Resources — Marti Kim Robin
Every booking site, app, and service Marti Kim Robin actually uses — tested across dozens of trips. Honest picks only.
Activities
- Klook — My favourite for booking tours and experiences in Asia. Instant confirmation and easy mobile vouchers.
- KKday — Lots of unique local experiences you won't find on Klook. Great for offbeat activities and day trips.
- Agoda — Not just hotels — Agoda Activities has solid tour and experience listings, especially in Southeast Asia.
Accommodation
- Agoda — My first stop for hotels in Asia. Consistently better prices than competitors for Southeast Asia and Japan.
- Booking.com — Great global selection. Free cancellation filter is a lifesaver when plans are still flexible.
- Klook — Covers hotels and experiences across Asia. Often has exclusive deals not found elsewhere.
- Airbnb — Best for longer stays, apartments with kitchens, and unique local stays you won't find in hotels.
- Hostelworld — Widest hostel selection globally. Reviews are reliable and the social feature helps you find travel buddies.
- Trip.com — Strong for flights + hotels bundles, especially for travel within Asia. Good loyalty rewards.
Flights
- Skyscanner — My go-to for flight searches. Love the "Everywhere" feature and cheapest-month calendar — great when you're flexible on dates.
- Google Flights — Best for price tracking and flexible date searches. Set alerts for routes you're watching.
- Kiwi.com — Best for building multi-stop itineraries on a budget. Way underrated by most travelers.
Travel Insurance
- Pacific Cross — My current insurance for long-term travel. Solid coverage for Asia, good claims process, and reasonable premiums.
- World Nomads — Great for adventure activities and sports coverage. More comprehensive than most budget options.
- SafetyWing — Affordable subscription-style insurance — pay monthly, cancel anytime. Perfect for digital nomads.