I have been using 12Go to book travel all around the world, and during my recent trip island-hopping the Trang Islands in Thailand, I found them to not only have similar or better prices than what I was quoted locally, but also to be responsive, reliable and extremely timely with their transfers. One transfer experience
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Koh Ngai is a tiny triangle shaped island measuring approximately 4km by 2km which is part of Thailand’s chain of aptly named “Paradise Islands” off the coast of Krabi Province in Southern Thailand. While commonly spoken about along with its Trang province neighbors – Koh Kradan, Koh Mook and Koh Libong – Koh Ngai to
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In 2023, the aptly named “Paradise Beach” on Koh Kradan in Thailand was voted as being the most beautiful beach in the world. Naturally, I had to investigate such a claim in person. Located in Southern Thailand, Koh Kradan, is one of a series of islands off the coast of Thailand’s Trang province that are
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The Philippine islands are among the most beautiful in the world. While it may seem by looking at a map that the islands are clustered relatively closely together, it can actually be a pain to move from one island to another – either involving lengthy ground travel, or flying – which can be surprisingly expensive
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Traveling by slow boat from Thailand to Laos is a unique way to travel between two of the most popular countries in the SE Asia backpacking circuit. While the concept is romantic, do note that this is not the easiest, and certainly not the fastest way to get from Thailand to Laos. The overland options
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Vientiane is the vibrant capital city of Laos, nestled along the Mekong River. The city exudes a spellbinding mix of Asian and French influences. In blog post I will highlight how to visit the top sights of Vientiane, Laos in a 2 day itinerary. I had a short, but memorable 2 day visit to Vientiane
Bali is a special island enclave of Indonesia. Known as the “Island of the Gods” Bali, is a Hindu island in an otherwise Muslim-majority country. Balinese Hinduism has evolved uniquely over the centuries – and incorporates animist traditions, ancestor worship and indigenous Balinese customs and traditions in its practices – which differs significantly from Indian
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Koh Chang is a beautiful island in the Trat district of Thailand. This lush green island is home to tranquil white sand beaches – and a party scene should you be looking for it. Compared Thailand’s southern beach destinations like Phuket and Koh Phi Phi; Koh Chang is relatively more accessible from Bangkok, and generally
After having travelled overland through Northern Thailand and Laos, it was finally time to take a short flight to my next stop in SE Asia: Vietnam. I had travelled extensively in Vietnam in the past, but have not travelled in the country’s scenic north and cultural central regions as much as I would have liked.
The tiny landlocked nation of Laos is often overshadowed by its more famous Southeast Asian neighbours of Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia on the tourist trail – but often becomes a favourite destination for those who do see this beautiful country for themselves. I spent 2 weeks in Laos between my trips in Northern Thailand and
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