Cashew Farming in Cambodia: Lives Shaped by Land and History
I spent a day with a family who grow cashews and other crops in tough conditions in southern Cambodia. Their story is worth telling.
South East Asia
South East Asia is a region of contrasts, where ancient traditions meet fast-changing cities and quiet islands sit just offshore from buzzing streets. Our South East Asia travel stories explore countries like Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, and beyond, focusing on local culture, everyday moments, and meaningful travel experiences. Expect practical insights, reflective travel writing, and journeys shaped more by curiosity than schedules.
Bia Hoi – Drink Like a Local in Vietnam
Pull up a plastic stool, grab a bowl of peanuts, and shout “Mot-Hai-Ba-Dzo!” Bia hoi — northern Vietnam’s beloved “fresh beer” — is cheap, cheerful, and best shared with locals before it goes flat at sundown.
Climb the Highest Peak in Singapore!
Sherpas and bottled oxygen are entirely optional on this less than arduous trek to the summit.
Taking The Slow Train Around Yangon
This four hour train trip is a great way to get a feel for how the locals live. Make friends and learn a few words of the language along the way.
Peanut Farming in Cambodia: Insight into Village Life
I spent a day stripping peanuts from stalks in a Cambodian village. And learnt a lot about how hard life can be, and how people can rise above the hardships.
Low Season on Koh Lanta
This island in the Andaman Sea has a casual atmosphere and an interesting history. Avoid the crowds by coming in July or August.
Climbing Fire Mountain
This is a tough climb in the dark. But at dawn you are rewarded with a view straight into the pit of fire and brimstone.
Kampot Pepper Is A Cambodian Treasure
Kampot pepper is regarded as the best in the world, and it retails for $600 per kilo in our markets. But where does it come from? Read on.
Overnighting on Komodo
Most visitors just take the day trip to Komodo to see the dragons. But you can stay overnight and be hosted by a friendly family.