THE OVERTHINKER'S PASSPORT
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Hi, I'm Carolin
A passionate travel expert born and raised in Germany. In 2014, I traded my 9 to 5 life for a global adventure and bought a one-way ticket to Thailand. I've been exploring the world full-time ever since. I currently call the stunning Gold Coast, Australia, my soul home.
Having lived in 5 different countries, I love sharing my insider tips, uncovering hidden gems, and offering advice on the best places to stay and things to do.
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The Most Popular Southeast Asia Backpacking Route! See the Highlights, Meet Travel Buddies & Save Money on Hostels, Food & Transport!
Some of my favorites are Ko Samet, Ko Taruato, Ko Lanta, Ko Chang, Ko Tao, Ko Jum, Ko Lipe, Ko Samui, and the Similan Islands. You could easily spend weeks (or …
This guide is pretty extensive and includes details about everything you need to know about the best Asia travel route, including a thorough itinerary of each country/city plus …
When planning your Southeast Asia backpacking route, you need to think of what’s best for you. In our opinion, this is a great itinerary to follow, as we’ve encountered what …
My full travel guide to backpacking through Indonesia, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam & Cambodia. Hike, swim, scuba and climb through some of Southeast Asia's best-kept secrets.
This 3 month Southeast Asia itinerary covers 8 countries, the best route to take, how long to spend in each place, & the must-see attractions.
Across 3 months you can smash out the absolute best of South East Asia, including visiting Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia leaving no stone unturned! Here's our rough 3 month itinerary recommendation: Week 1: Fly …
Backpacking Southeast Asia Travel Guide (Budget Tips • 2024) For many travellers, backpacking Southeast Asia is the ultimate highlight of their backpacking adventures. If you are coming from Western civilisation, exploring …
Table of Contents. Best countries and places in Southeast Asia. 1. Three week Southeast Asia itinerary for first-timers: Thailand – Cambodia – Vietnam. 2. Three week Southeast Asia itinerary for couples: Singapore – …