Travel & Tourism news, views, and reviews. A closer look at developments in sustainable and eco-friendly travel across Southeast Asia and beyond
Latest South East Asia tourism news, events, and stories. From culture to cuisine, nature to nightlife, gain insights for your next adventure. Must see destinations and must stay accommodation. Helpful updates and articles to help you plan your perfect trip.
The £10 carbon offset that promises to make your Bangkok flight “climate neutral” might be the travel industry’s greatest lie. Here’s what they don’t want you to know. We’ve all been there… you’re booking that dream holiday to Thailand, scrolling through airline options, when a small green tick catches your eye. “Offset your carbon emissions
Just when I thought I’d seen it all in my years wandering around Southeast Asia’s most spectacular beaches, here comes another curveball that’ll have travel planners scrambling for their calendars. Maya Bay, Thailand’s poster child for paradise (and Instagram feeds), is closing its gates once again from 1st August to 30th September 2025 – and
Discover Southeast Asia’s top ethical wildlife tours and responsible wildlife tourism operators. Your guide to sustainable wildlife experiences, elephant sanctuaries, and conservation programmes across Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Cambodia, and Laos. Southeast Asia’s responsible wildlife tourism industry is experiencing a remarkable transformation. Across the region, pioneering sanctuaries and wildlife conservation programmes are proving that incredible wildlife
Discover how responsible tourism transforms Southeast Asia’s most pristine islands from environmental threats into conservation success stories, whilst delivering luxury experiences through verified eco-resorts and community-based operators. The Paradise We Nearly Lost Standing on what was once Thailand’s pristine Maya Bay in 2017, watching motorboats laden with 6,000 daily visitors dropping anchor directly onto centuries-old
“Eco-friendly resort with pristine natural pools and sustainable practices!” The marketing looks convincing enough, complete with filtered shots of lush greenery and smiling locals. However, when I arrived at this supposedly sustainable paradise, I discovered diesel generators humming behind bamboo screens, untreated wastewater flowing directly into the nearby river, and a massive chlorinated pool that
Vietnam merged 63 provinces into 34 in July 2025. Learn how this administrative restructuring affects your travel plans, transport bookings, and destination addresses for Vietnam trips. Something’s changed in Vietnam that’ll affect your travel plans, and it’s not another bridge closure or visa requirement. The country has just reorganised itself in the most dramatic way
The road less travelled leads to Bali’s most extraordinary secret I’ll confess something that might surprise you: after years of exploring Southeast Asia, I’d almost written off Bali entirely. The Instagram hordes descending on Tegallalang Rice Terraces, the traffic chaos choking Canggu’s once-pristine beach roads, the yoga retreats charging £200 ($250) a night for what
Discover Palawan’s best eco-luxury resorts, sustainable island-hopping tours, and marine conservation efforts in the Philippines’ Last Frontier. Complete 2025 travel guide with accommodation, transport, and responsible tourism tips. Maintaining my balance with a heavy backpack on a traditional bangka as it glides through the turquoise waters towards El Nido’s Big Lagoon, is a challenge. Arriving
When it comes to eco-friendly stays consumed by nature, nothing quite compares to the wonders Borneo offers the thoughtful traveller. This island wildlife sanctuary has evolved over the years, ensuring visitors can enjoy luxury stays safe in the knowledge that they are helping support conservation efforts and protecting endangered species. Here’s my take on Borneo
Master essential customs across the region. Learn essential Southeast Asia etiquette and embrace local culture for respectful travel. Complete guide covering the region’s countries with practical tips for sustainable travel across the region. Picture this: you’re standing before the gleaming spires of Bangkok’s Grand Palace, camera in hand, when suddenly a gentle tap on your
Discover Malaysia’s perfect blend of cultural heritage and sustainable luxury. From Kuala Lumpur’s iconic skyline to Penang’s UNESCO streets – the ultimate guide to responsible luxury travel. After exploring Southeast Asia’s capitals for almost three decades, I’ve rarely encountered a destination that balances cultural authenticity with genuine luxury as masterfully as Malaysia. From the colonial
Where cutting-edge sustainability meets uncompromising luxury in the Garden City I’ll confess something that might surprise seasoned Southeast Asia travellers: Singapore was never on my “must-see” list. The gleaming metropolis seemed too sanitised, too removed from the cultural authenticity I sought in places like Luang Prabang or Yogyakarta. “It has a great airport” was my
