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Too many temples in Mandalay
I have a thing for visiting places that I learn about from songs, books, TV shows or movies, and Mandalay made the list thanks to Frank Sinatra (who I was…
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Chasing sunrises in Bagan
When most people think of Bagan they probably only think of the hot air balloons soaring gracefully over the ancient pagodas as the sun rises, but the reality (for us…
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The backpacker’s guide to Yangon
Although Naypyidaw is the capital of Myanmar, it’s not a place often visited by tourists. It doesn’t have a lot to offer, so Yangon is the place to be! I…
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Surf and sunsets on the south coast of Sri Lanka
After spending just 11 days in the middle of Sri Lanka climbing rocks and towers, going on an elephant safari, riding that famous blue train, hiking Adam’s Peak for sunrise,…
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Exploring amazing Ella
Ella is a small and rather famous town in the Uva province of Sri Lanka, surrounded by jungle-clad hills dotted with some pretty impressive waterfalls. It’s usually the final destination…
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Why climbing Adam’s Peak for sunrise was a letdown
Climbing Adam’s Peak for sunrise is as popular an activity as riding the famous train from Kandy to Ella or going on an elephant safari. One of those “must-do” activities…
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Riding that famous train from Kandy to Ella
Riding the train in Sri Lanka is definitely the best way to get around most of the country. It’s super cheap, very scenic and a great way to get a…
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Hiking the Himalayas: The Packing List
After spending 3 months in Nepal and hiking a grand total of 400km I’ve finally sussed out what I need and what I can live without when it comes to…
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Hiking the Himalayas: the Annapurna Circuit route planner – Thorung La to Tatopani
The full Annapurna Circuit is considered one of the world’s great treks, and the real appeal lies in its variety. The trail winds through the subtropical jungle, up into the…
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Hiking the Himalayas: the Annapurna Circuit route planner – Besisahar to Thorung La
The full Annapurna Circuit is considered one of the world’s great treks, and the real appeal lies in its variety. The trail winds through the subtropical jungle, up into the…
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An elephant safari in Kaudulla National Park, Sigiriya
Sigiriya is a small town a few hours north of Kandy, home to an ancient fortress on top of the 200m Sigiriya Rock, also called Lion Rock. You can also…
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Climbing Pidurangala Rock for sunrise in Sigiriya
Sigiriya is a small town a few hours north of Kandy, home to an ancient fortress on top of the 200m tall Sigiriya Rock, also known as Lion Rock. It’s…
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