Staying connected across Asia is expensive. Roaming charges from Canadian carriers will drain your budget before you even land. We used Trip.com eSIM for 175 days across Asia on two phones, and it was the cheapest, most reliable option we found. Here’s the honest breakdown. Quick verdict Overall rating ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.8 / 5 Countries used…
We’ve spent 3+ months in both Bangkok and KL as remote workers in our late 30s and 40s. Here’s our honest comparison on visa, accommodation, food, transport, and which city actually wins for digital nomads.
We spent 202 days working remotely across Vietnam, Malaysia, China, South Korea, Japan, and Thailand. This is the honest breakdown — costs, internet, accommodation, food — no vacation-brain takes.
WeChat Pay or Alipay? After 50 days in China on Canadian passports, here is what actually worked, where the fees show up, how to set up both with a foreign credit card, and which one to prioritize before you land.
We spent 50 days traveling China independently and tested every app we relied on. Here is what actually worked for payments, transport, maps, VPN, and connectivity as foreigners in 2026.
We’re Ian and Jenny, a creative couple on a mission to turn travel into a lifestyle. This blog post breaks down our 202-day journey across 10 countries, how we’re prepping, and why we’re chasing a different kind of life. Follow our new series, Chasing the Chungs, and come along for the ride.
