Are you looking for your own "Eat, Pray, Love" moment or simply trying to get away from it all? Are you mesmerized by images of the Taj and the beaches of Goa or looking for a 'Pranayam' session in the Himalayas? India can be anything for anyone, as long as you know what you are looking for, and where to look for it.

You've flown all the way to Japan and you're no doubt excited about trying out all that delicious Japanese food you keep hearing about. But what happens when you are two days in and you realize how expensive it is to eat out at fancy restaurants every night. What is one to do when it's time to tighten the purse strings? How do you eat well in Japan without breaking the bank or resorting to eating McDonald's three times a day?

Malaysia is a beautiful country with plenty to see and do. There’s Borneo, of course, with ts jungle and orangutans. And the peninsula is chock-full of incredible experiences. But, whenever you are backpacking, it’s always good to have a few places you can base yourself.