This Myanmar Travel Guide has been updated as on August, 2024 For decades now, I have been yearning to travel to Myanmar. After seeing so many images of the Buddhist temples and pagodas, I was left wondering, could Myanmar travel be as amazing as Thailand or Sri Lanka? Understandably, our biggest concern about traveling to […]
Is Bhutan Worth the Cost? 3 Day Budget Itinerary
Updated August 2024 – with new SDF fee Bhutan is a small and mystical country located in the Eastern Himalayas. It is known for its stunning scenery, ancient Buddhist monasteries, and very unique culture. It is also the first and only country in the world to be carbon neutral – very impressive. However, Bhutan is […]
Uzbekistan Travel – 5 Reasons we Fell in Love
Uzbekistan travel is magnificent! It is a country that is easy to fall in love with. It has a rich history, distinct culture, amazing architecture, and welcoming people who are eager to share their culture with visitors. It is also one of the cheapest countries in the world to travel through! Here are just a […]
3 Incredible Dushanbe Hikes
Tajikistan is the perfect country for nature lovers. And hiking in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan is pure magic. Better stated hiking near Dushanbe is truly incredible – as the best hikes near Dushanbe are outside of the capital, but close by. We found 3 Dushanbe hikes that we think any outdoor enthusiast is going […]
Breathtaking Hunza Valley, Pakistan – 4 Day Itinerary
Hunza Valley Pakistan is a breathtaking valley located in the Karakoram Mountains in the north of the country. It is known for its stunning scenery, including snow-capped mountains, lush green valleys, and sparkling lakes. Hunza Valley is also home to some of the tallest and most savage mountains in the world. In addition, this area […]
Our Heartbreaking Kabul Travel Experience in Afghanistan
The decision to travel to Afghanistan was not an easy one. We certainly did not want to legitimize or support the evil self proclaimed government of the Taliban. Nor did we want to put ourselves in danger. However, after speaking with local guides and other travelers we made the decision to go and document the […]
Turkmenistan travel – Most Bizarre Country Yet!
Our Turkmenistan travel experience was the most bizarre we had ever experienced! Think The Truman Show meets The Twilight Zone set in the Soviet Era. This is especially true for their capital, Ashgabat which is known for everything white, marble and the biggest of many things. And then there is the Gates of Hell. A […]
Budget Travel Georgia: 12 Unforgettable Experiences
Georgia is a country that has it all. From Tbilisi, its splendid and divergent capital to it’s many monasteries which are steeped in history and exotic culture, to it’s stunning natural beauty as well as award winning wine and delicious cuisine. And to boot this is a very budget friendly travel destination, making budget travel […]
Baghdad – 8 Fun Things to see and Do!
Baghdad is the capital of Iraq and is home to about 8 million people. It is a city with a rich history and culture, but it has also been through a lot of strife in recent years. The Iraq War, the rise of ISIS, the October Uprising of 2020 and the ongoing political instability have […]
Cheap Maldives – 10 Fabulous Days
Cheap Maldives – these words are typically not found in the same sentence. However, we were able to spend 10 days at Maldives over the water bungalows on points for $75/night. This included a free breakfast, awesome secluded beaches and inexpensive transport to the island. How? Well read on and find out! As always this […]