I once read a blog post about Mysore and what a horrible place it was. The writer painted a picture of a dirty, unpleasant place that you’d do well to avoid. They had clearly never been to any other cities in India. Mysore is by far the cleanest, most orderly city I’ve visited in India. … Read more
The same old travel tips get passed around the internet in a continual loop — but what if you already know how to book a flight (pro tip — use the internet) or that you need to stop buying barista made coffee when saving for a trip? Over the last few years I’ve slowly compiled … Read more
Despite being one of the most overrun tourist destinations in Asia, Bali can seem pretty quiet if you venture out from the popular places. Munduk, a small village on a ridge surrounded by hills, could never be described as overcrowded. Recently I went on a hike to three waterfalls in Munduk and also explored the … Read more
They say good things (or maybe it’s bad things) happen in threes. That’s definitely the case for the Gili Islands, a group of three tiny coral islands off the coast of Lombok. I’ve already taken you on a tour of Trawangan (the largest) and Meno (the smallest), so it’s time to complete the trilogy. Where … Read more
Gili Meno is the “upmarket honeymoon” member of the main Gili Islands group, a set of three small islands off the coast of Lombok. It’s perfect for lazy beach holidays, honeymoons and anytime you want some respite from the bustle of Bali. It’s also a great option for budget travellers as there are plenty of … Read more
The main reason for visiting Tiruchirappalli (Trichy for short) is the Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple complex, a vast collection of temple towers and carved pillars on the outskirts of this busy city in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. The other reason to visit is that it’s one of the cheapest destinations in India to fly … Read more
This post was first published in 2015, but I’ve been to a lot more Southeast Asia beaches since then so it needed an update! Are you planning a trip to Southeast Asia? There’s so much to see – from ancient history, pulsating cities and stunning natural wonders, but perhaps the biggest draw in the region is the … Read more
In Madurai, a small city in Tamil Nadu, colourful towers covered in ornate carvings rise from the grounds of Meenakshi Temple, one of the most striking places of worship in India. The colour, the detail and the dominating presence of this amazing temple brings a steady stream of tourists (and a large influx of pilgrims) … Read more