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Southeast Asia has become one of the premier places for digital nomads thanks to the surge of remote working. Bali, Chiang Mai, and Da Nang, however, are becoming a more crowded place, and the price of rentals are also on the rise. This has led to a shift in where more and more professionals are choosing to live, as well …

Before departing for the airport, one of the first things travellers will do after arriving in Southeast Asia is purchase a SIM card. But, many experienced travelers have now started avoiding the airport kiosks as a result of uneconomical pricing, less package availability at the kiosks, and the hassle of standing in the big queues after their flight. Rather, region-wide …

The June 2026 Architect Licensure Examination is a significant milestone in the journey to become a full-fledged architect. You are not allowed to use the term “Architect”, sign architectural plans and practice under Philippine law without undergoing your initial registration with the Professional Regulation Commission. The LERIS Exam is used to process the registration process. Upon opening of registration for …

The Securities and Exchange Commission, which regulates the lending industry in the Philippines, just revoked the registration and operating license of Delisha Lending Investors and Trading Corp. The transfer has caused a lot of worry among people who use internet applications for their loans so as to obtain prompt cash. SEC revokes Delisha Lending registration for multiple violations https://t.co/DESRnXqFQC— CDN …

Overland travel is experiencing a comeback in Southeast Asia. Travelers have discovered the beauty of overnight trains and luxurious sleeper buses as more and more airports are becoming crowded and short-haul flights are becoming more stressful. Such trips can also cut down transportation costs and save the budgeted adventurer an additional night in the hotel, and therefore are wise trip …

Ho Chi Minh City is preparing for one of the biggest public transport initiatives in Southeast Asia. From July 1, 2026 travellers will be able to journey for free by bus on 134 intra-city routes throughout the City. Authorities hope the fare exemption program will help lower congestion, encourage rides on public transit and spur a change in transit. The …

The laptop-lifestyle community has long considered Southeast Asia to be its holy grail. Traditionally, digital nomads have gone to sunset beach clubs in Bali or the large resort beaches in Phuket. However, the truth is the 2026 crowds are here, the traffic is terrible and the prices are soaring locally. When you’re looking for the best tropical lifestyle without overspending …

For remote workers, freelancers and digital entrepreneurs, receiving international payments can be a hassle. With traditional banking systems, foreign exchange rates can be high, there can be hidden fees, slow transfers which impacts the overall profitability. However, in many instances, workers end up losing up to 5% of their income due to mishandled exchange rates and banking charges. There are …

Phuket Thailand and Kuta in Bali were some of the destinations sought after for many years on Southeast Asian travel bucket lists. Nowadays, however, many travellers are stuck in lengthy traffic jams, overcrowded beaches and the touristy yet commercial, feel-good attractions. This “Silent Travel” trend, also dubbed “Raw Geography,” is an invitation to explorers to explore beyond throngs of tourists …

Southeast Asian cross-border commuters are more numerous than ever. From traveling across the Johor-Singapore border for some weekend shopping in Malaysia to some quick time flying to Bangkok for work, it’s easy to get caught up in a mountain of currency management. While traditional bank credit cards have the potential of imposing a foreign transaction fee of 3.25% on your …