Written by: Shawna Chan
Famous for its delectable street food and rich heritage, it's no surprise that many tourists from all over the world flock to Penang for its authentic street food, street art, and historical sights. While I enjoy hunting down...
First published: 12 Nov 2017
Charming old towns in Keelung, Jiufen (九份) and Shifen (十分) are popular spots to visit on a day trip from Taipei.
Before the 1950s, Jiufen and Shifen were gold and coal mining towns respectively. Today, their rustic vintage vibes, great...
Planning to see the iconic Taipei 101 and famous Shilin Night Market in Taiwan’s bustling capital? Here are 11 trendy accommodations to make your trip extra special!
The land of bubble tea and street food has been an all-time favourite...
Known for their local delicacies, Kaifeng is famed to have the best food in the Henan province of China. There is also a Chinese saying "Work in Zhengzhou, Live in Luoyang, Eat in Kaifeng", suggesting their popularity as a...
Not sure where to go in Japan besides Tokyo? Visit these five prefectures instead, from Gunma's award-winning onsens to Nikko's grand shrines.
If you’ve been to Japan, you’ve probably been to Kanto — because that’s where Tokyo is in. At...
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...
An underexplored countryside escape from the usual tourist cities in Japan.
After a week in Hokuriku, surrounded by stunning mountain landscapes and coastal views, I definitely feel more recharged.
Located by the Sea of Japan, Hokuriku is an under-the-radar destination that's...
Zip-line across valleys, walk through feudal-era gardens, roast fish over straw and stomp out udon noodles — here's our introduction to Japan's Shikoku Island.
There are many reasons why Singaporeans like to visit Tokyo and Osaka. It's easy to get...
Home of the Dalai Lama — this might be the biggest draw for most travellers visiting Upper Dharamshala* (McLeod Ganj). For us, it was the promise of fresh air and postcard-perfect views, a welcome break from the bustle during...
If going home with dope photos from your travels is something you love, you need to visit Yogyakarta. It really doesn't matter if you are an amateur or a veteran photographer, great sights aren't hard to capture in a...
At 1.5 hours away from Singapore by flight, Medan and its surrounding regions make an ideal getaway whether you’re looking to indulge in gastronomic adventures or breathtaking sights. Read on to uncover inspiration for your next long weekend getaway.
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If you're Muslim and looking for a solo-travelling itinerary, Taipei is a surprisingly good place to start!
I've never solo-travelled before and to be honest, Taiwan wasn't a destination I thought I'd start with.
For one, I didn't speak the language,...
This "sandbox" pilot scheme allows Covid-19 vaccinated visitors to fly direct to Phuket without quarantine.
Not all hope is lost when it comes to travel in 2021 – if you're fully vaccinated with lots of annual leave to spare, the...
Think winter in Japan and Hokkaido’s white powdery Sapporo ski slopes and Nagano’s onsen-soaking snow monkeys come to mind. But Japan’s natural winter wonders have another secret, and way less crowded, hideout in Yamagata! Best bit, it is only...
A 3-hour drive from Bangkok lies a city filled with wineries, farms, and massive floral fields. Wait what? That exists in Thailand? Yes it does, and you can find it all in Khao Yai. Here's how to cover all...
Spice up your Korea itinerary with these beautiful filming locations featured on these all-time favourite K-drama series.
Being in lockdown has definitely expanded my K-drama library and I've got the itch to travel to Korea once all this blows over....
Scaling at a height of 4,096 metres above sea level, Mount Kinabalu is the highest mountain in the Malay Archipelago. It is one of the hardest mountains to climb in Southeast Asia and typically requires a two-day climb to...
What's new? What's still there? Here's what you can do on your next visit to Osaka!
From unique outdoor art exhibitions to relaxing onsens, there was so much to rediscover and old favourites to revisit on our recent 7-day trip...
Can't wait to get our hands on Iwate's award-winning beef 😋
Compared to the ever-popular tourist destination of Hokkaido, many people may not have heard of Iwate Prefecture.
And what a waste because it offers gorgeous views of the coastlines, famous...
Within the luscious forest of Thomson Nature Park lies hidden remains of a once bustling Hainan village now taken over by cheeky wildlife and overgrown greens.
I find ruins incredibly charming — sometimes it feels like we're intruding, getting...
