Backpacking Tips Asia:
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• Getting Started Backpacking -- The Key to Start and Plan a successful backpacking trip
  • Backpacking Route Planner -- Here`s my incredible heavy researched itineraries.

  • Backpacking Route Planner India

  • Backpacking Route Planner Cambodia

  • Backpacking Route Planner Laos

  • Backpacking Route Planner North Thailand

  • Backpacking Route Planner South Thailand

  • Malaysia Budget -- What to consider in your Malaysia budget and collection of prices.

• Cheap Asia Flights -- A simple guide on understanding the secrets of how to find cheap flights for Asia and travel bankruptcy.

• Visa -- find out if you need a visa for Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and/or India. I will also guide you through the most popular border crossings.
  • Thailand Tourist Visa -- Visa on Arrival, Visa on the Run and Overstay

  • Cambodia Tourist Visa -- Visa on Arrival, Visa on the Run and Overstay

  • Laos Visa Requirements -- Visa on Arrival, Visa on the Run and Overstay

  • Visa for India -- Visa on Arrival, Visa on the Run and Overstay

  • Malaysia Visa

  • Border Crossings -- Where to cross the border, visa costs and what to look out for.
  
  
  
• Backpacking Packing List -- everything you need to know on how to pack, what to pack and lightweight backpacking.
  • Clothes, Acessories and Other Essentials -- Your complete list of clothing, accessories and essentials.

  • Footwear -- What footwear to pack, tips on how to find suitable footwear and how to break in shoes.

  • Gear and Electronics -- How to Find the Suitable Backpack and what items to leave at home.

  • Money and Travel Documents -- Your essential list to what documents to bring and money exchange tips.

  • Toiletries and Medical Supplies -- Your complete lists of toiletries and medical supplies.

  • How to pack -- How to Pack is as important as what you pack.

  • Lightweight Backpacking -- The secrets of lightweight backpacking.

  • Backpacking Backpacks -- Interview with a Backpack Expert on Osprey, Eagle Creek and Lowe packs.

  • Travel Cameras -- Interview with a Camera Expert on How to Choose a Digital Camera, about Canon and under water cameras.

  • Travel Guide Books -- How to Choose the Right Travel Guide Book for you.

  • Lonely Planet Thailand

• Cheap Backpackers Travel Insurance -- Read why you need a backpacking insurance and how to find the best insurance suitable for your backpacking trip.

• Backpacking Checklist -- This checklist is a MUST-READ! It will guide you through the most important things before departure. It`s even divided into a timeline. Print it out!

• Travel Health (Backpacking Tips 2) -- Your Health is priority number one when backpacking!
  • Vaccines -- Find out which vaccinations you need to take before leaving.

  • Backpacking Health: Food, Water and Hygiene -- Valuable tips on how to avoid food poisoning and diarrhoea.

  • Mosquito Advice -- Your step-by-step guide to avoiding nasty mosquito bites.

  • Sun Safety Tips -- Here`s how you can manage the heat and the sun in Asia.
  
  
  
• 36 Ways of Backpacking Cheap -- your simple guide to save money during your backpacking trip.

• Backpacking Safety -- Safety first!

• Money and Document Safety -- Here`s how you handle your money before and during the trip.
  • Passport Information -- Here are some tips on how to manage your passport.

• Potential Dangers in Asia -- What are the common potential dangers in Asia, and how do you handle them?

• The Kashmir Conflict -- A simple approach of the Kashmir conflict in Northern India, and tips for travelers who want to travel to the region.

• Terrorism in India

• Travelling Alone -- I`ve gathered all the useful tips I could come up with for solo travellers. The article is divided into solo travellers in Thailand, India, Cambodia and Laos.

• Culture Shock Guide -- Here`s how you ease the Culture Shock.

• Homesickness -- Missing your family? -- You can`t miss these useful tips!

• Jet Lag -- This is how you can minimize the jet lag.

• Ticket to Safe Backpacking -- Ebook on how to travel safely in Southeast Asia and India. Includes transportation safety, health safety, lists of scams in the region and much more.

• Map Your Adventure -- Ebook on how to create the perfect itinerary for Southeast Asia and India.

• Map Your Adventure Booklets -- Country and region ebooks on Southeast Asia, Thailand and India.

