Island · Ko Kut
"I particularly love Ko Kood; it’s one of the postcard-perfect islands and beaches you can still find in Thailand if you avoid the super-touristy, overdeveloped spots." - Matthew Kepnes
Ko Kut, Trat, Thailand Get directions
Island · Phang Nga
"I particularly love Surin Island; it’s one of the postcard-perfect islands and beaches you can still find in Thailand if you avoid the super-touristy, overdeveloped spots." - Matthew Kepnes
Ko Phra Thong, Khura Buri District, Phang Nga, Thailand Get directions
Island · Mueang Satun
"I particularly love Ko Adang; it’s one of the postcard-perfect islands and beaches you can still find in Thailand if you avoid the super-touristy, overdeveloped spots." - Matthew Kepnes
Ko Tarutao, Mueang Satun District, Satun 91000, Thailand Get directions
National park · Chom Thong
"I recommend Doi Inthanon National Park as the country’s highest point (the park is near Chiang Mai), a destination that’s part of the jungle and hill-trail experiences with great views and natural features." - Matthew Kepnes
Hostel · la Dreta de l'Eixample
"When I need to book a hostel I use Hostelworld — it’s the service I recommend for hostel bookings." - Matthew Kepnes
Carrer de Bergara, 3, L'Eixample, 08002 Barcelona, Spain Get directions
Temporarily Closed
"For travel insurance, I recommend SafetyWing as the best option for budget travelers." - Matthew Kepnes
# 1-8-304 to 307/9, Road No-1, Patigadda Road, Patigadda, Umanagar Colony, New Bowenpally, Bowenpally, Hyderabad, Telangana 500003, India Get directions
Insurance agency · Sydney
"I suggest World Nomads as the best travel insurance choice for mid-range travelers." - Matthew Kepnes
Insurance agency · Warwick
"For older travelers, I point people toward InsureMyTrip — it’s the option I recommend for those 70 and over." - Matthew Kepnes
Car rental agency
"When I need a rental car I use Discover Cars because it’s a budget-friendly international car rental website that will find the best and cheapest rental no matter where you’re headed." - Matthew Kepnes
Tour operator · Lat Lum Kaeo
"When I’m looking for activities, I use Get Your Guide — it’s a huge online marketplace where you can find walking tours, fun excursions, skip-the-line tickets, private guides, and more." - Matthew Kepnes