Asia

Anyone who's ever grown up in Singapore knows that we love tests. We absolutely adore them. So much so that we often take multiple "pre-tests" before taking the actual tests themselves (e.g. prelims 1, prelims 2, prelims 3, BTT...

Deep-fried brown sugar-coated dough balls, pork noodles, and street delicacies you wouldn't believe are really delicious. Oh, and did we mention the OG Haidilao that's actually affordable? We've always dived headfirst into tasting local delicacies, and experiencing the food culture of...

Nagano may be famous for its winter activities like skiing at snow resorts, but the best season to visit Nagano is actually not during the winter. Yep, not even if it means getting to see monkeys soak in an onsen at the...

Pardon my flex, but I've been to Tokyo way too many times for my own good. Recently, my partner decided to have us stay in Tokyo for four days. I groaned (internally). Do I really want to be one...

Get around the Lion City the Singaporean way with these 11 Singlish terms! Here's something Wikipedia doesn't make obvious — "Singlish" is the lingua franca of Singapore. Essentially colloquial Singaporean English, this unique and ultra-complex language is as colourful and...

The culprits behind elephant cruelty might not be who you think it is. We stopped by Chiang Mai, Thailand as we backpacked across Southeast Asia. Trees as tall as cathedrals surrounded me, a warm light shimmered through the thick canopy...

Things can go very wrong when you're getting hot, wet, and naked. Cultural exposure comes in many forms: Trying local food. Learning foreign phrases. Getting naked in front of strangers. To understand a country’s culture, you gotta expose yourself —...

We handpicked 12 of the best things to eat in Tokyo if you’re all for taste, quality, and dining experience. Tokyo actually has the most Michelin-starred restaurants per city in the world. Surprise, surprise — that's more than New York's...

Home to Singapore's first Shake Shack, Pokemon Centre and a bunch of all-time favourites from all around the world. After months of intense anticipation, it's finally happening — Jewel Changi Airport officially opens next week! The lineup seems too good...

Smack in the middle of Southeast Asia is a landlocked country that resembles the shape of a palm tree — incredibly apt, considering the peaceful and laidback air that it abundantly exudes. Make this list of experiences a priority...

Here's why travellers are picking Chiang Mai over the done-to-death Bangkok. Save S$10 off your activity bookings in Chiang Mai with the promo code <CONGRADULATION>. More details at the end of the post. Locals call it an escape from Bangkok’s traffic...

Catch the sunrise on a hot air balloon, enjoy a dip in a secret natural lagoon, and visit some of the most sacred monasteries — this all-encompassing Myanmar itinerary is what adventure-seekers need to explore. Myanmar is like the sophisticated girl...

Experience the heart-pounding adrenaline rush at Universal Studios Japan, conquer the summit of Mount Fuji, satiate your inner child at DisneySea and taste the freshest omakase you'll ever have — all for under S$3.1k. Backpacking around Japan can be easily...

This adventure of a lifetime covers 18 amazing cities – and it’s not as expensive as you think it might be.  All those days, weeks, months and years spent stressing, pulling your hair out and mugging your ass off for...

Here's the Southeast Asia backpacking guide we wished we had before embarking on our own 31-day trip. In 31 days, we travelled through four countries, thirteen cities and had countless adventures (or rather misadventures). Southeast Asia isn't luxurious, but the stories...

Pho? Banh mi? What else? From smokey grilled meats by the street to a pizza joint we failed to get reservations for thrice (and how about eggs in your beer?), this is the only Hanoi food guide you need.  I’m...

Hike up the tallest mountain in Vietnam, kayak through the scenic Halong Bay, and explore an elusive "theme park" in the mountains. Vietnam has a special place in my heart. Compared to familiar favourites like Thailand and Malaysia,...

When a buddy of mine suggested bringing his girlfriend to JB for a holiday (again), the beancurd I was having instantaneously turned sour. "Try somewhere else lah."  We've patronised the beaches of Bali and Krabi for the longest of times. We've...

Cruise alongside massive limestone islands in Halong Bay, savour the best egg coffee in Hanoi and hike up Fansipan, the highest peak in all of Vietnam located in Sapa — all in this Northern Vietnam itinerary. Feeling the cool, crisp...

Planning your Vietnam itinerary? Find out how you can score 1-for-1 deals and up to 50% off transport, activities, and other travel essentials from now till 14 Oct 2022 — more at the end!Having already been to Hanoi and...