Global Gallivanting

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Category : South East Asia

How To Spend One Day in Singapore On A Budget

Anna
Many backpackers start their travels in South East Asia in Bangkok, and whilst the Thai capital is cheap with plenty to explore and a great place to meet other travellers, I actually think that Singapore makes the best introduction to Asia. Even with a short layover, or just 24 hours......

Thonburi Walking Tour: Discovering A More Authentic, Off Beat Area of Bangkok

Anna
Bangkok is one of the most visited cities in the world and most travellers only see the golden temples, glitzy bars and modern malls but there are plenty of other things to do in Bangkok. Thailand is super popular and touristy and sometimes it feels like there’s no escape from......

21 Signs You’ve Been Backpacking Asia For Too Long!

Anna
Asia is just paradise for backpackers – warm climates, beautiful scenery, interesting sights, captivating culture, tasty food, friendly locals, and picture postcard perfect beaches. Backpacking Asia has become something of a right of passage nowadays and it’s so easy to meet others and make friends along the way. There’s no......

5 Things I Love About Thailand (and 2 that I don’t!)

Anna
Thailand – The Land Of Smiles Thailand is a perennially popular tourist destination and, after spending months traveling in India, a few weeks break in Thailand was just what I needed. With so many destinations on my Thailand bucket list I thought I’d better make a start on ticking some......

A Backpacker’s Guide To Surviving Your First Time in Bangkok, Thailand

Anna
So many travelers and backpackers in Thailand begin their adventures here in Bangkok and for good reason. Thailand is a beautiful country full of beautiful places to visit, exotic experiences to be had, glittering temples, gorgeous beaches and steaming jungles to explore. Thailand offers possibly the most easily accessible backpacking......