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2 Weeks in Malawi: The Ultimate Lake & Safari Itinerary
If you like safaris but you travel on a budget, Malawi is a great alternative to more expensive trips such as South Africa or Tanzania. An organised tour package will probably cost you between 3-5 thousand pounds. But if you… Continue reading
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A Guide to Manila Layovers: What to Do and Where to Stay
Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which help support the blog at no extra cost to you. People don’t usually go to the Philippines for Manila — they go for the islands. But because most international… Continue reading
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Hua Hin on a Budget: Complete Travel Guide (Costs, Tips & Itinerary) February 2026
When fantasising about beach holidays in Thailand, Hua Hin might not be the first destination that comes to mind, but by the end of this post you may find yourself adding this relaxed seaside town to your Thailand itinerary. Read… Continue reading
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Hua Hin Food Guide: 5 best places to eat in Hua Hin (Updated 2026)
TIME OF VISIT: FEBRUARY 2026 At a first glance, Hua Hin might seem very touristy and the food scene is no exception. A very laid-back liveable resort town, without the crazy vibe of Phuket, Hua Hin is perfect for a… Continue reading
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Affordable Airport No.1 Lounge Experience at Heathrow T2 (Updated February 2026)
Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which help support the blog at no extra cost to you. TIME OF VISIT: FEBRUARY 2026 Our longheld opinion has always been that airport lounges are somehow something exclusive for… Continue reading
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Shopping like a local in Bangkok: Everyday stores Tourists miss
Bangkok is the capital of shopping. From markets to knock off malls, from the stalls of Chinatown to western and luxury malls, the choice is infinite. We just love shopping in Bangkok, and the main shopping centres are all worth… Continue reading
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Ko Samet Travel Guide: A Quieter, Better-Value Alternative to Phuket (Updated 2025)
Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which help support the blog at no extra cost to you. If you plan some beach time but do not fancy the usual destinations such as Krabi, Phuket, Ko Samui… Continue reading
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A 3 day Bangkok itinerary without the tourist traps
If you have read our post on Bangkok accommodation, you know by now that we love the local vibe that Bangkok has got to offer. On the other hand, it’s fair to ackowledge that in 2025, Bangkok was ranked the… Continue reading
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Bangkok Accommodation Guide: Comfortable stays on a budget
When picturing Bangkok, some think of a traffic packed city full of backpackers, hostels, bars and overcrowded markets. Although some will only experience this side of Bangkok, we have personally never seen the ugly face of this fantastic vibrant capital.… Continue reading
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Singapore on a Budget Guide: How We spent 3 Days in a Normally Expensive City
Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which help support the blog at no extra cost to you. Singapore is often thought of as an expensive city, but in this Singapore on a budget guide, we show… Continue reading
