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The Singapore Flyer

Singapore: Asia’s Little Red Dot That Has it All

February 8, 2019February 8, 2019 by Brooke Verlini

Singapore has become Southeast Asia’s most cosmopolitan city. Aside from being a hub for fine dining and fusion cuisine, it has become a prime spot for tourists, corporate jet-setters, and families. Singapore’s renowned Changi airport, …

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WWOOFING in Southeast Asia: Top 5 Countries for Your WWOOF Adventure

April 17, 2019September 3, 2018 by Nikolaj Salinger

Farming has never been my strongest suit, having been a city boy most of my life. When you live in a city like mine, the only nature you ever get to see comes from your …

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Hiking the Ngong Ping 360 Rescue Trail

August 16, 2018 by Bernard San Juan III

While it should be one of the most popular hiking trails in Hong Kong, very few people seem to know about the Ngong Ping 360 Rescue Trail – a 6-kilometer trail (but feels like 8 …

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Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

Exploring Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam’s Storied, Pulsating Capital

August 8, 2018 by Bonnie Rush

Vietnam conjures up harrowing images of war and demonstrations. At a young age, I already had a rough sketch not only of the brutal conflict in Indochina, but also the one waged at home. Naturally, …

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Southeast Asia on a Shoestring: Discovering the Banana Pancake Trail

April 15, 2019April 25, 2018 by Nikolaj Salinger

Southeast Asia is a rite of passage for backpackers, given the dazzling array of places to visit. But if you’re on a shoestring budget and want to discover as many countries as you can, The …

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Brooke Verlini

Brooke Verlini

Brooke caught the travel bug at the young age of 17. All alone with a worn out rucksack, she left their small family farm and set out to see the world. Reticent but intrepid, backpacking is now her way of life, and My Travel Backpack is an archive of her journeys across place and time.

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Bonnie Rush

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Bonnie likes to take things slow and has been wandering the globe since 2012. Her favorite places are those that leave her permanently unsettled. A sociology graduate and student of nature, she offers practical insights on how to make the most of traveling on a budget.


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Nikolaj took a gap year in 2015. Then it became three years of exploring Southeast Asia and doing odd jobs on the side. And he has no plans of stopping. When he’s not out hiking, cycling, or meeting new people, he’s in his hammock reading a book or writing poems.

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