Bratislava is the charming capital city of Slovakia. From wandering through the historic Old Town to exploring castles, Bratislava offers something for every type of traveler. In this article, I will highlight some of the best things to do in … Read More
Doha, the capital city of Qatar, has become a popular layover hub for travelers making their way to destinations around the world. With its modern skyline, luxury shopping malls, and traditional souks, Doha offers a unique blend of old and … Read More
Cuba is a country known for its vibrant culture, rich history, and stunning architecture. From the colorful streets of Havana to the pristine beaches of Varadero, there is no shortage of beauty to be found in this Caribbean island nation. … Read More
Chiang Rai certainly doesn’t have the frenetic vibe of Bangkok nor the allure of Chiang Mai but what it does have is Wat Rong Khun. At the same time Buddhist temple and art exhibit, you should definitely make some time to … Read More
Singapore is a vibrant and bustling city that offers a perfect mix of culture, food, and attractions. With just two days to explore this dynamic destination, it’s important to make the most of your time. From iconic landmarks to delicious … Read More
Want to know where to find the best street art in Singapore? Well, you’ve come to the right place! I only spent two days in Singapore but I was shocked by the diversity of street art I came across. … Read More
I think most people would agree that Sidi Bou Said is the pretty blue town of Tunisia. The village is set on a hill less than 20 km from Tunis. Its proximity to the capital city makes Sidi Bou Said … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Located in the small town of Deshnoke in the state of Rajasthan, … Read More
Visiting the charming Old Town of Semarang will offer loads of photo ops. I, for one, couldn’t stop clicking away. Click, click, click. There’s something about old, crumbling buildings that render them infinitely photogenic. I think what makes them … Read More
Who knew there was a thriving street art scene in Semarang? Prior to going, I didn’t even know Semarang existed. Where exactly is Semarang? It’s located in the north of Central Java in Indonesia. What brought me to this small … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Have you ever wondered what it felt like to walk through a … Read More
You might think I wrote an ode to the felines of Kuching dubbed “The City of Cats: because I’m a Crazy Cat Lady. Well, I’m not. In fact, I’m allergic to cats but I need not worry in Kuching. My … Read More
Where is Kuching? Kuching is the capital of the state of Sarawak in Malaysian Borneo. It’s mostly known as a jumping off point to see endangered species in the wild. Oftentimes, travellers will skip visiting Kuching and will go straight to the … Read More
I certainly didn’t equate discovering amazing street art in Kuching to anything remotely related to Borneo. In my mind, Borneo was a land of dense jungles and endangered species. Little did I know Kuching, the capital of the state of … Read More
While I was in Peninsular Malaysia, I found a cheap flight to Malaysian Borneo. I hadn’t planned on going but who can resist visiting Borneo? As soon as I clicked ‘purchase’, I was excited at the prospect of seeing orangutans … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Is Brunei Darussalam worth visiting? Judging by what I’ve read online, most … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Little did I know my quick jaunt in the Sultanate would have … Read More
Nestled in the central highlands of Guatemala, Antigua is a charming colonial city that transports visitors back in time with its cobblestone streets, colorful facades, and well-preserved architecture. Once the capital of Spanish Central America, Antigua boasts a rich cultural … Read More
Jamaica is a small Caribbean island in the West Indies. English is the official language but Jamaican Patwah is the primary spoken language. Locals refer to Jamaica as Jamrock in Patwah giving the impression the whole island is jammin’ all … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Each time I saw yet another hollowed out construction site snuggled between … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. I came face to face with him. His plump belly dripping with … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Certain places automatically evoke certain images in our minds. For example, mention … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. In more recent years, I’ve become a bonafide street art enthusiast. I … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Before I wax poetic about my time in Belgrade, let me first … Read More
I made my way by foot to the main hub where all the boats were docked. The daunting task of negotiating began. It was the Thingyan Festival so I already knew prices would be at least double. I managed to … Read More
My friend and I rented a 4×4 to go on a pura vida road trip in Costa Rica. We drove from the Pacific Coast of Costa Rica to the Caribbean Coast and back again. Pura vida in English translates as … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Sapa was the most picturesque region I had the pleasure of visiting … Read More
What stands out while traveling in Myanmar is how many sacred Buddha images and pagodas are gilded in shiny gold leaves Yes, it’s real gold! The most prominent of these shimmering relics is Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon covered in tiny … Read More
It was already dark when we arrived in Yangon. I was surprised at how quiet the biggest city in Myanmar was. There wasn’t anyone in sight, and it was eerily quiet. We needed to look for a hotel so we … Read More
The ancient city of Bagan dates back to the 9th century, and is the most popular site in Myanmar. Every year, thousands of tourists and Burmese pilgrims visit the Unesco-listed complex. Nearly 10,000 monuments were erected between the 9th and … Read More
Although I usually try to find something good about every place I visit keeping in mind that simply being there is a privilege in itself, there’s the odd time when I’m more likely looking forward to leaving than to exploring. … Read More
The biggest reclining Buddha in the world is a pretty ambitious claim. Measuring nearly 600 feet / 180 meters, this reclining Buddha is truly deserving of its unofficial world-record holding title! Win Sein Taw Ya is the proper name … Read More
