Trip Reports

Boracay delivers high-end convenience and predictable luxury with minimal friction. Palawan (specifically El Nido and Coron) offers world-class raw beauty but demands a significant investment of travel time and discomfort to access. …

Quick Summary The verdict on Lombok vs. Bali: If you want to experience what Bali was like years ago, before the massive crowds, choose Lombok. Located just east of Bali, this Indonesian …

Quick Summary The verdict on the gili islands: Choose Gili Trawangan for socializing and nightlife, Gili Meno for romantic seclusion, and Gili Air for the perfect balance of both. Think of them …

Quick Summary of my Asia Travel Itinerary Includes a full breakdown of how I booked business class flights and luxury hotels using points and miles. Asia travel itinerary route overview covering Indonesia, …

Quick Summary 18 days • ~5,000 km • South Africa → Botswana → Namibia → South Africa. This review of my trip shows the exact route, daily stops, logistics, and pro tips …

Cape Town: Quick Summary for the Strategic Traveler For those short on time, here’s the essential data: Cape Town (South Africa) is a world-class city defined by its dramatic natural setting. Prioritize …

Beaverlac Camp: Quick Summary for a Weekend Escape Here’s the essential data: Beaverlac Camp (South Africa) is a rustic, back-to-basics campsite in the Cederberg mountains, about two hours from Cape Town. Its …

Skilpad Restcamp: Quick Summary Here’s the essential intel: Skilpad Restcamp (Namaqua NP, South Africa) is the main, and only, formal chalet accommodation inside the most famous section of Namaqua National Park. It …

Ai-Ais Campsite: Quick Summary For those short on time, here’s the bottom line: The Ai-Ais Campsite (Fish River Canyon, Namibia) is a large, resort-style campground run by Namibia Wildlife Resorts (NWR) at …

Quick Summary: Your Klein-Aus Vista Plan From a systems-planning perspective, Klein-Aus Vista Desert Horse Campsite, Namibia is the undisputed operational base for exploring the Aus, Lüderitz, and Kolmanskop region. It’s a beautifully …