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Cambodia

• About Cambodia
  • Cambodia Culture

  • Cambodia History

• Phnom Penh -- Read about the capital of Cambodia.
  • Phnom Penh Accommodation -- Here are reviews of places to sleep in Phnom Penh.

  • Where to eat in Phnom Penh (Cambodia Food) -- Read about the amazing food at the restaurants.

  • Shopping in Phnom Penh -- Craving for some shopping? Here are your options for cheap shopping.

  • Phnom Penh Nightlife -- Party! Party Party!

  • S-21 -- Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum -- Read my review of Tuol Sleng -- where thousands of Khmer people were tortured.

  • Killing Fields of Cambodia -- Here`s even more of Cambodia`s dark history -- the Killing Fields where locals were executed.

  • Tiny Toones Organization in Phnom Penh (Khmer music) check out these ones!

• Battambang -- Battambang is still unspoiled. Discover the history behind the Killing Caves at Phnom Sampeau. This is your guide to where to sleep, where to eat, where to shop, Wat Banan, Cock Fights, Bamboo Train and Khmer Circus.
  • Killing Caves -- Read about the Killing Caves -- another Pol Pot massacre!

• Siem Reap -- Find out about the accommodation, restaurants, shopping, bars, Land Mine Museum, Kampong Phluk and the Angkor Park!

  • Gueshouses in Siem Reap -- Here are some of your choices in accommodation -- both cheap and mid-ranged!

  • Siem Reap Restaurants -- Find out where you can eat cheap, and where the good restaurants are.

  • Siem Reap Nightlife -- You will likely never get sober in Siem Reap -- there are just too many bars around this town!

  • Siem Reap Shopping -- Ready for shopping? Click here!

  • Land Mine Museum (Landmines in Cambodia) -- There are still mines in Cambodia -- killing people every day. Here`s how you can help the victims of Cambodia!

  • Kampong Phluk (Tours in Siem Reap 3) -- This is probably one of the few off-the-beaten-track must-do`s in Siem Reap.

  • Cambodian Art -- The dark and brutal history has left hope among the artists of Cambodia -- check out these ones!

  • Review of Koulen 2 Restaurant in Siem Reap (Apsara Restaurant)

  • Khmer History: Angkor National Museum

• Angkor Cambodia: General Tips on Angkor -- Here are some tips on how to make your Angkor experience memorable.

• Angkor Watt -- Angkor Wat is the most popular attraction of all the Angkor temples.

• Ta Prohm Temple -- The world noticed Ta Prohm through the lense of Hollywood. Read about this fascinating temple site.

• Banteay Srei -- The pink and beautiful temple of Angkor.

• Kbal Spean -- Kbal Spean is off-the-beaten-track and worth a visit. Watch the 1000 Lingas and take a bath in the waterfalls. This is the way of getting close to Cambodia`s wildlife and nature.

• Preah Khan -- Get trapped in nature`s labyrinth.

• Bayon -- Bas-reliefs depict the ancient history of Cambodia and hundreds of faces are staring at you.

• Sihanoukville Cambodia

• Sihanoukville Accommodation check out these ones!

• Sihanoukville (Cambodia Food 2) check out these ones!

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Laos

• About Laos (Laos Information) -- Facts about Laos

• Laos Culture -- Get to know the Laotian Culture.

• Hmong People -- Read about the exciting Hmong people

• Vientiane -- Read about the capital of Laos.
  • Accommodation -- Your options of cheap accommodation in Vientiane.

  • Where to eat (Vientiane restaurant) -- Lao food is remarkable! Find out where you can eat!

  • Vientiane Shopping -- Shop, shop, shop!

  • Vientiane Attractions -- Go sightseeing and discover Vientiane by your own!
  
  
  
• Luang Prabang Laos -- Welcome to beautiful and calm Luang Prabang. Find out where to sleep, where to sample great Lao food, where to shop, where to party, the Weaving Class, Phousy Mountain Tour, Ballet Theater and much more!

• Food in Luang Prabang (Laos Food 3)

• Vang Vieng -- City of Backpacker -- tubing, caving and wild wild parties!

