Bangkok: 5 Do-It-Yourself Day Trips Out of the City
Bangkok is one of the the most popular destinations in Southeast Asia with its chaotic streets and crazy nightlife. Having visited this bustling city several times with all the eat-and-shop-till-you-drop experiences, I’ve decided to explore a little out of the city this round. In this post, I am going to share 5 day trips you […]
Thailand: How To Spend 24-hours in Hat Yai
Hat Yai is close to the Malaysian border and it’s like Bangkok used to be many many years ago. Though the city is not super pretty, it sure has its own unique charm to be uncovered. One thing is true if you want to experience local life, inexpensive massage and authentic Thai food, Hat Yai […]
Travelling From Johor Bahru To Hat Yai By Train
“Little by Little, One Travels Far” Travelling to another country does not always mean it has to be by air. Apart from commuting by flight, another alternative and fun way is to travel by train! Not only can you get off at any city/town you would like to explore, you also get to catch beautiful […]
Phuket: 9 Fun Activities To Do As Couple
Phuket is the largest island in Thailand with a land area of approximately 540-square meters (almost the size of Singapore)! Every year, an average of 5 million people travel to Phuket, making it one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world. Phuket is a paradise for scuba diving and water sports; snorkeling, surfing, […]
Xi’An: Exploring Ancient Civilization Capital In East Asia
“Go to Shanghai and you will find a 100-year-old China; go to Beijing and you will find a 1000-year-old China; go to Xi’an and then you will find a 3000-year-old China.” Together with Athens, Cairo and Rome, Xi’an is among the four major ancient civilization capitals of the world. As one of the birthplaces of […]
Leshan: Visiting The Largest Stone Buddha In The World
“The Mountain is a Buddha and the Buddha is a Mountain” Sitting in the confluence of Ming River, Qingyi River and Dadu River, Leshan is a city of Sichuan well-known for its natural landscape and Buddha scenic spots. There are two main attractions: Leshan Great Buddha and Mount Emei. Unfortunately, I only have time to […]
Chengdu: More Than Just the Hometown of Giant Pandas
Apart from the Great Wall of China, the next thing which comes to people’s mind when mention China will most likely be PANDA. Fun fact: Did you know that Chengdu is the only place where giant pandas live in the wild? Nonetheless, this post is not going to focus on pandas but other awesome places […]
Egypt: Essential Tips Before Visiting The Giza Pyramid Complex
Egypt is one of the most fascinating places in the world. With a deeply rich history, this is a bucket-list destination for so many travellers. The place where the only Seven Wonders of the Ancient World still surviving through ages, has been my dream wanting to see it up close and personal. In 2015, with a […]
Hamadan: Discover The World’s Largest Water Cave
Not only is Hamadan believed to be one of the oldest Iranian cities, but it is also considered one of the oldest in the world. Its historical origins date back to several centuries before Christ when it was the Median Empire’s capital. Though pitifully little remains from classical times, the city dedicates significant parts to excavations, […]
Esfahan: The City That Once Called “Half The World”
For everyone going to Iran, Esfahan is a mandatory city to visit. Forget about Paris, Esfahan is as beautiful yet less touristy. The Persians called it “Nesf-e-Jahan”, meaning “Half the World”. Located right at the center of Iran, Esfahan was one of the largest cities in the world and had been given the honor to […]