Destination Guide: Taipei, Taiwan

Taipei, the Capital of Taiwan, is an interesting city few people have on their travel radar. It has a turbulent, rich history that is well documented and today is one of the most open & progressive cities in Asia. My first trip to Taipei was a convenient stop-over from the US to South East Asia – and I have returned … Continue reading

How to get around Phuket, Thailand

Updated 2020: Getting around Phuket is a hassle and one of the reasons I rather visit (or recommend) other islands in Thailand. Pretty much any land transport available exposes you to one scam or another, resulting in some of the highest taxi prices you’ll pay anywhere in Asia, including some of the most expensive cities on the planet, like Singapore … Continue reading

Best places to stay in Bali

Updated 2019: Bali fulfills different dreams for different people – from wild parties in Kuta to upscale beachclubs in Seminyak. From family beach vacations in Nusa Dua to honeymoons at luxurious villas. And from surfing on remote beaches to finding your personal zen moment in Ubud. If you want to make sure your vacation is just what you expect it to … Continue reading

Travel Made Easy: Bali – Getting There & Around

Updated 2019: Bali fulfills many dreams – from beautiful beaches to lush forests, from surfing the waves to relaxing among the rice paddies, from historic sights to nature & adventure. Thankfully, you can see a lot without spending a fortune. But there a plenty of taxi scams and there is no public transport, so check out my travel tips for getting … Continue reading

Destination Guide: Hoi An, Vietnam

Hoi An is my favorite city in Vietnam – it’s a beautiful, small town situated on the river with a lovely old town that invites you to hang out, read a book over coffee or wander among the stores. You can explore the rice fields around the town or head to the beach by bike. And some of the most … Continue reading

Destination Guide: Hong Kong

Hong Kong is one of the most visited cities in Asia, and for good reason: Hong Kong’s dramatic skyline along the beautiful harbor alone is a good reason to visit. You’ll find lots of shopping, cultural events and great food.  Read my mini-guide to Hong Kong to find out why you should go, where to stay in Hong Kong and the top things … Continue reading

Hong Kong – Getting there & around!

Updated 2019: Hong Kong is a fun city I’ve returned to over and over and it’s easy to get there and around, too! With a great airport express train, iconic Hong Kong red taxis, historic ferry boats and modern trains, buses and trams, you have plenty of options to get around! Read my Travel Made Easy tips how to get around … Continue reading

Travel Made Easy: Manila – Getting There & Around

Updated 2019: Manila is a fun city without countless flights, so getting there is easy. Arriving at the busy NAIA airport with its four spread out terminals can be overwhelming and getting around the city of more than 12 million people is time consuming. So, check out my tips how to get there, how to get from Manila airport to … Continue reading