10 things you need to know before visiting South Korea
South Korea is one of my favourite countries I've been to. But there are some things I wish I'd known before I visited. Here's what you need to consider when planning a South Korea itinerary.
What happens on a tour of the DMZ in South Korea?
One of the most popular day trips from Seoul is to the DMZ. It’s one of the best opportunities to understand more about the divide between the two countries and see the actual area where the south and north are divided – known as the 38th parallel. Here’s what happens on the trip.
How we spent two days in Busan, South Korea
We only spent two full days in Busan, which isn’t enough to see everything this massive city has to offer. On the south coast of South Korea, this seaside city is packed with skyscrapers… Here’s how we spent two days in Busan.
How we spent three days in Jeju Island, South Korea
We spent three days in Jeju Island, in the south of South Korea, in April. From hiking Mount Hallasan to exploring the coast, these were the highlights of our itinerary.
How we spent one week in Seoul
Seoul was definitely a highlight of our trip to South Korea. The city is massive, and you’d need a month or more to see all of it. But these were our favourite things to do in Seoul.
How we spent two days in Gyeongju
We were deciding between a few smaller towns to visit in South Korea and settled on Gyeongju based on its historical significance. Gyeongju used to be the capital of Korea, and we spent one full day and two nights there. Here are our highlights.
How we spent two weeks in South Korea
There’s so much to see in South Korea, you’d need months to visit all the sights. But here’s what we managed to fit into a two week South Korea itinerary.
What to pack for two weeks in Sri Lanka
Find everything you need to know about what to pack for two weeks in Sri Lanka in April – the warm, dry(er) season.
Things you need to know before travelling to Sri Lanka
We spent two weeks in Sri Lanka, and this is what we learned: from how things work to finding the best way around.
Hiking Little Adams Peak and Nine Arch Bridge in Ella
Little Adam’s Peak is one of the most popular hikes to do in Ella, Sri Lanka, along with Ella Rock. Here’s how we combined the route with the famous Nine Arches Bridge.
Day Hiking in the Knuckles mountains: what you need to know
You can’t just go for a walk in the Knuckles Mountains. For various reasons, you need to book a guide whether that’s privately or through a tour group. Here's what we learned from the experience.
Sigiriya vs Pidurangala: which rock is best?
If you’re planning a trip to Sri Lanka then it’s likely that Sigiriya is on your itinerary. But nearby there’s a lesser-visited rock called Pidurangala that you can see from Sigiriya. This is your guide to both.
How we spent two weeks in Sri Lanka
We spent two weeks travelling around Sri Lanka in mid-April. Here’s what we did, what we learned, and what we would do differently.
What to pack for the Philippines in March/April
If you’re visiting The Philippines in March then you’ll be arriving at the start of the dry season – which is short, lasting only from March to May. So it's usually a pretty good time to visit the Philippines, weather-wise.
Tao Expeditions in the Philippines: what you need to know
We took the Tao Expedition from Coron to El Nido. Here’s what I think you need to know to make sure that Tao is the right trip for you, and that you have the best time possible if you do go.
Review: Tao Philippines Expedition, Coron to El Nido
When we were planning three months of travel, friends who had been to the Philippines and been on a Tao expedition told us it was the best thing they’d done. So we were sold, and booked our own trip. I had high hopes, but everything about Tao exceeded my expectations 100 times over.
Review: The Super Ultimate Tour, Coron
When you’re looking up what there is to do in Coron, Google recommends lakes, lagoons, beaches, island hopping… And the Super Ultimate Tour covers the most.
How we spent three days in Coron
We spent three days in Coron before heading on the Tao Philippines expedition. Here’s what we did in the town.
Three weeks in Australia in March: our itinerary
Planning three weeks in Australia might sound easy. But when it came to creating a plan that fit in every sight we wanted to see, it ended up taking us days – if not weeks. Here's what we settled on.
What to pack for Australia in March
If you’re going to Australia in March and travelling across different states, the chances are you’ll need slightly different clothing for different areas. Here’s what I packed for three weeks.