Ira Willett & Mahabuba Zannat Willett
Who we are
Ira Willett and Mahabuba Zannat Willett run GoTrippio, an independent two-person travel publication based in San Angelo, Texas, USA.
We write about places we have been ourselves: the long beach at Cox's Bazar, the tea country around Sylhet and Sreemangal, the hills of Sajek Valley and Bandarban, Kathmandu, and London. Many of the photos on the site are our own; the rest are freely licensed and listed on our photo credits page.
How we research our guides
We check hotel details, prices and travel information against official hotel websites, booking platforms and official sources, and update pages when things change. Prices on our pages are typical ranges, not quotes; the booking site always shows the final price. Read more about how we choose hotels and how we're funded.
Get in touch
Spotted something out of date? Tell us on our contact page or email hello@gotrippio.com.
Our guides (7)
ResortsSwimming poolBangladeshResorts with a swimming pool in Bangladesh
Where to find a pool in Cox's Bazar, Sylhet, Sreemangal, Bandarban and Sajek Valley: infinity pools, rooftop pools, children's pools and private pool villas, with what each one suits.
· 7 min read
ItineraryBudgetBeachCox's Bazar tour plan: 3 days with costs
A 3-day Cox's Bazar plan from Dhaka with real costs: bus, train and flight fares, hotels, food, auto hire and boats, plus budget totals per person.
· 9 min read
BudgetBeachBangladeshBest budget hotels in Cox's Bazar
Where to find affordable, clean hotels in Cox's Bazar, which areas suit a tight budget, seasonal prices, and practical tips for booking a cheap beach stay.
· 6 min read
HillsItineraryBangladeshSajek Valley travel guide
How to reach Sajek Valley via Khagrachari, what the army escort and jeep system involves, where to stay in Ruilui and Konglak Para, and when clouds are best.
· 6 min read
Tea gardensResortsBangladeshSylhet tea garden resorts
A guide to staying among the tea estates of Sreemangal and Sylhet: which areas to choose, what resorts offer, how to get there, and sights like Lawachara.
· 5 min read
HillsResortsTrekkingBandarban hill resorts
Where to stay in Bandarban, from hillside resorts near town to basic guesthouses at Boga Lake, plus transport, permits, checkpoints and the best time to visit.
· 6 min read
First-timeNepalTrekkingKathmandu hotels for first-time visitors
Choosing where to stay on a first trip to Kathmandu: Thamel, Boudha, Patan and Lazimpat compared, with airport transfer tips, visa notes and typical prices.
· 6 min read