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How Many Days in Chiang Mai – Creating The Best Trip

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Want to add Chiang Mai on your Thailand itinerary ? But not sure how many days in Chiang Mai you should spend? Well, first of all, it totally depends on the length of your trip as well as the purpose of your visit to Thailand. But whatever your reason is, we are here to help you. But before that let’s know what Chiang Mia city is all about.  The city of Chiang Mai was founded in the 13th century. Located amidst the surreal beauty of majestic mountains, Chiang Mai served as the capital of the Lanna Dynasty for a long time. Till today, this place holds a huge historical and cultural significance for all those who wish to know about the Lanna Kingdom. Be it nature or religion or culture, the city of Chiang Mai is dotted with all. If you are wondering why go to Chiang Mai and Chiang Mai how many days? Well, there are centuries-old Buddhist temples in the city as well as national parks in its suburbs, fascinating museums depicting history and culture, night market, and much more.  Table...

Best places for solo travel in Asia by seasoned travellers’

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Solo travel is the most liberating feeling I ever experienced. People have asked me to describe how it is liberating, but what solo travel is for me, cannot be described in words. I have traveled solo in Europe & Asia till date. Even in India as a solo female traveler, I have had some of the amazing experiences & adventures. Some parts of the world are favorable than the other – like Asia – for solo female travel. Believe me, there are some off the beaten destinations in Asia as well that you must visit as a solo traveler. So, I compiled a list of the best places for solo travel in Asia with personal anecdotes from my fellow bloggers.  Best places for Solo Travel in Asia Best Solo Travel Destinations Singapore Singapore is one of the best countries to visit in Asia if you are a solo traveler. Singapore has plenty to offer any traveler including warm weather year round, a beautiful skyline, great food and interesting and unique attractions (many of them free). S...

How to Spend Six Relaxing Days in Ho Chi Minh City/Saigon

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Five years ago, my first impression of Ho Chi Minh City (also known as “Saigon”), Vietnam were not great. It was hot, dusty,  chaotic with the scooters and traffic, and not a lot of exciting things to see in this large city. Our 10-day family trip in Vietnam started in Hanoi and ended in Ho Chi Minh City via a tour. We wish we could have seen more as two days in Ho Chi Minh City was not enough time. Fast forward to the present day. We’ve moved to Ho Chi Minh City in January 2018. Scooters and motorbikes are still everywhere. Weather is still the same – humid and hot. New high rises and constant construction is everywhere. The environment is similar to the previous visit. The major difference was that my mind has opened up and is more adaptable due to my experiences after years of travel. If you’re visiting Ho Chi Minh City for six days, here are some recommendations on things to do in Ho Chi Minh City. The agenda is simple and relaxing – eat lots of...