alternative travel

Domestic Flight in Burma

Burma – 5 Surprises

Having just returned from her first trip, Enfys describes 5 things that surprised her when travelling around this beautiful country! Before arriving in Burma I was not sure what quite to expect. I have been lucky enough to travel extensively throughout Asia, but never before to this enigmatic country. What I found blew me away; what a unique and […]

Kampong Khleang

Angkor What? Life in Cambodia

I am currently leading the Indochina Encompassed tour and in Siem Reap. It is hard not to be impressed with Angkor Wat, but there is so much more in this region, that many people are not aware of…. When people hear about ‘Siem Reap’, they immediately think ‘Angkor Wat’. Or at least, most travellers do. […]

Beach trekking

6 Tip Top Tips. Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia & Burma

Somebody recently asked me for some top tips for travelling in Asia, and I thought I would share my thoughts on this blog. Whatever you get up to, Asia is unlikely to disappoint – but here are my suggestions for making the most of your time away! 1) Eat Local! Although the fancy hotels and restaurants […]

Cafe Align

5 Great Places for Coffee in Hanoi

When traveling in Vietnam I am more than happy to leave my computer at home, switch off my mobile and delve into the local culture without so much as a second thought about what might or might not be going on back home! I’m even happy to trade in my beloved cheese and pasta and wine […]

Enfys in Indochina: Kayaking on the Nam Ou River, Laos

It’s a tough job…

Over the summer your dedicated team of Indochina experts have been out in Asia, tracking down exciting new experiences, revisiting old favourites, snacking on exotic delicacies and exploring all corners of the region. It’s a tough job, but someone’s got to do it. Here are the highlights from the InsideVietnam team… Enfys – I travelled […]

Motor monks in Hue

Learning from the Master: Top Vietnam Travel Tips from our Expert

When our Indochina expert, Tyler was put on the spot about his recommended top five alternative experiences in Vietnam, this is what he said…. Hue by motorbike: Hue has some great sights, but they are quite spread out. Have a local driver take you around by motorbike and the journey is likely to be your […]

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A Vietnam inspirational video

If you spoke to our tour leader Tyler Palma about what he had done this summer, you would probably be stood with him for quite a while as he tells you about his time in Vietnam. It is always a pleasure to speak to our Tyler, but however to save you a few minutes, here […]

Hoi An Bike Ride

Journeys Vietnam: by bike

Cycling has been a really fun way to see Vietnam. It’s nice to travel by bike at a slower pace and get off the beaten track. In Hoi An we rode simple granny bikes without gears to get out into the countryside…