• Food in Vang Vieng (Laos Food 4)

• Pakse -- Bolaven Plateau -- the destination for all backpackers who travel to Pakse.
• Pakse Food (Laos Food)

• Don Det (4000 Islands) -- 4000 Islands are the true wonder of Southern Laos. Find out more about the island of Don Det.

• Food in Don Det (Laos Food 2)

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Thailand

• About Thailand -- Read about the Thai culture and the Thai weather.
  • Thai Culture -- Update yourself with the local customs of Thailand.

  • Weather -- Here you will get average temperatures for Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Koh Chang, Koh Phi Phi, Krabi and the islands of Gulf of Thailand. Not to mention, the average water temperatures and the best time to dive and snorkel.

  • History of Thailand -- Thailand`s history boosts wars, massacres, military coups and political demonstrations -- is the Land of Smiles turning into chaos?

• Bangkok (Backpacking Thailand) -- Read tips for the crazy and busy capital of Thailand.
  • Bangkok Accomodation -- Need a place to sleep? Read my reviews of the guesthouses I stayed at in Bangkok.

  • Food in Bangkok (Food of Thailand) -- Get cheap Thai Food here!

  • Bangkok Night life -- Bangkok is the Mecca of parties, beers and go-do bars!

  • Bangkok Shopping -- Shop till you drop! Find out how much you should expect to pay and great places of cheap bargains!

  • What to do in Bangkok -- You can never get bored in Bangkok -- anything from cooking classes to snake farms!

• Chang Mai Thailand -- visit the beauty of Norhtern Thailand.
  • Chiang Mai Guesthouse -- Here are some of your options in cheap accommodation.

  • Chiang Mai Food -- Chiang Mai Food will leave your taste buds crazu and craving for more. Find out where you can eat in this lovely town.

  • Chiang Mai Nightlife -- Chiang Mai boosts with bars and clubs. Be part of the wild atmosphere!

  • Chiang Mai Shopping -- This town has it all -- from malls to markets. You can find anything here!

  • Chiang Mai Attractions and Activities -- Find out about your trekking options, and put on some good shoes to do the sightseeing by yourself!

  • Chiang Mai Tattoo and Beauty -- Read my review of the work of the tattoo professionals at Deja Vu Tattoo. I will even show my bare skin (not nude) to show you my tattoos. And before I forget, you will also read about where you can find the beauty parlors and dentists.

• Pai Thailand -- Hippy Pai has everything a backpacker can think of. Find out here!
  • What to Do in Pai -- From trekking to mediation retreats.

• Ko Phi Phi -- The beauty of the Phi Phi islands will hypnotize you. Get over here!

• Ko Chang Island -- The Island of Elephants: get tips on where to sleep, where to eat, where to party and what to do on this island. You will also get a peek in the small beauties of Koh Wai and Koh Mak.

• Koh Pha Ngan -- Wild Moon Parties and beautiful beaches are waiting for you!
  • Ready for the HALF Moon Party?

  • Full Moon Party Thailand?

  • Had Yao

  • Hadrin

  • Elephant Rides Thailand (Koh Phangan)

  • Muay Thai Fights in Koh Phangan

  • Heading for Thong Nai Pan Yai Beach and the parties there?

• Koh Tao (Thailand Beaches)
  • Koh Tao Accommodation (Thailand Budget Accommodation)

• Ao Nang (Krabi) -- The stop-over to Railey Peninsular and Phra Nang Beach.
  • Railey Peninsular and Phra Nang Beach (Beaches in Thailand) -- The backpacker spots! Visit the stunning beauty of Railey, go climbing here or just relax!

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  India

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• About India -- Interesting facts about India

• India Culture -- Get to know the Indian culture!

• Mumbai (Bombay) -- The busiest city of India.
  • Mumbai Accommodation -- Cheap accommodation in Mumbai is not a problem. Find out here!

  • Food in Mumbai (Food in India) -- Indian food is the best! Find out where you can eat.

  • Nightlife in Mumbai -- Bars and clubbing -- party in Mumbai!

  • Mumbai Shopping -- Discover the vast variety of shopping.

  • Attractions in Mumbai -- Here`s what you can do while you`re spending your time in Mumbai.

