Author Archives: Kelsey Hayden

  • A Day on Inle Lake, Myanmar, with Location Map

    A Day on Inle Lake, Myanmar, with Location Map

    The city of Nyaung Shwe is easily accessible from any of the major cities in Myanmar (buses run daily from Yangon, Mandalay, and Bagan), and boasts one of the country’s most popular  attractions: Inle Lake. At 22km long and 11km wide, Inle Lake and the surrounding mountains are both…

  • Visit Shwedagon Pagoda Now! Cost, Festivals and Important Info

    Visit Shwedagon Pagoda Now! Cost, Festivals and Important Info

    Within only two and a half years of the border opening to tourists again, Myanmar (Burma) is quickly earning a reputation as a “must-see” country in SE Asia; between the stunning landscape and friendly people, it’s not hard to see why. As more and more tourists infiltrate the pristinely…

  • 5 Must-See places in Hanoi

    There is no shortage of sights to see in Hanoi, Vietnam; as the capital and second largest city in the country, the city of Hanoi is both historically and culturally rich. No matter your particular interest, Hanoi has something to capture the attention of any and every traveler. 1.…

  • Things to do in Ninh Binh Vietnam: With Map

    Things to do in Ninh Binh Vietnam: With Map

    Ninh Binh (pronounced Ning-Bing) is an up-and-coming tourist destination in Northern Vietnam, especially for those seeking to enjoy a scenic day trip from Hanoi. Located about two hours south of Hanoi, and easily accessible by bus, Ninh Binh is a great place to escape the chaos of the city…

  • Cong Caphe: Hanoi Old Quarters - Coffee Shop in Vietnam

    Cong Caphe: Hanoi Old Quarters – Coffee Shop in Vietnam

    It is quite common for an influx of tourism in any given place to drastically alter the geography, population, and experience of a country or city. However, even as a tourism boom continues to hit Vietnam, it seems that the Northern capital of Hanoi has managed to maintain a…

  • Motorbike Madness: A Guide to Motorbiking in South East Asia

    Motorbike Madness: A Guide to Motorbiking in South East Asia

    While the cities and landscapes of each Southeast Asian country are drastically diverse, one thing remains constant no matter which borders you cross: the motorbike. Hindered by a high tax on cars, relatively high gas prices, and an immense amount of traffic to weave through, driving a motorbike is…