Boasting access to multiple rivers and a surprising amount of international borders, Iquitos is the gateway to the Amazon. It sits on the Great Plains of the Amazon Basin, which is fed by the Nanay, Amazon and Itaya rivers. These waterways provide access to the Brazilian, Colombian and eventually the Ecuadorian border. This strategic location […]
Out of all the gorgeous features of the jungle, none are more prominent than Tingo Maria’s never-ending selection of waterfalls. Thanks to the abundant rainfall, the entire lush jungle area around Tingo Maria is teeming with waterfalls. There are literally too many to visit in one trip, but a few manage to stand out. From […]
Even though the amount of waterfalls and attractions are abundant, not all of Tingo Maria’s landmarks are above the surface. The jungle surrounding Tingo Maria is filled with enough caves to satisfy anyone who craves adventure. From the limestone mountains of the Bella Durmiente to the hills in the jungle, the entire area is filled […]
On top of being tucked away in the center of Peru, Tingo Maria is emerging from a dark history of terrorism. Back in the 80’s and early 90’s, the entire area was under control of the infamous Sendero Luminosos. At first this rogue terrorist group gained the community’s support by publicly hanging thieves and rapists. […]
Out of all the places to visit in Peru, none are more overlooked than Tingo Maria. This isn’t an accident, since even after decades of improvements in transportation this area remains surprisingly remote. Due to the heavy rains and jungle fog, flights to Tingo Maria are scarce. This lack of areal opportunities forces visitors to […]
Despite being rocked by alarming police scandals, Pai remains one of the most visited towns in Northern Thailand. Situated on the highway to Mae Hong Son, this picturesque town lies on the lush banks of the Pai River. From being surrounded by gorgeous jungle attractions to boasting a laid back vibe, Pai’s charm is impossible […]
Even though it doesn’t look the part, Chiang Rai is one of the most important cities in Northern Thailand. This is due to the fact that it’s the gateway between people crossing the Burmese border in Mae Sai and the rest of Thailand. Despite appearing like another sleepy jungle city, Chiang Rai has a surprisingly […]
Out of all the Buddhist countries in the world, none have a more robust selection of temples than Thailand. This isn’t surprising, since this Southeastern country has the second highest Buddhist population ratio after Cambodia. Boasting over 64.4 million Buddhists, over 93% of Thailand’s population follows this exotic religion. While this pales in comparison to […]
When visiting Thailand, it’s impossible not to stop by Chiang Mai. Boasting a robust population of one million residents in its metropolitan area, Chiang Mai is the largest city in Northern Thailand. Due to its strategic position on key trading points and the Ping River, it’s the second most influential Thai city after Bangkok. This […]
Out of the 7,000 plus islands in the Philippines, none are more enchanting than Siargao. Thanks to its killer waves, this tear-shaped island is an international surfing destination. Located 800 km South-East of Manila, Siargao is the highlight of the Mindanao islands. Boasting a robust population of 100,000 residents and multiple municipalities, Siargao offers the […]