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Looking for the perfect Cambodia Itinerary? Unsure how much time to spend in each location, which places are not to be missed and which ones should be avoided? Don’t panic! Let us help you! Whether you have 2 weeks in Cambodia, 10 days or just 1 week, this itinerary can help you plan the perfect trip… Cambodia is more than just Angkor Wat! Many backpackers consider the country an after thought. They tag the country onto the end of their Southeast Asia backpacking route, leaving less than one week in Cambodia or even just a few days to explore all that it has to offer! Big mistake

There are literally hundreds of Halong Bay tours and cruises available in Vietnam! With Halong Bay being a UNESCO World Heritage and the country’s Number 1 Tourist Attraction, no wonder travel companies of all shapes and sizes are scrambling to get a slice of the pie! As an experience that is almost impossible to do independently (you’d need your own boat!), if you want to see the natural wonder that is Halong Bay, you are going to have to decide which company to go with. You are also going to have to decide how long to go for

Inevitably, you’ll come across one of the city’s infamous hawker centres, a food court of epic proportions showcasing the delicious impact Singapore’s multi-ethnic heritage has had on it’s robust food scene. For 33 SGD ($24 USD) you can enjoy a narrated 30 minute ride in an air conditioned cabin as you slowly ascend to the peak, where you’ll have a bird’s eye view of the Marina Bay and Singapore’s vibrant neighbourhoods (like Little India, Arab Street, and Chinatown). Some recommended breakfast joints in the area are Common Man Coffee Roasters (known for some of the best coffee in all of Singapore), Toby’s Estate (known for their Australian take on coffee), and The Book Cafe (where you can flip through a diverse selection of reading materials while you brunch). After a half day’s worth of sampling Singapore’s robust foodie scene, it’s likely that you’re feeling just a little bit full.

American backpacker, Kristen, and her fiancé David, take a trip to the famous Khao Sok Floating Bungalows on Cheow Lan Lake, Khao Sok National Park to see what all of the fuss is about. A nature lover’s paradise, Surat Thani is home to not one, not two, but six national parks, including 739 km2 of jungle forests, limestone mountains, and Cheow Lan Lake (made by the construction of Ratchaprapha Dam) that comprise the astonishingly aesthetic Khao Sok National Park… Established in 1980 as Thailand’s 22nd national park, Khao Sok National Park appeals to the adventure seeker and self-professed “glamper” alike. When my fiancé, David, and I decided to explore Khao Sok National Park for the weekend, we thought it wise to leave the logistics to the locals and booked a three day tour through the charming Coco Hostel. Although we were a bit depressed to bid farewell to the friendly staff at Coco Hostel, our floating bungalow, and the effervescent teal water of Cheow Lan Lake, we were very impressed with our 3 day tour experience!