Introduction To Tokyo Tokyo is Japan’s very large capital city, home to over 14 million people, making it the largest city in Japan. The city of Tokyo covers a large area divided into 23 Special Wards, islands, and bordering neighbourhoods. …
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THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN LUANG PRABANG, LAOS
Flying into Luang Prabang in Laos is breathtaking. All you can see is mountains for miles and miles, and you can’t even spot the little town until you are a few meters above the airport. Visiting this unique town several…
THE ULTIMATE SEOUL CITY GUIDE
It’s so easy to fall in love with Seoul, South Korea’s bustling and vibrant capital city. Here you’ll find not only a historical and traditional glimpse into Korea’s past but also an endless to-do list of modern and uniquely Korean…
9 THINGS TO DO IN NINH BINH, VIETNAM
Approximately 60 miles southeast of the historic Vietnamese city of Hanoi lies the Ninh Binh Province. A stunning landscape littered with massive rainforest-covered islands that loom above emerald rice-paddies. Going by the same name, Ninh Binh itself is the capital…
DONSOL, PHILIPPINES: THE RESPONSIBLE WAY TO SWIM WITH WHALE SHARKS
I first swam with whales sharks off the island of Holbox, Mexico several years ago and had an amazing and ethical experience. When I began planning my trip to the Philippines, I knew I wanted to swim with whale sharks…
A GUIDE TO VISITING KAWASAN FALLS, PHILIPPINES
Kawasan falls are located in the south of the island of Cebu in the Philippines. This series of beautiful waterfalls with a mystical blue / turquoise colour should most certainly be on your itinerary in the Philippines! Why Is The…
9 UNFORGETTABLE THINGS TO DO IN VIETNAM
Even though the paths and trails around Vietnam are well beaten by thousands of international visitors who come here every year, it is still an exhilarating country to visit. Diverse natural beauty, dynamic cities, vibrant streets lined with delicious food…
A COMPLETE GUIDE TO THAILAND’S SONGKRAN WATER FESTIVAL
Right at the top of the Southeast Asia bucket list for many travellers is to experience the sheer joy of getting wet at the Songkran Water Festival in Thailand. In this guide we share everything you need to know to…
TEA, STRAWBERRIES AND STEAMBOATS AT THE CAMERON HIGHLANDS RESORT
The Cameron Highlands is an easy 3 hour bus journey from Kuala Lumpur. Known for its beautiful rolling hills, cooler temperatures, and wonderful tea plantations, the Cameron Highlands is a wonderful change of pace from Kuala Lumpur. When I started…
12 THINGS TO DO IN THE CAMERON HIGHLANDS, MALAYSIA
The Cameron Highlands in Malaysia is often overlooked in favour of the beach resorts on the coasts. But missing this area would be a mistake. Reminiscent of the English countryside, with mock Tudor houses, afternoon teas, and lush green rolling…
12 TRAVEL TIPS FOR VISITING THE PHILIPPINES
I recently visited the Philippines for a two week trip around a number of the islands. The Philippines had been high on my bucket list for a few years and I had extremely high expectations for the country. Whilst I…
CHARITIES WE LOVE: PHNOM PENH ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY (PPAWS)
Charities We Love is a monthly series featuring inspirational charities from around the world. At We Are Travel Girls we care about giving back and hope this series will help our readers learn about charities and non-profit organizations that are…