If you’re planning a trip to Koh Samui, Fisherman’s Village needs to be on your list. It’s the perfect place to wander, shop, eat, enjoy cocktails by the sea, catch live music, and experience one of the island’s best-loved fire shows. From high-end restaurants to street food snacks, boutique shops to bustling market stalls, it’s…
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Tipping in Thailand: A Complete Guide
If you’re planning a trip to Thailand and want to know more about tipping culture, this is the guide for you. Unlike countries where tipping is practically mandatory, Thailand has a much more relaxed approach. That said, tipping is becoming more common in tourist areas and is always appreciated when service is good. After years…
A Mini Guide to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Planning a trip to Kuala Lumpur but don’t know where to start? I’ve got you! We visited a couple of years ago, and didn’t do a lot of research beforehand, so we weren’t sure what to expect, but this vibrant, exciting city totally won us over with its incredible food scene, impressive landmarks, and world-class…
Where to Stay in Tenerife for Winter Sun
At the very beginning of our travel journey back in 2021, we did what a lot of Brits were dreaming about at the time and headed for a few months of winter sun. Between December and February, we lived in Tenerife, basing ourselves in Los Gigantes, and it ended up being one of the best…
The Best Restaurants in Fisherman’s Village, Bophut, Koh Samui 2025
Welcome to our guide to the best restaurants in Fisherman’s Village, one of Koh Samui’s most iconic dining spots. We’ve been living in Bophut for over three years now, and between countless sunset dinners, date nights, and catch-ups with friends, we’ve eaten at just about every restaurant in the village—some of them more times than…
What’s in My Beach Bag: Thailand Edition
Living on a tropical island means my beach bag is basically my everyday handbag. Whether I’m heading out for a lazy beach day, an impromptu sunset with friends, or squeezing in a quick ocean dip between emails, I’ve got my beach bag packing down to a fine art. If you’re heading to Thailand, whether for…
The Best Boat Trips from Koh Samui
If you’re heading to Koh Samui and only plan one excursion, make it a boat trip. In this guide, I’m sharing the best boat trips from Koh Samui, including real reviews and must-know tips. From laid-back sailing to island-hopping with pigs and reef sharks, these tours suit couples, families, solo travellers and groups, so there…
Cash vs Card in Thailand
Let’s talk money, because while Thailand might be all sunshine, Pad Thai, and paradise beaches, knowing how to pay for things can quickly become stressful if you’re not prepared. One of the biggest questions we see in travel forums and community groups is: Do I need cash in Thailand, or can I use my card?…
A Day Trip to Menton, France 🍋
If you’re looking for a day trip from Nice that is under one hour by train and transports you to a picture postcard perfect seaside town with a cool and laid-back Mediterranean vibe, then let me introduce you to Menton. Named “The Pearl of France”, Menton sits on the border with Italy. It’s pastel-hued, citrus-scented,…
25 Things to Know Before Visiting Thailand
Are you planning a trip to Thailand? Yes, well, you’re in the right place! This list is just the beginning; we have a ton of blogs to help you plan an unforgettable adventure. But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. Before you pack your bags and jump on that long-haul flight, there are just a…