Been There, Don Det. Laos

While the tubing scene in Vang Vieng was going off up north as THE thing to do in Laos, Don Det quietly remained off the backpacker trail. That was almost 15 years ago, fast forward to today and things have certainly changed since then. Chill vibes, inexpensive accommodations, and cheap beers somehow always seem to…

A Perfect Day in Chiang Rai

If you find yourself in Northern Thailand eager for a change of scenery that includes temples, culture, and dramatic mountain landscapes, look no further than spending a perfect day in Chiang Rai. Often overshadowed and just 3 hours northeast of (not to be confused with) Chiang Mai…Chiang Rai is the ideal place to take things…