Chiang Mai on foot: an itinerary to discover the city differently
Explore Chiang Mai on foot with this itinerary: ancient temples, quiet streets and the unique atmosphere of northern Thailand await you.
Wat Rong Khun: the unmissable white temple of Chiang Rai
An essential symbol of Chiang Rai, Wat Rong Khun, better known as the White Temple, fascinates as much for its aesthetics as for its symbolism. But what is the story behind this
Phuket Town: Urban Escape in the Colorful Old Town
Phuket Town, the main town on the island of the same name, is often overlooked in favor of beaches and other more well-known attractions. Yet with its colorful facades and interesting history, Phuket Town
Jim Thompson's House: Art and Serenity in the Heart of Bangkok
Jim Thompson House is a collection of traditional Thai houses that have become a museum in the heart of what is now Bangkok's commercial district.
Macao: what to do in 1 and a half days in its historic center?
From its colonial alleyways to its casinos, Macau is full of surprises. Here's my itinerary for discovering the highlights of its historic center in a day and a half.
Hong Kong: from Nan Lian Gardens to Che Kung Temple
Stroll through the superb Nan Lian garden, a visit to the Chi Lin convent is inseparable. Then a moment of prayer and good fortune at the Che Kung temple.
Hong Kong in 5 days: itinerary for a first discovery
5 days to discover Hong Kong, that's what we had available during this first stay in this special administrative region of China, enough to see the essentials even if
Luang Prabang: a unique blend of Lao culture and French influence
Located in the north of Laos, at the confluence of the Mekong and the Nam Khan rivers, Luang Prabang (which can also be seen as Louang Prabang), remains the most popular destination
Lampang: between old charm and tranquility on the road to Chiang Mai
Lampang is an ancient city in northern Thailand, part of the ancient Lanna kingdom and capital of the province of the same name.
Kudee Jin: Bangkok's Little-Known Sino-Portuguese Neighborhood
Kudee Jin, pronounced Koudi Tchinne in good French (also spelled Kudi Jin, Kudee Chin or Kudi Jeen), is a community located on the right bank of the Chao Phraya,
What to see in Lopburi? A historic town… with monkeys
Lopburi, a historic town less than 3 hours from Bangkok, is known for being home to a colony of monkeys around an old Khmer temple, the Phra Prang Sam Yod.
Dong Van: discovery of the palace of the Hmong “king” and short motorbike loop
I was telling you the other time about a palace of a local Hmong "king" in Bac Ha. I was surprised to see that there was also another local "king" (in any case, a
What to do in Singapore? Between nature and the urban jungle
Discover Singapore in all its facets: iconic neighborhoods, lush tropical nature, cultural and modern activities. An unforgettable getaway to this unique city-state
A day in Mawlamyine, the first capital of British Burma
With less than 24 hours in Mawlamyine, here's an idea for a walking tour of the former capital of British Burma, with its old-world charm and old-world atmosphere.
Savannakhet: what to visit in this little-known city of Laos
To complement the article on "getting your visa for Thailand in Savannakhet", here is what you can visit in the city of Savannakhet. As I mentioned in the previous article, many
Stopover in Dubai: an eventful day between visits and shocks
So as we were leaving Sri Lanka, I was heading towards France and had planned to stop for a day in Dubai (flying with Emirates) to visit the city. And
Visit the essentials of Malacca in one day
A day in Malacca: a quick itinerary to discover the highlights of this historic Malaysian city, from its colonial heritage to its bustling streets.
Discovery of the Borobudur temple, Buddhist jewel of Java
At the start of our 4th day, after a previous one that was a bit depressing because of the capricious weather, we got up around 5am to open the temple of
Rainy visit to the imperial tombs of Hue
Rainy days in Hue... A look back at a visit to the Imperial Tombs, the jewels of central Vietnam, between raindrops and regrets.