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Japan Guide: Amazing Things To Do And Experience
We spent 3 amazing weeks in Japan exploring Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Osaka + Hiroshima. There is so much to see, do + eat in Japan that sometimes it can be overwhelming to figure out all the nitty gritty details. Here is our Japan Guide on where we went, where we...
Is the Japan Rail Pass Worth it?
So you're going to Japan, and you're thinking about the Japan Rail (JR) pass, and you're probably thinking this is REALLY expensive, is it worth it? We get that. We thought the same. This post is going to break down the costs of the JR pass vs. paying for the...
Your Guide to Gili Trawangan
Like most travelers passing through Bali, we made a stop over on the beautiful island of Gili Trawangan, more commonly known as Gili T. We spent 3 days exploring the tiny island, and here is what we did, saw, ate, and where we stayed: Where we stayed: We had the...
The Insider’s Guide to Travel in Thailand Like a Yogi
Thailand is an amazing country with much to offer for all sorts of travelers. Nature lovers rejoice in its beautiful beaches and astonishing landscapes; party animals won’t find a better nightlife than the one in Bangkok; foodies can treat their palates to the...
Meet our Interns: Shalini + Luke
We're expanding over here at The World Wanderers, and we wanted to introduce you to the 2 newest members of the team: Shalini + Luke. Shalini Kulkarni: Shalini was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario and grew up in a family that would hop in the car every long weekend...
Our Favorite Healthy Eats in Ubud
Ubud, Bali is a hub for wellness, which is one of the things we loved most about spending 2 months there. Anywhere where we can drink affordable smoothies, wheat grass shots and eat raw brownies is a good place for us to spend some time! There are a ton of great...
Martas Hotel, Gili Trawangan: A Hotel Review
We stepped off the boat on Gili Trawangan to mass chaos of people all around us, but Rudy, a representative and staff member from Martas, was waiting with a sign to take us to the hotel, making our arrival on the island super easy. There are no motorized vehicles on...
We’re Hiring an Intern
We’re growing quickly at The World Wanderers, so we are hiring an intern to help us with audio editing and growth projects. If you want to start a podcast, or already have one, this role will teach you directly how to produce a show, find great guests, and grow a...
3 Places to see in Brazil that ARE NOT Rio
Brazil is a GORGEOUS country, yet when I went there, I realized that most tourists reduce their trip to Rio de Janeiro, maybe São Paulo and maybe Jericoacoara for the more adventurous explorers. That’s it. Do you realize that Brazil is basically bigger than the...
Our Favorite Restaurants in Chiang Mai
There are a TON of restaurants in Chiang Mai, and we certainly didn't get a chance to eat at them all. We stayed in the Nimman area, and spent most of our time eating our way through that neighborhood, and that's where most of our recommendations come from! Here are...
The Sanctoo Villa: A Hotel Review
We arrived at the Sanctoo Villa and were immediately greeted by 2 staff members at the front who provided us with cool towels to wipe our sweaty faces and a refreshing welcome drink to sip while they checked us in. After we had finished our welcome drink, we were...
A Day at the Bali Zoo
If you've been following along with us on a regular basis, you would know that we don't often visit zoo's in the cities or countries that we go to. We took a trip to the Bali Zoo though, and it was well worth it. The Bali Zoo isn't the most popular zoo in Asia, and it...
The Top 5 Tastiest Taiwanese Street Foods
Taiwan has been relatively off the radar in our western world despite its major ties with the US government and its reputation among the expat community. In 2016, Taiwan was the 10th largest trade partner with the US, despite having 1/50 the population of the 9th...
The 5 Things You Shouldn’t Miss in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is one of the most amazing countries we've ever visited. It's fast paced and always bustling, the city is modern and impressive, and there seems to be an infinite list of things to do. Choosing what to do when you only have a few days in Hong Kong can be...
How to Pack for Cold Weather Travel
Packing for a vacation in the cold weather can be difficult, especially if you have to travel light. You will want enough items to keep you warm, but with limited luggage space, you have to take care not to pack unnecessary things. We all tend to pack things ‘in case’...
Affordable (+ Nice!) Accommodation in Myanmar
It's become pretty well known among travelers going to Myanmar that accommodation isn't very affordable, especially compared to it's sister countries of Laos + Thailand. There are some pretty heavy government regulations on accommodations in Myanmar at the moment,...
Exploring Doi Inthanon, Thailand
Last weekend, we had the opportunity to take a tour through Voyagin to visit Doi Inthanon National Park just outside of Chiang Mai. The tour consisted of 12 people from around the world, including ourselves, and our guide Patty spoke both English + Thai. Our day...
Our 9 Favorite Travel Books
One of the best parts of travel is having more time to read. A good book can turn airport waits or long bus trips into enjoyable time. So having some good reads for your trip is always important. We both like to read a wide spectrum of books, but since this is a...
Top 6 Things to do in Macau
We went to Macau to visit 2 of our Canadian friends who teach at an international school in Macau. If it was not for them, we may not have visited Macau, but the city / country is full of fun sights + things to do, so we are glad we had the opportunity to explore it....
The Macau Tower Bungy Jump
After jumping off the Kuwarau bridge and successfully doing the Nevis in New Zealand, I made it a goal to one day do the Macau Tower Bungy Jump. Nothing says adrenaline junkie like jumping off the world's highest bungy jump, right?! So when our good friends, Josh and...
Everything You Need to Know About the Cameron Highlands, Malaysia
After spending 10 days in a kick ass AirBnb in Kuala Lumpur, we decided to head up to the Cameron Highlands for a couple of days. The Cameron Highlands is known for its cooler temperatures, tea production, and hiking. After spending 3 weeks in big cities, we were...