Back in the Bangkok Loop
Every trip has its cycle. This is the end of mine. The routines set in. The streets feel automatic. The energy dips. Bangkok never changes — but staying too long will change you.
Southeast Asia
5 Days in Makati — The Reset I Didn’t Plan
Makati was only meant to be a stopover. But travel has a way of deciding things for you. Five days later — tired, burnt out, and down with a cold — I realised I wasn’t just stuck in a city. I was stuck in a loop. This is the story of slowing down, stepping back, and learning the hard way when it’s time to stop.
5 Days in Subic Bay – A Travelogue of Fading Curiosity
Subic Bay wasn’t what I hoped—but it taught me what I need. This five-day stretch captured the Mid-Trip Plateau: from fading novelty to raw clarity. Broken sleep, the wrong base, a sense of “not again”—and the slow return of instinct. A Caveman Passport story of discomfort, detachment, and the wisdom of walking away.
4 Nights in Angeles – Raw & Real
A reflective travel story of 4 nights in Angeles City. Rooftop views, empty encounters, and the raw edge of solo travel in Southeast Asia.
2 Nights on Burgos Street, Makati Manila – Neon & Noise
A sensory-packed 48 hours in the heart of Manila’s red-light district. From neon-lit rooftops to riverside calm, follow the emotional and visual journey through P. Burgos Street, Makati — where overstimulation, temptation, and reflection all meet.
3 Days in Malate, Manila – Grit, Girls, and Ghosts of a Scene
Three nights in Malate, Manila: a gritty solo journey through neon bars, aging nightlife, and early morning stillness. Not a guide—just honest observation.
From Bangkok to Manila: A Journey Through Transition
Traveling from Bangkok to Manila is more than just a physical journey—it’s an emotional adventure filled with moments of stress, excitement, loneliness, and discovery. Here’s my detailed guide, blending practical advice with deeper Caveman Passport insights, to help you prepare for your own Southeast Asian adventure.
Bangkok After Dark: A Night Out from Soi 7/1 to Nana Plaza
Bangkok’s nightlife in full neon glow! From the street bars of Soi 7/1 to the buzzing beer bars and go-go clubs of Nana Plaza, this is a first-hand look at Bangkok after dark. Watch the full video walk and explore the real energy of Sukhumvit at night.
Benjakitti Park Walk Bangkok
Benjakitti Park is Bangkok’s hidden oasis—perfect for morning walks, skywalk views, and a break from the city’s chaos. A must-visit for travelers seeking balance.
Hastings to Bangkok
What does it take to get from a sleepy town on the English coast to the heart of Bangkok? A mix of airport chaos, long-haul exhaustion, and a crash course in vlogging. This journey from Hastings to Thailand was packed with travel anxiety, misadventures, and hard-learned lessons. Here’s how it unfolded…