Why You Need to Know Chinese Basic Words and Phrases If you’re going to travel in China, then you really need to learn a few common Chinese phrases. I speak from experience when I say that traveling in China without knowing at least some basic Chinese words and sentences is…
Guest article by Amy Blyth of London Vegan Diaries and Our Big Fat Travel Adventure. Looking for a way to help stray dogs in Thailand? A number of dog shelters and rescue projects operate throughout the Land of Smiles. You can find them everywhere from the forested north of the…
Guest article by MR Maximo.Vegan Philippines Travel and Dining GuideThe Philippines is an archipelago known for its amazing beaches, fantastic diving and friendly locals. It’s a tropical paradise like no other. But what’s it like to be a vegan in the Philippines?Let’s start with a quick introduction to Filipino cuisine.…
Co-authored by Brighde Reed and Wendy Werneth.Bhutan Vegetarian and Vegan GuideIs Bhutan a vegetarian or vegan-friendly destination? Most people don’t know that much about Bhutan, and they certainly don’t know much about Bhutanese cuisine.Admittedly, I have not yet been to Bhutan myself, although it’s a place I’ve been wanting to…
How to See the Best of Taichung: a 1 or 2-Day Taichung ItineraryIn this Taichung travel guide, I’ve included my suggested 1-day Taichung itinerary and 2-day Taichung itinerary, with travel tips based on my own personal experience.I’ve also added several more suggestions for day trips and alternative Taichung attractions that…
Vegan Nara RestaurantsNara, Japan has quite a good selection of vegan food, due in part to its Buddhist traditions. Nara was the capital of Japan from 710 to 794, not long after Buddhism was introduced to the country. As such, it became an important power base for the Buddhist faith, whose…
Is it Hard to Be a Vegan in Taiwan?Absolutely not! Being vegan in Taipei (or anywhere else in Taiwan) is a breeze. You’ll have many more vegan options than in nearby countries such as South Korea, Japan or mainland China.Taiwan can arguably compete with India for the title of best…
Rainbow Village Taiwan: Why You Should VisitOf all the places I’ve visited in Taiwan, Rainbow Village in Taichung is the one I remember the most fondly. Not just because of all the colorful buildings there, but because of the inspiring story behind how it was created.Yes, Rainbow Village is a…
This vegan Bali guide was originally published as a guest article by Candy Tolentino in February 2018. It was extensively updated and revamped in April 2020 by Chloe Press.Bali is well known for its gorgeous beaches, awesome shopping scene, wide variety of yoga retreats, buzzing nightlife, fascinating culture and stunning…
Guest article by Jaimie Eckert.The Best Vegan Food and Vegan Restaurants in Beirut LebanonWhen my husband and I moved to Beirut in 2013, I had only two questions: (1) would I have an electric washing machine; and (2) would I be able to find vegan restaurants in Beirut, or any…
Hi, I'm Wendy. I'm an intrepid traveler, vegan foodie and animal lover. I travel all over the world (117 countries and counting!) uncovering vegan treasures to show you how you can be vegan anywhere. Read more on my About page.
