One of the most disturbing things to many eco-conscious travelers arriving in Thailand is the poor standards for combating pollution. I remember when I first arrived by boat at the small island of Koh Tao and watched an island boy walking out onto a boat finish his last gulp of water and carelessly throw the bottle over his shoulder into the incoming surf.

Living in the mountain ranges somehow makes me feel closer to home but I miss the ocean like crazy. I love the smell of the salt water, the sensation of sand between my toes, the expanse of blue before me as the wind sweeps my hair, and the humbling feeling of standing before something that could crush me with one breath. I love candlelit seafood dinners while watching the sun […]

If you are travelling to the Battambang District of the country of Cambodia, you will find many attractions to visit. This area is one of the most beautiful, with rolling hills and green countryside. As well as this, you can view many temples (known as Wats), statues and historical artefacts in this region, many of which date back to the 10th or 11th century.

One of Cambodia’s best kept (and stunningly beautiful) secrets is the Ream national Park. Whilst many tourists flock to the city of Phnom Penh and witness the hustle and bustle of life there, some lucky visitors make it to Ream National Park and witness a totally different side to Cambodia.

// // If you are planning on visiting the southern regions of Cambodia, it is worthwhile taking a trip to the island of Koh S’Dach. Koh S’Dach translates as “King’s Island” and is certainly fit for a king! The island is located approximately halfway between Koh Kong and Sihanoukville in the Gulf of Siam. The island is small in size but is deemed to be the fishing capital of Cambodia.

// // Koh Kong Island is the largest of the Cambodian islands and is a true hidden treasure. It is situated approximately 25 kilometres to the south of Krong Koh Kong. It can be a bit confusing as Koh Kong is sometimes to referred to as an island, a province or a town. In fact, they are three different places!

Kep is a province that lies in the south-western part of the country of Cambodia. During the first half of the 20th century Kep was a prestigious hideaway and was very popular with French aristocrats and the Cambodian elite. It is close to the border with neighbouring country Vietnam and was famed for its beaches and seafood.

Banlung is a small town that is the provincial capital of the Ratanakiri Province, located in the north-western part of Cambodia. It borders Vietnam to the east and Laos to the north. The population of the Banlung area is small compared to other parts of Cambodia which makes it an excellent destination to see many of the beautiful waterfalls, green scenery and mountains that the province has to offer.

For a different slice of the diversity that is Cambodia, it is worth taking a trip to Voen Sai. This is a small town approximately 38 kilometres north of the toen of Banlung. It sits nestled on the banks of the River Tonle Sap and is a popular destination with tourists that are in the know. A visitor to Voen Sai will appreciate the mix of ethnic races and […]

There are many temples and interesting historical sites that can be found in Cambodia. As well as the famous Angkor Wat complex, it is worthwhile visiting some of the lesser known sites. Not only are they less crowded, they offer fantastic, breathtaking views of the lush Cambodian countryside and are some of the most peaceful and serene places on earth.