I was exhausted. I’d taken an overnight bus from Goa to Mumbai and flown to Kuala Lumpur, then an early morning flight to Koh Samui in Thailand. Finally, there was the boat trip to the neighbouring island of Koh Phangan. Luckily, I had arrived at The Sanctuary Thailand, my paradise home-from-home and one of my […]
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The Ultimate Guide to Balian Beach, Bali (2025)
During my road trip around Bali, I discovered a quiet, relaxed and naturally beautiful beach. Balian Beach is on Bali’s unspoilt and uncrowded west coast. It quickly became one of my favourite beaches in Bali. Here is my guide to the best places to stay and things to do in Balian Beach, Bali. These are […]
The Ultimate Guide to Backpacking Zanzibar for a Perfect Trip (2025)
With its perfect sandy beaches, palm trees and relaxed seafront resorts, Zanzibar is like a dream. Popular with backpackers, this island off the coast of Tanzania also attracts more upscale holidaymakers looking for winter sun. This is the ultimate backpacking Zanzibar itinerary and travel guide, including where to stay, the best places to visit and […]