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Beyond Beerlao: Sampling Craft Beer in Laos

November 12, 2018 By Ryan Victor 6 Comments

We enjoy exploring the local beer scene wherever we travel, and we especially love finding microbreweries in unlikely places – like Laos. Ryan’s sampled just about all the beers available in Laos, and now he’s sharing where to find the best brews (and which ones to avoid).

Filed Under: Asia, Foodie Travel, Laos, Off the Beaten Path Tagged With: craft breweries, Southeast Asia

A Guide to Cambodia’s Burgeoning Craft Beer Scene

September 10, 2017 By Ryan Victor 23 Comments

When you think of travel in Cambodia, what comes to mind is probably Angkor Wat or maybe just the Southeast Asia backpacking trail - but probably not craft beer. As it turns out, there’s a lot more in Cambodia than just Angkor beer - the country has six breweries! If you visit Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, or Kampot, consider stopping at one for some interesting Cambodian beer and a unique experience.

You probably wouldn’t expect Cambodia to have any microbreweries – but it turns out there’s six! Ryan visited them all, and now he’s sharing the highlights (and lowlights) of each, including where to find the best IPA, take a date you want to impress, and have an interesting local experience.

Filed Under: Asia, Cambodia, Foodie Travel Tagged With: craft breweries, Kampot, Southeast Asia

A Beer Lover’s Guide to Craft Breweries in Boston

October 11, 2016 By Ryan Victor 24 Comments

Boston, Massachusetts, has a great craft beer scene, with three popular breweries in the city proper: Sam Adams, Harpoon, and Trillium. Next time you travel to Boston, be sure to take a brewery tour, get free beer samples, or pick up some small-batch microbrews.

If you’re a beer lover in Boston, visiting a craft brewery is a must. Ryan went to all eleven microbreweries in Boston proper, and this guide includes highlights on each one and tips for making the most of your visits.

Filed Under: Foodie Travel, Massachusetts, North America, U.S. Tagged With: Boston, craft breweries, New England

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Hi! We’re Jen and Ryan, an American couple on a journey to travel the world while working from the road. We’re passionate about outdoor adventure, responsible travel, and getting off the beaten path. Passions and Places is a space for us to share our stories and tips with you, but most importantly, we hope to inspire you to seek your own adventure.

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