I’m Ashley, your solo travel expert.
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Living Like a Local in Siem Reap, Cambodia
As an English teacher, I now feel like a local in Siem Reap, Cambodia and am well known around the markets and with the locals.
Teaching English in Siem Reap, Cambodia
Teaching English in Cambodia or any Asian county is a rewarding and eye-opening experience. Many schools accept volunteers for short-term, unpaid positions.
Traveling through Phnom Penh: Killing Fields and Tuol Sieng
Phnom Penh offers historical insight to Cambodia’s history. Save room in your schedule to visit Choeung Ek, the Tuol Sleng Museum, and Wat Phnom
Full Moon Party on Haad Rin Beach
We gave in to the hype and followed the masses to Ko Pha-Ngan, home of the legendary Full Moon Party, and perhaps the world’s largest, rowdiest beach gala.
Pii Mai Lao on the 4000 Islands, Laos
Celebrating Pii Mai Lao with the Laos locals in the 4000 Islands was an incredible experience that makes me appreciate and truly love Laos even more.
Don Det, Laos, Here We Come 4000 Islands!
Our journey to Don Det in Laos’ 4000 Islands was a long overnight haul. From Vientiane to Pakse to Don Det and onward, it was another thrilling adventure.
Vientiane, Wats, and the Laos New Year
Explore Vientiane by bike and easily see the wats and other attractions. Then spend the evening at one of the many restaurants by the MeKong River.
Lazy Days Along Vang Vieng’s Riverbanks
Sometimes you just have to kick your feet back and relax along the river in Vang, Vieng, Laos.
Golden Triangle in Chiang Rai, Thailand
The Golden Triangle at the conjunction of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar offers a perfect photo opportunity near the MeKong River.
Tubing in Vang Vieng, Laos
Tubing in Vang Vieng, Laos, has a cult following. When the rain finally stops, grab a tube and head to the Nam Song River for hours of fun in the sun.
