Thailand has taken in refugees from Putin's dictatorship. Bravo!

There are major cultural differences between Scuba divers and terrestrial safari enthusiasts.

Arathusa in Sabi Sands is one of the very best places in the world to observe leopards up close. And I mean REALLY up close!

I rack up country number 166 - the Maldives!

Sri Lanka's Yala National Park is situated right on an exposed coastline, yet the park's game survived the devastating Boxing Day tsunami. How?

There are nine leopard subspecies in the world. I have seen three. Here are some pictures of this magnificent beast.

Sri Lanka is the second-largest tea exporter in the world. Put the kettle on and learn more about Sri Lankan tea!

Sigiriya is a beautiful site with great views and a rich history.

I rack up country number 165 - Sri Lanka!

Udaipur evokes many thoughts about India's history - and James Bond.

There is no place on earth where leopards and people live in as close proximity as in Jawai.

The King of Chanoud used to have power, but now he is a hotel owner and you can stay in his awesome palace and get to know his town. Go!

Tiger in your face (Source: own photo) Take the flight from Mumbai to Nagpur and then drive three hours south to reach Tadoba Andhari...

A cruise on Halong Bay is a great way to chill after hectic Saigon and Hanoi

Vietnam is a major coffee producer and consumer. And the stuff is tasty as hell!

Bao Dai was one of history's losers, but he lived in a cool palace!

The Hue Citadel still bears the scars of a major battle during the Vietnam War some 55 years ago.

Everyone knows that government bonds in rich countries are risk free. Crises are impossible by definition. Don't you feel safe now?

Entering global bond markets offers plenty of upside for capital-starved African countries, but there are also risks.

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