It was a swelteringly hot day in Northern Thailand, and yet here I was, battling through a miniature jungle to go stand over an open flame for the next four hours. I'd booked into a vegan cooking class in Chiang Mai, and was finally, hopefully, about to find out why...

We've all been there, right? Standing over an empty suitcase, wishing you were Sabrina the Teenage Witch, and could just magic the perfect things together for your trip. It's hard enough trying to make sure you pack lightly enough, but not so lightly that you're washing underwear in the hotel...

For someone as obsessed with travel as I am, you'd think I'd be better at getting all the "need to know" stuff down pat before I go. I've got a Notion page for every trip: I plot out my itineraries, I make my packing lists, I've researched every vegan restaurant,...

If you've already read my guide to Vegan-Friendly Ryokans in Hakone, you'll already know that you can get a great, multi-course plant based feast in your guesthouse. But if you're only in Hakone for the day, or you're skipping the ryokan and experiencing the onsen town on a budget, you'll...

Japan is an incredible country, with so much to offer. From the bright lights of Tokyo, the serene temples of Kyoto, the late night convenience store runs, and the iconic Shinkansen that spirits you across the country with speed and efficiency that would make even Germany jealous. Seriously, for an...

The Quest for Vegan Ramen Ramen is the ultimate comfort food. From the hot, nourishing broth to the indulgent noodles and rich toppings, it's a culinary experience you can't miss, especially if you're visiting Japan. However, for vegans and vegetarians planning a trip to Japan, the fish stoke and bone...

Down a dark alley in Tokyo's quiet Jiyugaoka neighbourhood I had the most creative meal of my life. Saido restaurant is voted one of the best vegan restaurants in the world on Happy Cow, and for good reason. The chef, Kusumoto Katsumi, opened his restaurant in 2018 after spending years...

If you've ended up here, you're probably planning your Shimanami Kaido adventure and frankly, I'm pretty envious of you. I've put together the ideal two-day Shimanami Kaido itinerary, based on personal experience and what I've learned since. While it's possible to complete the entire route in a day, it means...

Introduction: Why Take the Sleeper Train? Taking the sleeper train in Thailand is a bit of a rite of passage for travellers in the country. Every year, millions of people use Thailand’s rail network, not just to get from A to B, but as part of the journey itself. When...

Introduction Ao Nang was my final stop on an almost month-long trip through Uzbekistan and Thailand. With a new job waiting for me back in London, I wanted my last few days to be calm and low-key. I’m not very good at relaxing - two weeks on a beach sounds...