Squeezed in like tiny sardines in a tin can, knees tightly pressed against the bench in front of us, I braced myself for the ride up to Mount Kyaikhtiyo. The driver started the roaring motor and the open-air truck jutted … Read More
With the Thanlwin River flowing like a ribbon through the lush land and towering karst mountains outlining the landscape all around, Hpa-An was like no other place in Myanmar. The only thing I knew about this laidback town was the presence … Read More
I arrived in Yangon with high hopes and a ponytail but the stifling heat made it difficult to enjoy. I was there in April, just before monsoon season. A swell of heat had already engulfed the city, and heavy air … Read More
I hope this guide to the fruits of Cambodia will encourage you to try some exotic fruits next time you’re in Southeast Asia. I found the fruits in Cambodia to be not only the tastiest but also the cheapest. I … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Gazing at towering limestone pillars in Halong Bay should be on everyone’s … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Each year thousands, if not millions, of Hindu pilgrims make their way … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. When I went to El Salvador, I stayed at the Royal Decameron … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Following the picturesque Ruta de las Flores (Flower Route) will have you meandering … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. There was something fishy about La Libertad. This small coastal town bore … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. El Salvador’s topography will have its visitors straining their necks trying to … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Si Phan Don or 4000 Islands, is where the Mekong river is … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. I’ve already written about the day Luang Prabng cast a spell on … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Nestled in a lush valley reminiscent of a masterpiece painting, the ancient … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Alleppey, also known as Alappuzha, is a picturesque town in the southern … Read More
In today’s world of perfect Instagram photos, it’s easy to believe that travelling is always carefree. But, the reality is that traveling isn’t always pretty. It can get dirty, messy and uncomfortable. It’s also been known to induce a few tears as … Read More
Are you wondering what do to on an 8-hour layover in Tokyo? I had the same dilemma on my way home from Vietnam. I had an 8-hour layover and was trying to find ways to keep me busy. The good … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. The Vietnam War stretched out from 1955 to 1975. The war entailed … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. While I was in Ho Chi Minh City, I booked a tour … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. I wasn’t sure about going to Vang Vieng. All I had heard … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. There’s an unofficial debate as to which city is better – Hanoi … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. The day finally came for us to explore outside of lovely Luang … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Xieng Khuan is the weird and wonderful Buddha Park of Laos. It’s … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Kuang Si Waterfall is the most beautiful in Laos. Laos is mostly … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Vientiane is the largest city in Laos but quite possibly the least … Read More
UPDATE 2018: I went back to the Thai Blind Massage and was really disappointed with the masseuse who was assigned to me (the man that lovingly tortured me in this post didn’t seem to be there). I enjoy rigorous massages … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. One of my favorite places in Vietnam was Suôi Tiên or more … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. If you’re like me and love the buzzing atmosphere of local markets … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. We rented a motorbike to get to Ngu Hanh Son better known as … Read More
Exhausted, overwhelmed, wide-eyed and mouth agape, I stepped off the bus into a night frothed with an abundance of noises, flashing lights, speeding vehicles and a flood of pedestrians crowding the sidewalks and streets. We had arrived in Ho Chi … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Hue is the gastronomical capital of Vietnam known for its diversity of … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Paksong is a tranquil town untouched by the deafening buzz of the … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. I know I’m far from being one in a million when I … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Tad Lo is a small village with big waterfalls. Located in Salavan … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. On our last day in Mumbai, we were debating going to Dharavi … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. The Great Rann of Kutch is a salt marsh located in the White … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. When people think of India, an image of its most famous iconic … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. The Wagah border ceremony is a daily military practice that takes place … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Sacred cows and holy crap of India, what’s this all about? The … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Nestled amidst the lush landscapes of central Sri Lanka lies Pidurangala Rock, … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Nestled amidst the lush greenery of Sri Lanka lies Adam’s Peak, a … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Anuradhapura, located in the North Central Province of Sri Lanka, is a … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. The prettiest train rides I’ve ever taken thus far were in Sri … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. Have you ever thought about boarding down an active volcano in Nicaragua? … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. San Juan de Oriente is a small pottery village nestled in the … Read More
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. I will earn a commission if you make a purchase by clicking on the link at no extra cost to you. During our one-week vacation in Nicaragua, we stayed at the all-inclusive resort … Read More