Alex, Author At Adventure To Every Country

A Mongolian nomad wearing a hat rides his horse through the green hills of the countryside

What to Expect When You Stay With Mongolian Nomads

ByAlex July 7, 2024July 7, 2024

Find out how to stay with Mongolian nomad families, how much it costs, and what to expect during this magical experience.

Tsum - a ritual dance with roots in Tibetan Buddhism where performers wear colourful clothing and masks to ward off evil spirits

Asia | Destinations | Mongolia

Best Things to do in Ulaanbaatar

ByAlex June 28, 2024July 7, 2024 July 7, 2024

Check out the highlights of Ulaanbaatar, including Mongolian cultural performances and Gandantegchinlen Buddhist Monastery.

Three Mongolian gers in the countryside with the green hills of Mongolia behind them

Asia | Destinations | Mongolia

Is Mongolia Cheap for Tourists?

ByAlex June 25, 2024July 7, 2024 July 7, 2024

Mongolia is cheap for tourists who plan in advance, split costs with others and have a lot of time in the country. It can otherwise be costly.

Colourful buildings in Mostar, Bosnia Herzegovina, with the mountains in the background just beneath the bright blue skies

Yugoslavia Travel: Ranking the 7 Modern Countries of the SFRY

ByAlex May 4, 2024May 4, 2024

I’ve been to all 7 countries which made up the former Yugoslavia. Here I rank them and briefly summarise what to do in each.

Riots in Santiago, Chile. You can see 9 police officers in riot gear facing forwards, all in green uniform, some with riot shields and batons. A 10th man stands with his back to the camera whilst a police dog roams around the road. A large water cannon is going off in the background.

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My Worst Travel Experiences: Horror Stories From 72 Countries

ByAlex May 1, 2024May 1, 2024

The side of life on the road influencers won’t show you… Some of my worst travel experiences include a mugging attempt, avoiding arrest and more.

Four small stone Buddha statues on a rock at Daegu's Donghwasa Temple, one of the most enjoyable places for solo travel in South Korea

Asia | Destinations | South Korea

An Expat’s Guide to Solo Travel in South Korea

ByAlex April 28, 2024January 26, 2025 January 26, 2025

Find out everything you need to know about solo travel in South Korea from an expat spending a year here and extensively exploring the country alone.

Green bushes and purple flowers with a white bench in front and several white parasols in the background. A sign on the left says "Seoul my soul".

Asia | Destinations | South Korea

When is the Best Time to Visit South Korea?

ByAlex April 26, 2024January 25, 2025 January 25, 2025

The best month to visit South Korea is April (warm weather + cherry blossom season). An expat explains the highlights and lowlights of each month here.

Three mechanical brown cows eating hay outside Cheese Industry in Ikseondong Hanok Village

Asia | Destinations | South Korea

A Guide to Visiting Ikseon-dong Hanok Village in 2025

ByAlex April 16, 2024July 29, 2024 July 29, 2024

The best things to do in Ikseon-dong Hanok Village include going to a shooting range, a photobooth and a cheese factory.

The Golden Maitreya Buddha Statue standing between the Gate of Four Heavenly Kings (left) and Hall of the Eight Snapshots of the Buddha's Life (right)

Asia | Destinations | South Korea

A Tourist’s Guide to Visiting Beopjusa Temple

ByAlex April 9, 2024February 1, 2025 February 1, 2025

All you need to know before visiting Beopjusa Temple, a key site for Korean Buddhism.

History, costs, opening hours, facilities, bus info and more.

A yellow bridge that crosses over green trees and sits below artificial purple trees in Singapore's Gardens by the Bay

Safest Southeast Asian Countries to Visit in 2025

ByAlex April 6, 2024July 22, 2024 July 22, 2024

The safest Southeast Asian countries to visit in 2025 are Singapore, Brunei, Malaysia, Vietnam and Cambodia.