There are many special places to visit in Bali, Indonesia’s beautiful and spiritual island. Vogue calls it ‘one one of the world’s most iconic islands to visit in Asia.’ The good news is, you don’t need a designer budget to enjoy Bali. During my four months exploring Bali, I discovered the perfect balance of authentic […]
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Backpacking Asia is a journey unlike any other. It’s a blend of ancient traditions and modern marvels, from serene temples and terraced rice fields to pulsating city streets. I’ve visited many Asian countries, as it’s one of my favourite parts of the world. Let me be your guide.
My first solo trip to Asia was to Thailand and I loved it so much I’ve returned there several times. My favourite resort was The Sanctuary Thailand.
During my three weeks in Japan, I discovered what to wear and headed over to the tropical islands of Okinawa.
I’ve spent four months in Bali, where I fell in love with Ubud. I also travelled around the island to places like Balian Beach, Uluwatu, Munduk, Pemuteran, Amed, as well as across to the Gili Islands. I discovered peaceful yoga places in Ubud and Sanur, as well as a Balinese massage school.
I travelled around Malaysia in three weeks, including Kuala Lumpur, Penang, Tioman Island, Malaysian Borneo and the Perhentian Islands. I particularly enjoyed Malaysia’s tasty street food. In nearby Singapore, I found a clean, green and inspiring city.
India was the first stop on my round-the-world trip, where I spent a month in Goa. In Palolem, I found a great yoga resort, while in Arambol, I discovered the sunset beach parties. I visited a legendary night market and even a fantastic French restaurant in Goa. I also took an incredible side trip to the ancient city of Hampi. Later, I returned to India to spend two weeks in beautiful Kerala.
Check out my posts below to discover what makes each of these destinations so extraordinary.
This is the Best 3 Day Penang Itinerary (2025)
Located on the northwest coast of Malaysia, Penang Island is a dream for food and culture lovers. With new direct flights just launched from Hong Kong and Chennai, it’s a destination you can’t afford to miss. I spent several days here as part of my three weeks in Malaysia. Here is a guide to the […]
These Are the Best Things to Do in Gili Trawangan (2025)
Gili Trawangan, one of the Gili islands, is a popular side trip from Bali for people seeking scuba diving, beaches and parties. I love it so much, I’ve gone there twice within a year to chill out, while exploring Bali. And I’m not alone – according to Google, the Gili Islands were the top trending travel […]
These are the Best Things to Do on Tioman Island, Malaysia (2025)
The beautiful Tioman Island in Malaysia is home to beautiful beaches, marine life, waterfalls and a special turtle conservation project. I spent several days here as part of my 3 weeks in Malaysia learning about the important work to save the region’s endangered turtles. Here’s the lowdown on the best things to do on Tioman Island, […]