Farming has never been my strongest suit, having been a city boy most of my life. When you live in a city like mine, the only nature you ever get to see comes from your science books, the internet, the parks near your home, or the sickly tree planted on the sidewalk as the local… Continue reading WWOOFING in Southeast Asia: Top 5 Countries for Your WWOOF Adventure
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Exploring Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam’s Storied, Pulsating Capital
Vietnam conjures up harrowing images of war and demonstrations. At a young age, I already had a rough sketch not only of the brutal conflict in Indochina, but also the one waged at home. Naturally, as the big history buff that I am, I find myself booking a flight to Ho Chi Minh, with the… Continue reading Exploring Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam’s Storied, Pulsating Capital
Meeting Borneo’s Enigmatic Orangutans
On a solo trip to Kota Kinabalu, I met Sarah, a middle-aged woman who dedicated her entire life to the conservation of orangutans. She’s no primatologist, nor does she see herself as an eco-warrior of some sort. Deeply fascinated, I asked, “What made you decide this is what you want to do?” I expected to… Continue reading Meeting Borneo’s Enigmatic Orangutans
Eco-touring West Malaysia: 5 Forest Reserves to Visit
The vast majority of West Malaysia is a tranquil tropical rainforest, far removed from the frenzy and anxieties that beset city life. Picture a cozy cabin suspended by wooden stilts, intertwined into an understory of saplings, palms, and mangrove. Native groundcovers fringe the damp trail, inching to reclaim lost ground. A hanging bridge weaves through… Continue reading Eco-touring West Malaysia: 5 Forest Reserves to Visit
Chasing Waterfalls in North Bali
Imagine golden sunrises, misty unpaved roads, and lushly forested trails that lead to a mystical waterfall. Even for a top tourist destination, Bali still offers plenty of surprises. If you’re not one for crowds and seek a quiet but adventure-packed, off-the-beaten-path experience, head up to North Bali’s central, highland region. A Step Back in Time… Continue reading Chasing Waterfalls in North Bali