  • Mumbai Slums -- The slums are India's dark side. Experience Dharavi -- the biggest slum in Mumbai. I can promise you that it's more than just a slum.

• Jaipur
  • Jaipur accommodation -- The guesthouses in Pink City.

  • Jaipur shopping -- You`re gonna love the cheap shopping in Jaipur -- anything from retail shops to markets!

  • Jaipur Attractions -- read about the pearls of Jaipur: City Palace, Hawa Mahal, Jantar Mantar and Amber Fort. And before I forget -- astrology reading!

  • Where to find a Jaipur restaurant -- GRAB some excellent Rajasthani food!

• Palolem (Southern Goa)
  • Food in Palolem (India Food)

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  Malaysia

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  • About Malaysia (Malaysia Facts) -- Here are some interesting facts on Malaysia!

  • Malaysia Culture -- Learn the basic phrases in Bahasa Malay and the basic local customs!

  • History of Malaysia -- Here's everything you need to know about the history of Malaysia. I've gathered the most relevant and important sections of the country's history line.

  • Kuala Lumpur Malaysia -- Is Kuala Lumpur the New Bangkok? Find out!

  • Accommodation in Kuala Lumpur -- Read my personal tips and reviews of the hostels/guesthouses/"cheap" hotels I stayed at in Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur.

  • Where to eat in Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia food) -- Read about Malaysia Food and where to sample delicious dishes in Chinatown, Little India and the Golden Triangle.

  • Kuala Lumpur Nightlife -- Here are some choices for you!

  • Kuala Lumpur Shopping -- Read about the markets and malls in KL. You will get first hand prices and reviews!

  • Kuala Lumpur Activities -- Read about Masjid Negara, Islamic Arts Museum, Merdaka Square, where to get a massage and how much it costs and much more!

  • Malaysian Tattoo -- Find out here! And you'll also be reading about my tattoo experience at Tattoo City Art Studio in Kuala Lumpur.

  • The Perhentians -- The lovely islands are located on the Eastern coast of Malaysia, not far from the Thai border. The islands are Perhentian Kecil (small island) and Perhentian Besar (big island).

  • Where To Sleep on Perhentian Kecil (Long Beach -- Malaysia Accommodation) -- Get personal reviews & prices for Panorama Chalets and much more.

  • Where to eat on Perhentian Kecil (Malaysia Food 2) -- Here are the reviews of the restaurants we tried on Long Beach on Perhentian Kecil.

  • Activities on the Perhentians (Malaysia Islands) -- Review of the snorkeling around Besar and Kecil, useful info on diving, and other things to do in paradise! ;-)

  • Kota Kinabalu Sabah -- About KK in Sabah, Borneo and how to get there!

  • Where to sleep in KK (Malaysia Budget Accommodation) -- Personal reviews of the accommodations we tried in KK!

  • The Food and Alcohol in KK (Malaysia Food 3) -- Get personal tips on where to eat (because we actually have tried several places), prices for food, drinks and alcohol.

  • Semporna Sabah -- About Semporna in Sabah, Borneo and how to get there!

  • Where to sleep in Semporna (Malaysia budget accommodation 2) -- Review of Skuba Junkie Inn and tips on other accommodations in Semporna!

  • Food in Malaysia/Semporna -- Malaysian food on Borneo is just delicious! Read reviews and get prices!

  • Diving in Sabah -- Personal review of the Open-water diving course with Skuba Junkie!

  • Diving around Sipadan, Kapalai, Sibuan and Mabul (Malaysia Islands 2) -- Everything you need to know about these islands!

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  The Philippines

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  • Travel to Philippines
  • Culture of Philippines

  • Bohol Philippines and Alona Kew Beach

  • Bohol Island: Simply Butterflies Conservation Center

  • Bohol: Chocolate Hills

  • Mount Pinatubo

  • Bohol: Tarsier

  • Philippines Attractions: River Cruise on Loboc River

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  • Backpacking Tips Asia: About Me -- Read about the author and the creator of Backpacking Tips Asia.

  • Contact Me -- What`s on your mind? Fire away your questions, suggestions, comments and feedback!

  • Follow the Backpacker Blog -- My personal blog where I release updates on Backpacking Tips Asia, discuss relevant travel topics and a quick peek in future traveling plans!

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