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Like a certain Disney princess, the cold never bothered me. While some may shiver at the thought of sub-zero temperatures, I love my frosty hinterlands, and there’s no place icier than Siberia in Russia. Here is my guide to planning an unforgettable Siberia itinerary. The Frozen Fairytale: My Siberia Itinerary As I landed at Irkutsk… Continue reading The Frozen Fairytale – Irkutsk And Lake Baikal, Siberia
It’s only a matter of time before Lisbon rises in popularity as a tourist destination. With its warm climate, beautiful beaches, and vibrant streets, it’s a sandy retreat and metropolitan wonder all in one. As the capital of Portugal, Lisbon is rich in history yet has a contemporary touch. The city is not quite the first… Continue reading Guide to Lisbon for First Time Visitors
When my friends suggested going to Tianjin for our graduation trip, I was bemused. “If we’re going to China, why not head for the bigger metropolitan cities like Shanghai or Beijing instead? Are there really things to do in Tianjin?” A quick Google search later, however, I was enlightened. At first, Tianjin seems like a… Continue reading Travel Diary: Taking on Tianjin
Home to the all-seeing Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) statue, Rio de Janeiro is considered the most visited city in the Southern Hemisphere and easily Brazil‘s most popular city. This seaside city is a wonderful explosion of vibrant sights and sounds. Colourful murals, sandy beaches, picturesque views, and smiling locals greet you everywhere you look.… Continue reading Brazil City Guide: 8 Things to Do in Rio de Janeiro
When I first heard about Peru, the only destination that came to mind was Machu Picchu. Sometime later, I explored this South American country for the first time. I instantly realised that there was more to Peru than the ancient Incan City. Even though Machu Picchu is beautiful, there are so many more sights to… Continue reading Peru: South America’s Not-So-Secret Hotspot
Surrounded by the calmest, blue waters, Cote D’Azur – also known as the French Riviera – sits quaintly by the southern side of France. Winding through the cobblestone paths throughout Cote D’Azur, you’ll experience charm at every turn and emerge upon treasures by the sea, warm Mediterranean culture and lovely food fresh from the sea. Best Places… Continue reading Stop to Smell the Flowers in Cote D’Azur
My arrival into Cape Town brought home the significance of temperature fluctuations in South Africa weather. I had travelled from Kruger National Park in the far north of the country where the mercury topped 40o C prior to taking the two-hour flight south to Cape Town near the southernmost point of the African continent. As the… Continue reading South Africa’s Colourful Cape Town
Where is that? That’s one of the first questions people often ask when Mauritius is mentioned. Located in the Indian Ocean to the east of Africa, Mauritius conjures up images of a remote and picturesque island hideaway. The island lives up to this reputation for long white Mauritius beaches and fringing offshore coral reefs — after all,… Continue reading Mauritius: My Dream Gold Adventure Came True
I was sitting at the top of a calanque, eating my potato chips. Deep blue-emerald water overlooked the steep-sided valley. Down below where the glistening Mediterranean sea meets the white limestones, there was a tiny town with a tiny dock, booming with many yachts and cruises. Our picnic view “This view is magnificent!” exclaimed Venise,… Continue reading Discovering “The Port City” Marseille, France