Feast of Travel

23/12/2024

Discover where to eat in Pai, the hippie mountain village in the North of Thailand. Eat the best khao sok and other Thai staples here!

22/12/2024

Try the best char kway teow in Penang, Malaysia in this list of my favourite places to check out this iconic hawker food!

21/12/2024

Discover the best lok lok in Penang in this post where I list my favourite places serving this local dish!

20/12/2024

Discover the ultimate 3-week Malaysia itinerary: from the vibrant streets of Kuala Lumpur to the pristine beaches of Langkawi.

19/12/2024

Discover the British colonial heritage of George Town in Penang in this quick guide to colonial George Town

18/12/2024

Unveil the Chinese history of Penang in the three distinct Chinatown in George Town in this quick guide to the Chinese heritage of Penang.

Chinatown George Town will let you unveil the Chinese history of Penang in this quick guide to the Chinese heritage of Penang.

17/12/2024

Discover where to eat in Chiang Rai in this post where I list my favourite eateries and the dishes I recommend in Chiang Rai.

16/12/2024

Find out what to do in Penang, Malaysia in this post. Embark in a cultural and gastronomic journey in Penang!

15/12/2024

Tips for Visiting Buddhist Temples in Southeast Asia

If you've traveled in any Buddhist country, you're probably familiar with the main rules for visiting Buddhist temples. In case you haven't or need a quick refresher, here are a few tips for visiting Buddhist temples in Thailand, Laos, Myanmar or Cambodia and in other countries in Southeast Asia. These rules are valid throughout these countries, whether you're visiting Wat Pho in Bangkok or Wat Phra That Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai, the ancient city of Ayutthaya (although most of inactive temples have less strict rules), Pha That Luang in Vientiane, Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon or even Angkor Wat in Siem Reap.

Monks praying at Wat Chalong in Phuket, Thailand

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Tips for Visiting Buddhist Temples in

When visiting a Buddhist temple it is important to be respecful. Here are some tips for visiting Buddhist temples in Southeast Asia.

14/12/2024

Try the best laksa in Penang, Malaysia in this list of my favourite places to check out this iconic hawker food!

13/12/2024

Discover what to do in Chiang Mai, Thailand's Rose of the North, in this comprehensive guide with the best activities, food and accommodation

12/12/2024

Discover the best char koay kak in Penang in this post where I list my favourite places serving this local dish!

11/12/2024

Want to have a local bite after your visit to Kek Lok Si! Discover where to eat near Kek Lok Si temple in this post.

10/12/2024

Penang is an island with an incredible mix of cultures and religions. Discover the most impressive temples in George Town, Penang here!

09/12/2024

Discover the best curry mee in Penang in this post where I list my favourite places serving this local dish!

08/12/2024

A Practical Guide to Visit Sukhothai, Thailand Sukhothai (or, rather, Sukhothai Historical Park) was the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Sukhothai from the 13th to the 15th centuries, before Thailand even existed. As such, the ancient glory of the kingdom can be seen in the whopping 193 temples that have been excavated in the area, which has been deemed a…...

08/12/2024

Hiking the Monk's Trail in Chiang Mai, Thailand, is one of the best ways to get to know the culture and nature of the region. Hike it now!

07/12/2024

With so many temples to visit in Chiang Mai, it's hard to choose! Discover the best temples in Chiang Mai to plan your next visit!