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Thailand Highlights
Thailand

14 Days in Thailand: Islands, Temples & Culture

Discover Bangkok's temples, the mountains of Chiang Mai, and the turquoise waters of Krabi and Koh Lanta.

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Bali & Lombok
Indonesia

10 Days in Bali: Jungles, Temples & Surf

Rice terraces, sacred temples, volcanic peaks, and world-class surf beaches in Indonesia's most iconic island.

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Vietnam End to End
Vietnam

17 Days in Vietnam: North to South

Hanoi's old quarter, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An lanterns, and Ho Chi Minh City — the full Vietnamese experience.

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Japan
Australia

13 Days in Japan: Tokyo to Kyoto

Cherry blossoms, bullet trains, ancient shrines, and ramen alleys — Japan's greatest hits in two weeks.

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Portugal
Portugal

10 Days in Portugal: Lisbon, Porto & Algarve

Coastal beauty, rich history, fado music, and unforgettable Atlantic views.

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Costa Rica
Costa Rica

11 Days in Costa Rica: Rainforest & Pacific Coast

Volcanoes, cloud forests, sea turtles, and some of the best surf in Central America.

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Connor

"I finally quit my job and I'm heading off to backpack Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and then Bali. I've been using Escape the 9 to 5 the whole time, and it's genuinely been so helpful."

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Sophia

"Thank you so much for all your tips! We're having the best time in Japan. Escape the 9 to 5 made planning so easy, and it's honestly turned into the best trip we've ever had."

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Kit

"Thank you so much for planning our trip to Komodo. From the accommodation to the boat trip and, of course, Komodo Island itself, every part of the experience was incredible. It was genuinely one of the greatest trips of our lives."

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Connor

"I finally quit my job and I'm heading off to backpack Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and then Bali. I've been using Escape the 9 to 5 the whole time, and it's genuinely been so helpful."

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Meet The Escapers

We're two travelers, storytellers, and adventure seekers on a mission to make freedom feel possible.

Brandon Willoughby
Founder & Creative Director
Brandon Willoughby

A left-brain nerd who left behind a career in Finance to build a language school in Thailand. Now a full-time traveller, filmmaker, and storyteller chasing the next great escape.

Nick Tisinger
Operations & Community Lead
Nick Tisinger

An adventure photographer and cinematographer who traded the corporate world for a backpack and a camera. He captures the raw beauty of places most people never see.

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