Is the Halong-Bay Boat Cruise Touristy? Yes, very much so, it’s the literal definition of a tourist trap. Every single aspect of…
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Cannabis TourismThailand
Weed is Legal in Thailand: And Now Tourists Can Get High 🍃🇹🇭
by BackPackBOBby BackPackBOBYes it’s true. In an insane twist of events — Thailand has dropped its strict Cannabis Regulations and has become the first…
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BangkokThailandWhere To Stay
Where To Stay in Bangkok: Discover The Best Areas and Hotels in 2024
by BackPackBOBby BackPackBOBChoosing the best area to stay in Bangkok doesn’t have to be complicated. This simple guide will help you find the best…
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BangkokThailandTransport Guides
BTS Skytrain Bangkok 2023 – A First Timer’s Guide To The Public Transport System
by BackPackBOBby BackPackBOBThe BTS Skytrain is a modern monorail system in the heart of Bangkok, and it’s a great way to get around the…
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FeaturedMalaysiaTravel Itineraries
Two Weeks in Malaysia. The Perfect 14-17 Night Budget Travel Itinerary For 2023. Orangutans, Islands, and All The Food.
by BackPackBOBby BackPackBOBMalaysia is a way bigger country than I first imagined. It’s divided into two regions: West Malaysia, which borders Thailand, and East…
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Attraction GuidesMalaysia
Orangutans in Malaysian Borneo: Meeting Them On a Budget: Sepilok Orangutan Rehabilitation Center
by BackPackBOBby BackPackBOBIt changes your perspective, seeing Orangutans in the wild. They’re awesome, they’re basically humans, and I’m convinced they can speak. Orangutans are…
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Attraction GuidesMalaysia
Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur Is It Really Worth Visiting? Colored Stairs, Gold Statues, and Monkeys. Here’s What You Need to Know.
by BackPackBOBby BackPackBOBThe Batu Caves are one of Kuala Lumpur’s most iconic landmarks and for good reason. The 252 steps leading up to the…
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Destination GuidesMalaysia
Free (and Cheap) Things To Do In Kuala Lumpur 2023 Guide
by BackPackBOBby BackPackBOBKuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, is a must-visit for any traveller to the country. I spent four nights there, on my…
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Attraction GuidesMalaysia
Jonkers Street Night Market in Malaysia: Official Guide. Times, Prices, Location.
by BackPackBOBby BackPackBOBJonkers Street is a historic lane in Melaka, Malaysia. The street is half a kilometre in length long and starts in the…
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MalaysiaTransport Guides
Getting to Ipoh on a Budget: A Guide to the Most Affordable Ways to Travel
by BackPackBOBby BackPackBOBIpoh is a great place to visit in Malaysia, and there are a few different ways to get there. The most common…