Global Gallivanting

Global Gallivanting

Category : South East Asia

My Perfect 3 – 5 Day Ubud Itinerary (2026)

Anna
As the cultural and spiritual heart of Bali, Ubud is home to incredible temples and sacred sites, as well as world-class yoga schools and wellness centres. Far from the busy beach towns in the south, this nature-rich area has lush rice terraces, beautiful walking trails, and refreshing waterfalls. And there......

Is Bali Worth Visiting in 2026? My Honest Take

Anna
Dubbed the ‘Island of the Gods,’ Bali has long captivated travellers with its beautiful nature, unique culture, sacred temples, and magical energy. For decades, it’s been both a dream vacation spot and a place where people come to connect more deeply with themselves and nature, living out their own “Eat,......

Phuket vs Bali – Which Island Should You Visit?

Anna
It’s no secret that Bali and Phuket are the most popular destinations in Southeast Asia right now. Yet these bucket-list worthy tropical islands are more different than you think. Having spent significant time on each island, I’ve found that most travellers tend to fall into one camp: they’re either team......

Koh Nang Yuan Island – A Little Slice of Paradise

Anna
I thought I’d seen the most beautiful islands Thailand had to offer — and then I visited Koh Nang Yuan. A trio of tiny islands connected by one impossibly white sandbar, with water so clear it barely looks real. Not surprisingly, Koh Nang Yuan is one of the most unique......

My Guide to The Best Beaches in Phuket (2026)

Anna
Phuket’s beaches are undeniably beautiful but let me start with something most holiday brochures won’t tell you: Many of Phuket’s west coast beaches are heavily developed, unabashedly commercial, and some of its most famous beaches are ringed with sun loungers, jet ski operators, and souvenir stalls. That’s not a reason......