Destinations
Asia
Ancient cities, electric skylines, Silk Road history, and journeys that constantly shift between old and new.
Asia is where some of my most memorable trips have moved between completely different worlds in a single journey: futuristic skylines, ancient water towns, mountain landscapes, temples, and Silk Road history. These guides focus on practical itineraries, transport, day trips, and the experiences that made places like China and Central Asia especially rewarding to explore.
Explore Asia
China
6 guidesElectric megacities, ancient water towns, misty mountains, and a country where every journey reveals another layer.
Qatar
2 guidesModern skylines, lively souqs, waterfront evenings, and a compact Gulf country that turns even a short stop into an adventure.
Uzbekistan
1 guideSilk Road cities, turquoise domes, desert fortresses, and ancient streets made for an unforgettable journey through Central Asia.
Latest guides from Asia
Tianmen Cave: 999 Steps, Tickets & What to Know
Taking on Tianmen Mountain’s famous 999 Steps? Find out which route to take, how tickets work, what weather matters and what to expect at Heaven’s Gate.
Furong Town, China: The Waterfall Village Near Zhangjiajie
Is Furong Town worth the trip from Zhangjiajie? Here’s how to get there, what the waterfall is really like, when to visit and why staying after dark matters.
One Day in Hangzhou: West Lake, Tea & Temples from Shanghai
Only a short train ride from Shanghai, Hangzhou combines West Lake, Lingyin Temple, Longjing tea and historic streets into an easy city break or day trip.
My 4-Day Shanghai Itinerary: City Highlights & Water Towns
Four days in Shanghai, from the Bund and Yu Garden to Zhujiajiao, Tongli and Suzhou. This is the first-time itinerary I’d actually recommend.
Tongli Water Town & Suzhou: A Day Trip from Shanghai
Is Tongli worth the trip from Shanghai? This guide covers how to get there, ticket costs, Tuisi Garden, canal boats and how to combine Tongli with Suzhou.
Zhujiajiao Water Town: An Easy Day Trip from Shanghai
Zhujiajiao is one of Shanghai’s easiest water-town escapes. Here’s how to reach it by metro, what’s free, what to see and whether a half day is enough.
Uzbekistan in 8 Days: The Best Route for Independent Travelers
An independent 8-day Uzbekistan itinerary linking Tashkent, Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva, with transport, hotels and practical advice for planning the route yourself.
Qatar Airways Qsuite: My Review After 3 Flights
I flew Qatar Airways Qsuite on several routes. Here’s what the seat, privacy, bed, food and service are really like—and where the experience genuinely excels.
24 Hours in Doha: A Layover Itinerary from the Airport
Have a long layover in Doha? This 24-hour guide shows how much of the city you can realistically see, where to go and how to structure your stopover.