Is Cambodia safe for women travellers is one of the first questions I get asked by women planning to travel to Cambodia, especially solo women travellers and older women who might feel more vulnerable. Cambodia is actually one of the safest countries in the world – based on data, not only anecdotes from other travellers … Read more
Sambor Prei Kuk temple complex in bucolic Kompong Thom province was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage list in 2017. Set amidst towering forest and shaded by lofty trees, the unique late 6th century temple city is one of Cambodia’s oldest temples, one of its least visited and one of its most atmospheric. It makes a … Read more
This Vietnamese fresh rice noodle rolls recipe or Hanoi pho cuon recipe kicks off our series of Vietnamese spring roll recipes. These filling rolls can be eaten as appetisers before a main or served alongside other Vietnamese dishes sharing-style or family-style as we eat here in Southeast Asia. You probably thought I was going to kick … Read more
Where to stay in Hanoi is easy – you want to be on, near or overlooking one of Hanoi’s atmospheric lakes. And as Hanoi’s luxury hotels and boutique hotels in Hanoi come at such an affordable price in Vietnam, compared to other Southeast Asian capitals, why not stay by the water in style? These are … Read more
Summer in Italy actually starts in August for most Italians. It’s when the kids are on school holidays and most Italians head to the beach – which is why living like locals in apartments in the cities the Italians escape or the beaches that locals go to is our idea of summer in Italy. Summer … Read more