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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 …

Unexpectedly receiving a large electric, transport, or home bill can be a huge stress. The government has responded to the worldwide economic shock of the Middle East crisis on prices with a timely financial cushion. The Pag-IBIG SAFE Loan online application is an innovative emergency relief facility that will help Filipino workers to cope with the increasing cost of living …

Despite its popularity, Bali is not cheap anymore, the streets are also crowded there and the food is becoming more and more commercial. Looking for real deals and a more exotic experience, travelers have started to branch out from Bali’s bustling tourist scene to those lesser-known cities that offer surprisingly great food at reasonable rates. In Southeast Asia you will …

Do you miss tropical vacations but wish you didn’t have to endure the heat of the tourist crowds at Kelingking Beach, Bali, or Phuket, Thailand? You are not alone. With the booming world travel, the pure paradoxes of this kind are becoming the overcrowded parking lot. Luckily, there’s a huge slow travel revolution that’s taking place. Visitors are moving towards …

Finding the perfect tropical workspace, or a budget-friendly escape, can be kinda hard when Southeast Asia’s “headline” islands all sell the same kind of paradise. Since remote work trends have started to steady out, the real question between Phuket, Bali, and Langkawi usually becomes this: daily spend, internet dependability, and visa logistics, in that order… mostly. Each island has been …

In August it can be quite hard to decide between Bali and Thailand. Stunning beaches, rich culture and immersive experiences are available in both locations, but the ultimate deciding factor is weather and bang for your buck. Since August comes at a different time of year in Bali compared to Thailand, it is important to make sure this is taken …