Author Archives: Two Scots Abroad

15 Things to Do in Phnom Penh Under $15

Things to do in Phnom Penh Royal Palace

Looking for things to do in Phnom Penh during your Cambodia travels? This guide details free and cheap activities, restaurants and how to get to the Killing Fields, which will be an unfortunate highlight on your Phnom Penh itinerary. Whether you are visiting Cambodia’s capital city for a long weekend or as part of a […]

First-Time Visitor Tips: Hanoi & Halong Bay

Vietnam was the second country on our five-week Southeast Asia itinerary. We spent a luxurious four days in Singapore, sipping ‘Slings and swimming in rooftop pools, but the backpacker in me was yearning for something different, and Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital, certainly provided that. Here are first-timer visitor tips for Hanoi and the picturesque Halong Bay. […]

SXSW Hotels: By Location & Price Range in 2026

Austin South Congress

South By Southwest is a popular nine-day music, film, and interactive festival in Austin, Texas. The whole city is taken over by shows, talks, and gigs, which makes finding SXSW accommodation extremely difficult. We have attended South By many times, so you can trust us when we say that finding SXSW hotels and hostels is […]