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Budget Friendly Phnom Penh Accomodation

By: Abigail Gilbert The days of the $2 room for hardy travellers are gone, but it's possible to balance budget and comfort for a memorable stay in Phnom Penh. Hidden...

Banteay srey carving, By: Vijay Khurana

Travel to the Angkor Wat, Cambodia’s Ancient Temples

By: Vijay Khurana Short of a time machine, you couldn’t find a better way to lose yourself in the past than by visiting Cambodia’s Angkor temples. You’ll see...

miscommunication By Jason Hue

(Mis)Understanding Indo Lingo

By: Jason Hue, first published in Jakarta Expat The Indonesian language teaches its speakers to be respectful, hence people are often addressed with the salutation of...

Lombok map

Beautiful Lombok and its rapid transformation

By: Ed Caffin Lombok, nestled between Bali and Sumbawa, is a stunningly beautiful island. It consists of green mountains and highlands, lush and fertile lowlands and...

A view of Malang

Malang: Hikes & Hidden Beaches

By: Kindeng Temminck-Simamora Malang is the second largest city in East Java, Indonesia. It is traditionally known as a place to unwind and relax for people stressed...

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Jakarta Insider Tips

By: Ario Triwibowo As the most populous place in Southeast Asia, Jakarta is a bustling and a chaotic city that can easily overwhelm visitors. Being Indonesia’s ...

Picture perfect, slightly plastic Sentosa, By: Dem Romero

Sentosa, Singapore’s Playground

By: Cher Tan Formerly known by the rather unattractive name of Pulau Belakang Mati ("The Island After Death" in Malay), Sentosa has been rebranded and resculpted into...

Dolly by day, just another Indonesian street

Dolly: Faith & Prostitution in Surabaya

By: Jacobus E. Lato The nightfall shields the day and transforms it in different ways, particularly in Dolly, Surabaya. In an approximately 5 meter wide 150 meter...

The states Perak, Kedah & Perlis in Northern Malaysia

Introduction to North Malaysia: Northern Soul

By: Melissa Lin The Northern region of Malaysia comprises of the states Perak, Kedah and Perlis. Perhaps the best known spots of the North are the oft visited islands...

Setia Kawan Losmen, Hostel Yogyakarta

Budget Hotels & Hostels in Yogyakarta

By: Monica Dominguez Accommodations keep popping up in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, as more and more travelers flock to this wonderful destination on the island of Java....