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    • Sri Lanka  Throughout the years, Sri Lanka has been known by many names, but the one that perhaps describes it best is the old Persian name, Serendib, meaning ‘serendipity’. In just 2009 Sri Lanka saw the end of a brutal 26 year long civil war. The entire nation breathed a sigh of relief, and finally, this beautiful teardrop shaped island opened up to the rest of the world once again. Since then, the entire country has been in a constant state of growth. The skyline of Colombo, Sri Lanka’s capital city, is shooting skyward as rapid developments take root, one after another. The bustling streets of Kandy and Anuradhapura are quickly filling with tourists. But outside of the urban meccas, Sri Lanka’s tangled green jungle, rolling hills, and surf-washed shores draw a different kind of traveler. Extreme nomads with a burn for outdoor adventure have long known Sri Lanka’s real charm isn’t something you’ll find in the city. You’ll find it in the butter flat lagoons, strong wind, and barreling surf. You’ll find it in the desolate islands, the hidden waterfalls, and the mysterious mountain temples. Surrounded by hundreds of kilometers of coral reef, and inland, covered in winding rivers and…
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Lifestyle Thailand

A Digital Nomad’s Chiang Mai Guidebook: Coworking, Internet & Accommodation

Chiang Mai has long held the renowned spot as Asia’s premiere digital nomad location — second only, if anything, to Bali. And it’s no real surprise: So many digital nomads are drawn to Chiang Mai for its relatively cheap cost of living, laidback lifestyle, and the ability to have access Read more…

By Grace Austin, 2 years1 year ago
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Thailand

Adventure in Thailand: 10 Unmissable Activities in the Land of Smiles

For us, there has to be adventure. Though Instagram might lead you to believe that a trip to Thailand is all about lying on a postcard-worthy beach with a cocktail in hand (admittedly there are worse ways to spend a day) or feeding bunches of bananas to a rescued elephant Read more…

By Grace Austin, 2 years9 months ago
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Kitesurfing Thailand

Kitesurfing in Thailand: 9 Best Kite Spots – Ultimate Guide

Travelling to Thailand? Check out the best kite spots in the country! Remember that island that Roger Moore jetted off to in The Man with the Golden Gun? Oh yeah, that was in Thailand. And remember that insanely beautiful place where Leo DiCaprio went totally bananas in The Beach? Am Read more…

By Grace Austin, 2 years4 months ago
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Kitesurfing Thailand

Kitesurfing in Hua Hin, Thailand: Your One Stop Guide

Thinking about doing some kitesurfing in Hua Hin? Here’s what you need to know to get started. Hua Hin has long held the coveted spot as the most popular spot for kitesurfing in Thailand (though with the nearby spot of Pranburi gaining traction, there are bound to be a few Read more…

By Grace Austin, 2 years1 year ago
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Lifestyle Thailand

Digital Nomad’s Guide to Bangkok: Coworking Spaces, Internet & More

Digital nomads heading for Bangkok, here’s what you need to know. Thailand’s extravagant capital city, Bangkok, is fast becoming a hive of activity of Asia’s digital nomad community and an unmissable part of travellers’ Thailand adventures. And why not?! The city has something for everyone: For one, Bangkok’s outdoor adventure Read more…

By Grace Austin, 2 years2 years ago
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Move Thailand

7 Adventurous Things to do in Hua Hin, Thailand

Wondering what to do in Hua Hin? Here’s 7 outdoor activities you don’t want to miss. Perched on the western side of the Gulf of Thailand, Hua Hin is a coastal city known best for its vast sandy beach, swanky seaside resorts, and kitesurfing — one of the fastest-growing adventure Read more…

By Grace Austin, 2 years2 years ago
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Move Thailand

7 Outdoorsy Bangkok Activities We Can’t Get Enough Of

Wondering what to do in Bangkok? Here’s 7 action-packed activities you’ll love. From the glitz and glam of the iconic sky bar to the down and dirty backpacker roads, Bangkok sees a million different kinds of lives being lived on her streets every day. Bangkok has long been a tourist Read more…

By Grace Austin, 2 years2 years ago
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Move Thailand

5 Cool Things to do Outdoors in Chiang Mai, Thailand

Your complete guide to Chiang Mai’s coolest outdoor activities Nestled in the foothills of the Himalayas in Northern Thailand, Chiang Mai enjoys a solid reputation as one of Asia’s most established digital nomad hubs and an unmissable stop-off point for many travellers’ adventures in Thailand. With more than half a Read more…

By Grace Austin, 2 years2 years ago
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Thailand

A Quick Thailand Travel Guide – Tips & Practical Info

A quick travel guide to Thailand If you are one of the many digital nomads who has wandered around Southeast Asia, chances are Thailand needs no introduction for you. After all, Chiang Mai is already considered a world’s top nomad destination by many, and has recently started to seriously challenge Read more…

By Grace Austin, 2 years8 months ago
Royal Pavilion in Phraya Nakhon Cave
Hiking Thailand

Phraya Nakhon Cave, Thailand: Complete Hiking & Outdoor Adventure Guide

300 mountain peaks. A million-ish steps. A few dozen monkeys. And one hidden pavilion. Welcome to the wonders of Phraya Nakhon Cave. Cave? Temple? Thailand? There’s only one place you could rightly be thinking of. Deep in the heart of Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park is a seriously special Read more…

By Grace Austin, 2 years8 months ago
Shady boardwalk surrounded by mangroves at the Pranburi Forest Park, Thailand
Thailand

Complete Guide to Pranburi Forest Park & Beach Nature Trail

Head to Pranburi Forest Park for mangroves, wildlife, and an empty beach. If you asked somebody about Pranburi 40 odd years ago, the bright, breezy canopy of a mangrove reserve would have been far from the reality of this little seaside town. But a lot has changed since then, especially Read more…

By Grace Austin, 2 years8 months ago
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Test & Reviews Thailand

Best Pranburi Hotels: 10 Unmissable Options for Every Budget

Best Pranburi Hotels, Resorts, and Guest Houses Guys, I’m going to start this one on a soppy note: I feel so goddamn lucky to have lived in Pranburi for the past year. Seriously! The chances of ending up in this beautiful, quiet, authentic town were so small — but man, Read more…

By Grace Austin, 2 years8 months ago

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