Dive head first into exotic culture, delicious street food, and breathtaking tropical beaches. Trade your snow shovels for flip-flops as you embark on an incredibly unique winter-long adventure through Southeast Asia.
Part 1: Thailand
Starting in Thailand, tour Bangkok’s exotic temples by day and vibrant street food scene by night. Go scuba diving in the world-class Similan Islands before indulging your senses in Phuket’s vibrant night markets. From there, go into chill-down mode and relax on Thailand’s world-famous islands. Relax on the beach and go island hopping through Koh Phi Phi and Krabi. There’s more diving, as well as a sunset booze cruise and a very special private longtail boat tour through Krabi’s Than Bok Khorani National Park.
Episodes, Shorts, and Videos
- Explore Bangkok’s Iconic Temples
- Bangkok’s Phenomenal New Year’s Fireworks
- Ayutthaya: A Glimpse into Thailand’s Fascinating History
- Bangkok by Night: Tuk-Tuk from Downtown to Chinatown
- Similan Islands Scuba Diving: Koh Tachai and Koh Bon
- James Bond Island Tour: Khao Lak to Phuket
- Phuket: The Stunning Beaches and Viewpoints of Kata Noi
- Koh Bida: Scuba Diving the Phi Phi Islands
- Koh Phi Phi: Island Hopping Through Thailand’s Island Paradise
- Krabi: From Breathtaking Beaches to Exotic Jungles
- Chiang Mai: The Old Town Temples
- Live Like a Local Challenge: Bangkok’s Bustling Markets
- Live Like a Local Challenge: A Morning Walk Through Bangkok Noi
- Live Like a Local Challenge: Drinks on a Plane
- Celebrate Chinese New Year on Bangkok’s Iconic Yaowarat Road
Part 2: Malaysia and Vietnam
What makes this adventure truly unique is when we split off to spend the second half of the trip traveling solo. Timed to the Chinese New Year, we double team Southeast Asia to experience the decorations and festivities in three countries in as many days. After a night touring Bangkok’s Chinatown, Matt travels to Malaysia to soak in the national holiday in the world’s most fascinating melting pot: Kuala Lumpur. At the same time, Dani heads to Vietnam for the weeklong Tet holiday, full of lanterns, dancing, and celebration.
But there’s so much more to both Malaysia and Vietnam than just the Chinese New Year. After a memorable five days in Kuala Lumpur, chill out and become a beach bum with Matt on the islands of Langkawi and Penang. Can he find the origins of one of our favorite dishes, Penang Curry? But if that pace is too slow, Dani searches out some of the most breathtaking landscapes and scenery in Vietnam, including the beautiful misty mountains of Sapa. End the trip in epic fashion as we reunite back in Krabi for the grand finale.
Episodes, Shorts, and Videos
- Into the Temples: Chinese New Year in Kuala Lumpur
- Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia’s Fascinating Melting Pot
- Jalan Alor: Kuala Lumpur’s World-Famous Street Food Paradise
- Perdana Botanical Gardens: Malaysia’s Iconic National Flowers
- Langkawi: Malaysia’s Duty Free Island Paradise
- Ngopi Pantai: The Most Relaxing Beachside Cafe in the World
- Penang: The Beaches of Tanjung Bungah
- Penang: Uncovering the Origins of Penang Curry
- Fireworks and Fireshows: End of Chinese New Year Celebrations on Penang
- Railay Beach: The Krabi Grand Finale
Get Even More Southeast Asia Content
Because this trip was so special for both of us, we’re doing things a little differently. In addition to the travel videos you’re accustomed to, we’ll also be publishing a one-of-a-kind series of video shorts, photo essays, and blog posts to accompany them. You can already catch some sneak preview video shorts on our YouTube channel. Stay tuned for the rest, coming later in 2024.