Explore the remarkable world of APOPO mine-clearing rats in Cambodia. These extraordinary creatures, known as HeroRATS, are at the forefront of a vital mission: detecting and eliminating landmines and unexploded ordnance that have threatened the safety and livelihoods of Cambodians for decades. The HeroRATS: Tiny Detectives with a Mighty Mission Since the inception of APOPO’s...Read More
In Vietnam, the once-thriving trade of Vespa mechanics is facing a concerning decline. With the advent of modern transportation options, the demand for traditional Vespa repairs has dwindled, leaving this unique craftsmanship on the verge of extinction. However, at Vespa Adventures we are determined to preserve this dying art and ensure its survival by inspiring...Read More
Seeing the sunrise at Angkor Wat is a ‘must’! The world’s largest religious monument is incredible at any time of day but watching the temple slowly emerge from the dark as the sun’s first rays appear is really special. I had visited Angkor Wat before at sunrise on a previous trip. It was really amazing...Read More
After the chaos of Bangkok, my partner and I arrived in Chiang Mai tired and longing for a bit of nature. I asked the receptionist at my guesthouse for recommendations and he showed me the Vespa Adventures’ brochure. The tours all looked great but the Chiang Mai Countryside tour was the one that really caught...Read More
When I’m traveling, I love exploring on my own. But in each new city I visit, I book one tour to see and learn things that only locals know. Not your normal sightseeing tours but ones that take you to hidden parts of town and show you about local life and culture. And that’s how...Read More
by Sissy Mallard When you sign up for a 6-hour tour, your expectations are high because you have obviously put some thought into where you want to go and have considered which tour will be right for you and your family. As with all Vespa Adventures tours, being picked up from your hotel is one...Read More
by Sissy Mallard Healthy, fresh food is the key to a satisfying, productive life and what I found at Mr. Anh’s farm certainly fills the bill with colorful fields that are overflowing with many different varieties of vegetable and fruit crops. Along with lush green and golden tan rice paddies as far as the eye...Read More
By Craig Bowman “What is this? What is that used for? Do people eat that? Why is it that color?” These are the many questions asked at the market stop during the Insider’s Phnom Penh adventure. If you are like me, from a western country, you’d probably asked those very same questions. Maybe some of...Read More
Chick here for full blog I am sending a ‘shout out’ to Vietnam Vespa Adventures in Ho Chi Minh City for a great ride! I had this tour on my bucket list of ‘things to do’ when we moved to Vietnam and I was not disappointed. I wrote the following review on Tripadvisor… “My daughter...Read More
Jumping chicken and vintage Vespas! a new article featured in the travel blog titled: Asia Dreaming, by, A couple of fifty somethings living the dream in South East Asia. “They have the ability to merge and flow with their fellow riders like it’s some kind of motorized ballet…” See what else they write and check...Read More
