Things to See and Do in Krabi, Thailand
Ok, first things first. I have to apologize to the city of Krabi. You see, when we were first planning our trip and I was researching places we’d want to visit, Krabi ended up on the “do not visit list”….
Hmm…How About That?! My Mother’s Home Cooking
While taking the slow boat from Luang Prabang to Thailand, we found ourselves in a town called Pak Beng, a resting point for Mekong travelers and transfer point for Asian opium traffickers. It is by no means a cozy or…
Fake Monks in Southeast Asia
I was standing in a crowded market in Hong Kong when I felt a gentle tap on my shoulder and a voice saying “hello!” When I turned around, I found a man in a monks robe, shaved head and bare…
Tips For Renting a Motorbike in Southeast Asia
Riding a motorbike in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos or Thailand can be one of the most enjoyable and liberating experiences you can have on your trip. Taking to the open road can bring you to places not seen by the average…
Hmm…How About That?! The Best Hotel View Ever
This week’s edition of Hmm…How About That comes in a video form. We were recently in Kuala Lumpur, and stayed at a great guesthouse in Chinatown. The room looked really nice for a “budget accommodation”, but the best part was…