BACKPACKING

With only around 1800 visitors per year, North Korea is one of the least visited countries in the world. That, coupled with it’s role as one of the few  ‘functioning’ communist states around mean that’s is arguably the most intriguing place to visit imaginable.

But it comes at quite a cost, solo-travel is an impossibility due to each trip being monitored by the state-run KITC (Korea International Tourism Company) so you’re effectively required to take a tour. That being said, it’s such an awesome destination for any true traveler it’s a pill you’ll be willing to swallow. Check out my FAQs to get an ...

Macau was the first and last European colony in Asia, it has more visible colonial history than Hong Kong. Walking through the old city you could convince yourself you were in Europe rather than in Asia. One of the world’s most densely populated spots, Macau is best known as Asia’s largest destination for gambling taking in even more revenue than Las Vegas.

Although best known for gambling, Macau is extremely rich in attractions and oozing with atmosphere, thanks to hundreds of years ...

Break open the piggy bank? 6,669 Yen, per day. ($84 AU) Some quick conversions for the rest of the world1 Euro = 98 Yen$1 US = 77 Yen$1 CA = 75 Yen$1 AU = 75 Yen Over the course of a few weeks, ...

Although from an administrative point of view Macau belong to China, when you travel to this city you can’t help but feel like you’re in the heart of Europe instead of Asia. Macau is one of the oldest European colonies in the Orient, and the colonial cultural heritage is more obvious in Macau than in other places.

A backpacker will have the time of their life when exploring this interesting pick and mix of Portuguese and Chinese elements. A few days in Macau will please even the most persnickety of backpackers: good food, nice atmosphere, and lots of affordable (if sometimes a bit seedy) accommodation options.

Some fears of a backpacker:   Fear 1 The railway system of Japan is serviced by over 100 private companies. Japan has 6 out of the world’s 50 busiest train stations. Getting from one point to another can be done in numerous ways. Train schedules and ticket prices vary. It’s normal to feel confused and a little lost. You are human after all. ...

Backpacking anywhere is amazing, but there’s so much to be seen, so much to do, and so much variety in Japan. That said, Japan can be expensive for newbies, so it’s important to know a few insider hints and tips before heading over!

Trains are the most efficient way to travel around the country, but they can also be expensive. Read our blog post about Japan rail tickets for some tips, and otherwise, it’s often cheaper to just take a bus (hint: night buses between cities can save you 1 night’s accommodation!). If you’re staying in the country for a while, it might be ...

5. Get back to nature. It is hard to believe until you see it for yourself, but amidst the sea of glass and chrome modernity and technological and architectural wonder that defines Singapore as an ultra modern city, there is a nice balance with nature and so many opportunities to ...

Basics Language:   English, Malay, Mandarin & Tamil Capital: Downtown Singapore Currency: Singapore Dollar (SGD) Minimum Daily Budget: 45 SGD Dial Code:   65 International Access Code: 00 Emergency Services Number: Police: 999, Ambulance & Fire: 995 Time Difference: GMT +8   Entry Most nationalities don’t normally need a visa to enter Singapore. The duration period depends on nationality and entry point, but is usually between 30 and 90 days. Your passport should be valid for a minimum ...

Coming to Singapore, tourists have a wide range of choices for their accommodation from luxury hotels, budget hotels to backpacker hostels.

In Singapore, hostels are the best option for travelers who want to make use of their budget. As a cheap accommodation, hostel only offers facilities for basic needs like bed, bathroom, locker and breakfast. However, it is good enough for travelers to survive and save money for their journey of exploration. This list presents you the 5 best backpacker hostels in Singapore.

Singapore has earned itself a reputation as an expensive place to visit, and thus many backpackers will only land in the city state for a 24 hour stop-over. And to be honest, Singapore can be pretty expensive. I know because during one week in Singapore, I spent what I would spend in three weeks elsewhere in southeast Asia. But that’s ...