Learn about the history and heartbeat of places around the world. Discover the local culture through art, museums, traditions, local festivities, legends, history, architecture and people.
The Christmas season is nearly upon us and we’ve taken it upon ourselves to scour the globe for some of the best places to spend Christmas holidays this year. Fancy building a snowman? Eager to try the Christmas eggnog? Or …
For picture postcard scenery and magical atmosphere you can’t beat the United Kingdoms. From the breath-taking countryside and the great British outdoors to arty urban centres and historic cities – there’s so much more to it than its capital. So …
History lovers will appreciate the huge influence that ancient civilisations such as the Incas, Mayans, Romans and Ancient Greeks have had on the development of modern-day society. To stand on one of the preserved sites and drink in the atmosphere …
I find myself standing there in awe. Just staring at the remains of the Berlin Wall in the East Side Gallery. For years I’ve read about it in history books and watched movies and documentaries about it. The history behind …
On 10 November this year, Hindus all across the globe will celebrate Deepavali, or Diwali as it’s also known, the ancient Festival of Lights commemorated annually between mid-October and mid-November. Not surprisingly, and as the name suggests, it’s the biggest …
Manila‘s metropolitan facade hides some of the city’s harrowing past, including colonialism, the revolution and World War II. A visit to the historical sites in Manila, Philippines, will give you a glimpse into some of the important events the city has …
By Explorer Chung Wah Chow | With more than 450 years of colonial history, Macau has a rich cultural heritage and is more than just the world’s gambling capital. It’s the first and last European colony in China and its Portuguese …
Travel Diaries: A trek into Thailand’s northern hills brings some gastronomic surprises. A taste for dung beetle Dung beetle is crunchy on the outside and has a slightly creamy texture on the inside. The best way to enjoy this insect …
By Explorer Abi Gold During the month of Ramadan, bazaars pop up for people to enjoy the local delicacies and delights once they’ve broken their daily fast. Here are our tips for things to do during Ramadan to join in the …
By Shiyin Chan – Cambodia. It’s a truly unique country for a variety of reasons – half of its total population is 15 years and younger, it’s in the midst of recovery from the heart wrenching events from recent past, and …
