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Category: Asia

Pha That Luang

Vientiane: two days in Laos’s languid capital

24 February 2025 Pat Hindley Asia, Laos, Rest of World

Vientiane probably isn’t as popular as some of the more tourist-orientated destinations in Laos. But a visit to a capital[…]

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Cooking banh cuon, steamed rice pancakes, a popular Hanoi street food

Hanoi street food tour: an introduction to Vietnamese cuisine

20 February 2025 Pat Hindley Asia, Rest of World, Vietnam

A food tour is a great way to learn about a country’s food and drink. And if you’re vegetarian or have[…]

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Gilco Running Man, Osaka

Osaka: 24 hours in Japan’s vibrant southern city

16 January 2025 Pat Hindley Asia, Japan, Rest of World

Osaka is probably best known for its neon signs and street food. And the so-called ‘Kitchen of Japan’ didn’t disappoint[…]

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Koyasan: experiencing Japan’s most spiritual mountaintop town

5 January 2025 Pat Hindley Asia, Japan

Koyasan is undoubtedly unlike anywhere I’ve been before. A temple town near the top of one of Japan’s holiest mountains,[…]

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Himeji Castle, Japan

Himeji: a stunning Japanese castle right on the bullet train route

2 January 2025 Pat Hindley Asia, Japan, Rest of World

Himeji could easily be a stop on the bullet train that you pass through when travelling between more famous destinations[…]

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Yellow Pumpkin, Naoshima

Naoshima: why you shouldn’t miss Japan’s gorgeous art island

30 October 2024 Pat Hindley Arts, Asia, Favourites, Japan

Getting to Japan’s art island Naoshima takes a bit of effort but it’s 100% worth it and shouldn’t be missed[…]

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Shinkansen train, Himeji

Japan: 10 top tips for a perfect trip

21 August 2024 Pat Hindley Asia, Japan, Reviews & tips

Despite the language barrier it’s very possible to travel around Japan independently. But it’s a big place with an extensive[…]

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Temple of Apollo, Side

A beach escape with a Side of history

17 July 2024 Pat Hindley Asia, Rest of World, Turkey

I generally consider myself more of a traveller than a holidaymaker. So booking a beach trip is unusual for me,[…]

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Yellow Pumpkin, Naoshima

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