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Top Attractions in Koh Chang
This 429 square kilometer of land is called Koh Chang, or Elephant Island, for a reason. It’s not because of its size, but instead its more to do with the island’s imaginative elephant-like shape. Located in the eastern most province of Thailand...
Mango Sago - Hong Kong Goodness in Singapore
Nobody is entirely sure where the dessert goodness of the Mango Sago originated from. Hong Kong is probably as good a guess as any, with the famed Hui Lao Shan dessert shop sprouting in the island-state at a rate reminiscent to that of Starbucks in ...
KL’s New Buzz
Kuala Lumpur is juxtaposition of old and new. The city is too big to be negotiated on foot, but there is an efficient metro system, including many elevated lines. Cleaner than Bangkok, yet not quite as orderly as Singapore, the nation’s capital is...
7 Top Attractions in Siem Reap
Siem Reap, a former outpost of a pariah state run by the bloody Khmer Rouge, has risen admirably into an international tourist destination, one that boasts the status of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and host to one of the new Seven Wonders of the Wo...
The Morning Ritual
It is well before dawn in the paradise land of the Gods of Bali, Indonesia. As the sun approaches, the ladies of Bali are dutifully performing a morning ritual which has been the tradition since centuries past. To outsiders, it is but a simple day-to...
Cruising Through Malaysia
Many towns in Malaysia were founded at the mouths of rivers as they were an important means of transport. Today, these rivers provide an alternative means of taking in the sights of a town as well as the plant and animal life along their banks. Touri...
Sentosa, Singapore’s Island Backyard
Located at the southern-most part of Singapore, Sentosa Island stands at a mere 465 hectares, yet it has much more to offer than meets the eye. Beyond the typical notion of endless sun, fine white sand and crystal clear waters, what completes an ench...
Candi Prambanan & Mendut - Yogyakarta
Other than the famed Borobudur Temple, Yogyakarta is also home to countless other Hindu temples. Two other temples that may be of interest are Candi Mendut, and Candi Prambanan, pictured below. Travelers driving in from Jakarta will usually pass by C...
Crystal Cove, Boracay Island
One of the top things to do in Boracay Island, Philippines is the island hopping tour, where one get to experience snorkeling in various spots around the island and visit several different islands off the coast of Boracay. Crystal Cove, one of those ...
Sal’s Travelogue #7 -High Up North
Following Viantiane’s urban landscape, our writer Sal heads towards Vang Vieng, a mountain village up north famed for its wild late night partying. Come night fall, the village transformed into a wild hub of nightlife and blaring music. We arr...
Heart-Warming Vietnam
We have always been on the lookout for contributions to Unearthing Asia, be it for Photo Friday or other location-focused articles. For this week’s Photo Friday, we have the pleasure of welcoming Kevin Moe, a grad student based in Singapore wh...
Sal’s Travelogue #6 - Far, Yet Familiar
Fresh of his adventures exploring Pakse on a rented motorcycle, our writer Sal heads on a sleeper bus towards Vientiane. Here he shares his exploration of Vientiane, an urban landscape in stark contrast to his previous few adventures. Vientiane’s...
Sal’s Travelogue #5 - Saibadee Pakse!
After the exploring Don Det and Phou Asa’s elephant trails, our writer Sal continued his journey towards Pakse and through to Vientiane. Here he shares his story exploring the rugged area around Pakse with a rented motorcycle, visited waterfall...
Koh Phangan Comes of Age
Lying in the shimmering turquoise waters of the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Phangan is a party-goer’s paradise of legendary proportions. With its infamous Full Moon party every month for the last two decades, Koh Phangan has truly established itself ...
Sal’s Travelogue #3 - Detours
After traversing the Mekong Delta with new found friends, our writer Sal had to say goodbye to the Norwegians, and head north to meet up with two other travelers he befriended in his past journey. Follow him here on his detours towards the North! â...
