This post was written by BMTM’s Malaysia-based writer, Ashley Yap. Two beautiful tropical paradises stand before you, but you only have time for a vacation in one country… So, between Indonesia and Thailand, which should you choose? I was born and raised in Malaysia, which is sandwiched between Indonesia and Thailand, each just a quick […]
Top 11 Best Hotels for a Honeymoon in Bora Bora
Pillowy-soft white sand and turquoise waters make Bora Bora one of the most Instagrammable honeymoon destinations in the world, but there’s more to it than that. While most newlyweds come for the overwater bungalows, many find that there’s more than meets the eye here. This island in French Polynesia has a strong cultural identity that […]
Tiger’s Nest Hiking Guide (2023)
Time check: 6am. I looked up from our glamping tent in Paro, and there it was, the most defining image of Bhutan, The Tiger’s Nest, looking right back at me from above. It was our second-to-last day in the country, and we were getting ready to hike to the monastery, the cherry on top of […]
Best Hotels and Lodges in Bhutan (2023)
This post was written by Ashley Yap, BMTM’s Malaysia-based writer. Planning a trip to Bhutan is an exciting endeavor. After all, you are traveling to one of the most unique countries in the world, in terms of history, culture, policies, and things to do. On all my trips, I love a good mix of guesthouses […]
How Much It Costs to Travel Bhutan in 2023 (and How to Save Money)
This post was written by Ashley Yap, BMTM’s Malaysia-based writer. With the push for sustainable tourism in Bhutan comes a “high-value, low-impact” strategy, a controversial policy by the government to promote “carbon-neutral tourism while building a more sustainable tourism sector.” Bhutan introduced its new daily sustainable development fee (SDF) in September 2022, which shocked the […]