Reading Time: 7 minutes Let me start by saying sorry mum, this post will likely give you palpitations. I wanted to share my experience in case there is anyone out there who has never driven a scooter before and is considering motorbiking in SE Asia. Because everyone in SE …
Reading Time: 6 minutes After the best bus journey a traveller could ask for, we arrived late evening into Sihanoukville. We hopped straight on a TukTuk bound for our accommodation in Otres. Friends of mine who had been to Sihanoukville years ago raved about how amazing it was, but …
Reading Time: 5 minutes It seems silly to me now, but before arriving on the coast of Cambodia I hadn’t anticipated beautiful beaches. I hadn’t really anticipated beaches at all. Imagine my surprise when I landed on Koh Rong Samloem and found Saracen Bay. One of the most beautiful …
Reading Time: 5 minutes Phnom Penh It’s been a week since leaving Phnom Penh and still, my recollection of this city is so fresh in my mind. The USA style organisation of the streets, the pretty walk along the Ton Saple River (a river that changes directions depending on …
Reading Time: 4 minutes Siem Reap After a long journey crossing the border from Laos, we eventually arrived at our guesthouse in Siem Reap. Like many travellers and tourists, we came here to see Angkor Wat. Built in the 12th century the UNESCO World Heritage Site is the largest …
Reading Time: 4 minutes The 4000 Islands Have you ever landed in a new country, town or city and instantly felt overcome with clichéd positive vibes? After we made the long (and I mean loooong) journey down to The 4000 Islands from Vientiane, we stepped off the boat onto …