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Overtourism in Spain - A Cautionary Tale

Tourism has the power to heal—or to harm. From Spain’s protests to Southeast Asia’s closed beaches, we’ve seen what happens when travel isn’t managed well. But there’s another way. This post explores how we got here, what COVID revealed, and how Chicken Feet Travels helps you experience the world with care, connection, and curiosity.

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495 Days of FUNemployment

In 2013, I left everything behind and travelled for 495 days to recover from burnout. What started as an escape became the foundation of everything I do now. From finding unexpected friendship in hostels to learning that Southeast Asia would always feel like home, this is what FUN-employment really taught me—about travel, connection, and myself.

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My 7 Life-Defining Travel Moments

What do couscous and travel have in common? Both can surprise you when you least expect it. These seven stories are the moments that most shifted my view of the world—and why I wouldn’t trade them for anything.

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How Chicken Feet Travels Began

We didn’t mean to start a travel company. Chicken Feet Travels began with scribbled notes, shared meals, and the kind of stories that stuck long after the tan faded. Here’s how it all began — and what it’s here to do.

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Meet “J-i-n”

I didn’t start Chicken Feet Travels to build a business—I started it because I wanted to share all the people and places that made me smile. After years of living and learning in wild places, I realised the way we travel could shape the world for the better. This is who I am, and why I do what I do.

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Singapore - The Geographic Centre of Convenience

Singapore was where Simon and Jin met, and where we started. But we continuously pick Singapore and Changi Airport because it works. As the heart of our travel operations, Singapore’s reliability, ease of transit, and regional connections make it the smartest choice every time.

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Travel to Conserve

Tourism shapes our world—so let’s make it count. From choosing ethical animal encounters to supporting local guides, “Travel to Conserve” is a guide to making mindful travel decisions that protect people, planet, and culture.

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Tourism Leakage and the Power of Purchase

Most travellers don’t realise how much of their money leaks out of the places they visit. At Chicken Feet Travels, we work to change that. This post unpacks tourism leakage—what it is, why it matters, and how small shifts in spending can create a big impact for local people, ecosystems, and cultures.

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ECO-nomics of Travel

Good travel doesn’t have to cost more — it just has to mean more. From choosing local guides to booking outside peak season, we break down how thoughtful planning saves money, reduces stress, and creates richer experiences.

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