completing the Kawarau Bridge bungy jump in...
Jetting Down The Dart River
After having flown over the Dart River earlier in the day, it was time to experience the river itself. We were booked for a 12:30pm departure for the Dart River Wilderness Jet. As this was a last minute decision, we had no idea what to expect. We were met at the...
Helicopter over Milford Sound!
One of the world’s top travel destinations, the magnificent Milford Sound cannot be missed while journeying to New Zealand. Unofficially named the “Eighth Wonder of the World,” one would assume that it was an area full of beauty and sunshine, right? Wrong. Beauty?...