About Daniel
Daniel Badcock is a wanderer at heart, who dreams of exploring as much of the world as possible. His first big adventure started when he traveled overland from Europe to the Far East.
It was a six-month trip that ended up lasting 18, after which he found a job in Beijing and stayed there for five years. On leaving, Daniel planned a six-month farewell tour of Asia that was extended to another 15.
These days, Daniel spends his time traveling and writing articles and posts related to travel. For him, travel is about experiencing cultures, meeting people and trying new dishes. Daniel also loves to learn a bit of the language wherever he goes. He speaks pretty decent Chinese as well as reasonable Thai and a bit of Indonesian.
How did you get into travel
I've always been a keen traveller, and I've always had a passion for writing, so combining the two seemed an obvious path for me to tread. After spending over ten years teaching English in France, Italy and China, I was looking for a new challenge, so I decided it was time to try my hand at earning a living from writing. That was eight years ago, and now, with a huge number of articles and posts related to travel and many other topics under my belt, I'm still going strong!
Daniel's unique travel experience
I travelled from Tallinn in Estonia all the way to Xiamen in China overland via Russia and Mongolia without taking a single flight. The four-day leg in third-class on the train from Moscow to Irkutsk was a particular highlight.
My favourite region to travel is Southeast Asia, and my top two destinations are Thailand, where I've been 16 times and counting, and Indonesia, where I've spent about six months total but have barely scratched the surface. Honourable mentions also go to Laos and Malaysia.
Latest travel articles and insights by Daniel Badcock
For those of you who want a taste of trekking in the high Andes before visiting Machu Picchu but are not willing to compromise on comfort, the Machu Picchu lodge trek is perfect for you! The Machu Picchu lodge trek offers all the pleasures of trekking in the mountains – with luxury accommodation, a comfortable bed, a good meal and a glass of wine awaiting you at the end of each day’s exertions. Now, doesn’t that sound lovely?
From exploring the bustling souks of Marrakech and hiking the rugged Atlas Mountains to wandering through the blue streets of Chefchaouen and riding camels across the golden Sahara dunes, a trip to Morocco offers something for every traveler. Whether you're a history buff, an adventurer, or a foodie, Morocco promises unforgettable experiences at every turn. Ready to dive in? Here are the top things to do in Morocco!
A fascinating country at any time of year, China and its world-famous sights like the Great Wall near Beijing or Xian’s Terracotta Army, features prominently on many people’s travel wish lists. The most popular times to visit the country are spring and autumn but planning a trip during the winter months opens up several intriguing possibilities without the crowds. If that sounds like something you might be interested in, here are our top 7 destinations for winter in China.
From the freezing north of Alaska to the tropical south of Florida, the vast and varied land called America has everything. Boasting endless wildernesses, mighty mountain ranges, barren deserts, great cosmopolitan cities, entertainment, film, sports, culture and cuisine, no other country can offer such a staggering array of attractions. Whatever it is you seek, whether you hope to rub shoulders with stars, travel back in history or lose yourself in the immensity of nature, you are sure to find a wealth of things to do in the USA.
A 2-week holiday in India gives ample time to uncover many of the mysteries and charms of this unique land. Rather than just visiting the most-trodden destinations, such as the Golden Triangle, a few weeks in India opens doors for you to discover steaming jungles in Kerala, the arid cold desert in Markha, palm-fringed beaches in Goa, and even soaring mountains. If you are looking for inspiration to spend 2 weeks in India, here are our 2-week long trips that will give you a taste of the most unmissable of India’s myriad attractions.