Jack Bartholomew
Passionate about creating epic and meaningful experiences for travelers in Asia.
Here to help create and grow income, salaries and businesses for as many people in the countries we work in as we can by operating awesome trips for our travelers.
Committed to responsible travel and partnering with local communities on our IMPACT programs to assist in sustainable community development and using travel and tourism as a vehicle for positive change.
To share our love for Asia with others and make a positive impact in the development of the countries we operate and live in. We want to show the whole world how fantastic Asia is and for our team, travelers, partners and friends to have fun, feel good and know they are doing the right thing.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. I have lived in Laos for 4 years, Cambodia for 3 and Vietnam for 8. I specialise in balancing trips with genuine local encounters, discovering local cultures, authentic local food and having a good time. Its a holiday after all. "
How did you get involved in travel?
"I was travelling around Asia in the mid 2000's and fell in love with the region and in particular Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. I had no idea at the time that I could actually make money/have a career out of doing what I loved the most so I'm very lucky how it all panned out. "
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"Going to a friends local wedding in Borikhamxay in south Laos in 2008 whilst I was living in Laos. I think that wedding lasted around a week. "
Jack's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice
Embark on a memorable journey to see the best of Vietnam, from colonial Hanoi to the beaches of the south and beyond. It begins in the north, where you'll tour the capital,...
Travel Vietnam's coast from north to south and discover mostly off-the-beaten-path locations on this well-rounded 11-day journey. Start in Hanoi, where you'll sample street food...
You can't see all of Vietnam in 10 days—but this itinerary gives it a good go! Starting in Hanoi and ending in Ho Chi Minh City, you'll thread your way down the country, getting...
Recent trip reviews for Jack
Perfect Trip to Vietnam!
Vietnam
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Nov 29 - Dec 14, 2022
Mixed feelings
Vietnam
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Apr 29 - May 9, 2022
Mixed feelings about the trip. Some amazing people and experiences but very bad ones as well. All in all, we really didn't enjoy Hanoi, however we loved the trek in the rice paddies and the city of Hoi an. We cut short our trip to avoid another potential bad experience in Saigon.