Travel tips

Travel tips from Southeast Asia

First-hand advice on transport, hostels, mobile data and routes from five months backpacking across Southeast Asia.

Ollie at a mountain viewpoint during his Southeast Asia trip
Karst roads in northern Vietnam

Motorbike loops

How I did the Cao Bang Loop solo

Getting there, hiring the bike, signal and Cao Bang vs Ha Giang.

Ollie travelling in Vietnam

Accommodation

What I ask before booking a hostel

Written for Type 1 travellers, useful for anyone carrying medication.

Ollie travelling with his backpack

Flying

What went in my hand luggage

Medical supplies, baggage allowances and the argument nobody started.