As Becky Exploring nears its one-year anniversary, I’m so honored that Stefanie of The Hidden Coconut nominated me for the Versatile Blogger Award!
Saving money is hard. Life is constantly throwing temptations in your path – encouraging you to spend, spend, spend! So how does anyone afford to travel? For me, exploring new places is a passion. If I don’t do it frequently, I get kind of antsy. So, it’s worth it to me to find ways I can save money for travel.
Hong Kong is a city that has it all! Bustling urban markets, beautiful temples, lush wilderness, easily-accessible beaches, and great food. When planning a visit to Hong Kong, I recommend incorporating a little of everything into your itinerary. Not only will this keep you from getting overwhelmed by the densely-populated urban areas, but a diverse itinerary will show you all that Hong Kong has to offer and what makes it such an incredible city.
Stepping out of the airport and into the tropical mugginess in Vientiane nine years, I was excited to start my new life abroad in Laos. Since I’d never been to Laos, I had no idea what to expect. Little did I know that I would completely fall in love. Blown away by the gorgeous scenery, welcoming people, and delicious food – how could I not? To help you plan a trip so you can fall in love as well, I’m sharing 6 beautiful places to visit in Laos on your next Southeast Asia holiday.
On any visit to Hong Kong, you’ll most likely want to use public transportation at some point. Unlike many of the sprawling metropolises found throughout Asia, Hong Kong is fairly compact. Its size combined with the extensive and reliable public transportation system make it surprisingly easy to get around. This guide complete with a few tips will show you how to use Hong Kong public transportation like a pro!
Tokyo, Japan’s capital city and a sprawling metropolis, is a feast for your senses. With sights like historic temples, lush gardens, kitschy shops, anime galore, and delicious food – there’s something for every type of traveler. Although you cannot possibly see it all in four days, I’ll share some of my favorite activities (and meals) from my 4-day itinerary in Tokyo. Hopefully this will give you an idea of the variety of things to do in Tokyo to help you plan your trip.
Looking for a different type of junk boat adventure in Hong Kong this year? Why not check out the Soko Islands? These remote islands are located just inside Hong Kong’s southeastern waters. Although once home to a Hakka farming village as well as a community of Vietnamese refugees in the 1990s, the Soko Islands are now deserted. What better way to escape the crowds of Hong Kong than to go to a desert island?