3 Scenic Temples of Siem Reap
The temples surrounding the once tiny town of Siem Reap are no longer off the beaten track. Nowadays, everybody has an acquaintance who has trekked to see the enormous towers of Angkor Wat, which has somewhat become Cambodia’s de facto flagship tem...
Sal’s Travelogue #2 - Saigon Green
Last week, our writer shared with us about the start of his adventure – a month of backpacking through South East Asia on a limited budget, US$700! Here he goes to share about reaching his first destination, meeting new friends and exploring new si...
Sal’s Travelogue #1 – Starting Solo
Traveling alone is often considered unusual, risky, lonely and even to some, boring. But there are often times when we feel the need to break away from the world at large, and explore new things that we are often unaware of, all on our own. In this u...
Pulau Seribu, Thousand Islands
About 2 weeks ago I had the chance to go to Pulau Seribu (Thousand Islands) nearby Jakarta to enjoy 3 days of refreshment – relaxing over freshly picked coconuts, suntanning and snorkeling on azure blue waters, fishing and exploring nearby islands....
Snapshots of Java
For this week’s entry into Photo Friday here’s a collection of snaps taken from Losari Coffee Plantation, Central Java. This collection of photos reflect the charming nature of Java and the idyllic nature of vacationing at the heart of Java itsel...
8 Diver’s Paradise in Indonesia
More than 5 million square meters of water surrounds the island archipelago of Indonesia. Undoubtedly, it is a grand settlement for hundreds if not thousands of underwater species and beautiful, colorful coral reefs. At once, this country offers plen...
Borobudur, Central Java
Central Java is a melting pot of ancient kingdoms, refined courts and vibrant wilderness. This area is thick with history and religious spirituality, filled with temples and palaces erected by Buddhist and Hindu Dynasties reflected the splendor they ...
Peace and Quiet in South Thailand
The south of Thailand is home to hundreds of miles of shoreline, some of the most pristine in the world. Many say that many of the most popular Thai locations, such as Phuket – Thailand’s largest island – are just overrun and no longer have the...
6 Uniquely Indonesian Festivals
Indonesia is often referred to as the sleeping giant of Southeast Asia, and rightly so. With more than 18,000 islands in its archipelago, there is an amazing diversity of what to see and do while on holiday here. Modernization has seen development (s...
The Best of Khmer Cuisines
One of the highlights of any trip to Cambodia is the food, which often surprises many. The country’s range of dishes can loosely be called ‘Khmer Cuisine’ – and although it is similar to food found in neighboring Laos, Thailand, or Vietnam, i...
Thermal Hot Pools in Ciater, Bandung
The hilly town of Bandung, not more than 3 hours away from the hustle and bustle of Jakarta, is a popular weekend getaway for city dwellers looking for a breath of fresh air and clean, uncluttered scenery. Unfortunately, this town has lost most of it...
A Guide to Shopping in Phnom Penh
Believe it or not, the Cambodian Capital of Phnom Penh is a shopper’s paradise. From amazingly good quality housewares to cheap clothing, tourists can get good deals and mingle with the locals at the same time. The markets in the city are slightly ...
Redang Island in Photos
Redang Island, a long 12 hours bus ride away from Singapore, was this little get-away island perfect for lazing out your weekend away. Be warned however, there isn’t much in terms of things to see and or do. But I was glad to at least note that...
Exploring Ho Chi Minh City
A recent trip to Saigon gave our contributor, Michelle Lee, the chance to explore Vietnamese hospitality in four short days. After an eventful three days of touring, she shares her experiences exploring Ho Chi Minh in the final day! French Connectio...
Floating Market and Elephant Ears
A recent trip to Saigon gave our contributor, Michelle Lee, the chance to explore Vietnamese hospitality in four short days. After trying out original Vietnamese noodle (Pho), and visiting the war remnants in Vietnam, she heads toward the Mekong Delt...
