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Rachel Duffell

Rachel Duffell is a Hong Kong-based writer and editor, who loves to discover Asia and the many adventures it has to offer, whether it's hiking volcanoes in Lombok, Indonesia, eating red ants in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, running across the hills of Hong Kong, washing elephants in Nepal, sight-seeing in Penang, Malaysia, or anything else.
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Grab a friend and go: Long weekend trips from Manila
Manila hustles and bustles during the week, so it’s great to know that there are plenty of options for weekend...
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Go here, not there: 10 alternative destinations for Filipino travelers in 2016
It’s always easiest to stick with what you know. Thinking of hitting the beach? Thailand or Bali are the...
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A guide to free airport Wi-Fi in Southeast Asia
These days we just can’t stay away from our emails and social media channels for too long. But with data...
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8 reasons to travel with a Filipino
Known as some of the friendliest people in the world, there are plenty of reasons why, when choosing a travel...
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How to plan a last-minute trip
Sometimes the best trips are the ones decided on a whim, with little planning and an open mind. If...
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11 things no one would ever say about Palawan
One of the most idyllic places in the world, Palawan, lies to the southwest of the Philippines. Not far...
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23 unbelievable facts about the longest flights in the world
Singapore to Newark, New Jersey with Singapore Airlines (18-19 hours, 15,247 kilometers) Once the world’s longest non-stop commercial route,...
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See, taste, touch, smell, hear: Ipoh by the five human senses
There’s plenty that will have all your senses tingling in Ipoh with its colonial architecture, street art, fantastic food...
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7 places to take a date in Boracay (that may not land you a second date)
Known for its white sand beaches, relaxing vibe and romantic atmosphere, Boracay is the perfect place to take a...