The Travellers Guide to Stray Asia

  When you’re over a thousand miles away from home it can be difficult to feel comfortable in new environments.   Not knowing the language, the landmarks, the people, where to eat or what to do can quickly become overwhelming. In these moments it is easy to feel home sick and wish you were back to where you think you belong. I certainly felt that a few times when I travelled South East Asia with Stray and even contemplated going back to England early. However, I was lucky enough to across some beautiful towns and cities that put me to ease and made me feel right at home. These places will always be special to me as I felt like I made a connection with them, and if I could have it my way these are 5 towns and cities where I would like to live. 1.       Bangkok – Thailand This behemoth of a city often receives a bad reputation, undeservedly in my opinion. Often perceived as loud and chaotic, my experience of the capital city of Thailand was v...

  If you've found this blog, I’m guessing you might be interested in travelling around South East Asia... If not, then I’m afraid you're in the wrong place.  This blog is the go-to place for all Stray Travel-ers to share their experience of travelling one of the greatest, most vibrant places on the globe, South East Asia.  Through amazing stories, and sage advice from people who have been on (and off) the beaten track, this blog will inform seasoned travellers and encourage fresh explorers alike.  Every person who contributes to this blog has either travelled South East Asia or has worked for Stray, and in some cases both. So you can be sure that all advice on this blog is genuine.  So, if having first hand knowledge to questions such as "where will I stay?" or, "What is there to do?" is helpful to you, then you might as well and just add this blog to your bookmarks now. The below will cover the basics of what you can expect to undergo with Stray Travel, ma...