Planning & Packing

My Packing List

A packing list of all the items that I would pack for 4-5 months backpacking in South East Asia. Along with some advice and pointers to help you with your packing. Firstly my Backpack. I have a Kelty redwing 40l and I love it. It’s the perfect size and fits as hand luggage.

Tours

Flipside True North Tour, Ha Giang Loop

My experience on the True North tour organised by Flipside Hostel in Hanoi. 3 days on the back of a motorbike doing the famous Ha Giang loop in Vietnam.

Alternative Berlin Free Walking tour

3 nights in Berlin, and my first experience of solo travel. One of my highlights was the Alternative Berlin free walking tour. A great way to spend a few hours in Berlin.

Tips & Advice

My top 10 Travel Tips learned from 2 years travelling

After over 2 years travelling in South East Asia I’ve learnt a lot. Mostly learnt the hard way from shitty experiences along the way. These are my 10 tips for new travellers to help make the experience as trouble free as possible.

10 things to know before travelling solo

Travelling solo can be the most amazing experience. You put yourself outside your comfort zone and learn so much about yourself. It can open your mind and make you realise…