Tuk-tuks are prevalent throughout Southeast Asia and are basically motorized rickshaws. It’s a slightly more expensive alternative to taking a cab, and sometimes the only means of transport around small towns. Back in January, Alison and I took a tuk tuk to a bus stop in the small city of Sukhothai before traveling onward to…
One of the primary tourist attractions in southern Laos is Wat Phou, the site of ancient ruins located just outside Champasak in between Pakse and the 4000 islands. The ruins date back to the Khmer empire in the 5th century and the area was named a UNESCO World Heritage site. Sounds awesome, right? So how…
Outside of plane flights and bus tickets, virtually everything you buy in this part of the world is negotiable. Lodging, trinkets and clothes at the market, tuk tuk fares, massages, and sometimes even food are all negotiated items. Although some people would rather avoid conflict or feel bad haggling over a few bucks, the reality…
Beaches & Backpacks 