Escape the ordinary and discover the far far away. Don your explorers hat and wander beyond the popular destinations in Asia to experience truly foreign cultures, different seasons and adventures farther out there. From remote islands to cool cities not as commonly visited by the Asian traveller, this is for those of us who really want to experience the world. 
Rotterdam is the modern city cousin of Amsterdam. With eccentric architectural marvels such as the Cube Houses, Markthal, Witte Huis, and Euromast, Rotterdam is every architect’s dream. Beyond the innovative buildings and skyscrapers, Rotterdam’s calendar is full of festivals and cultural events. Fun Things to Explore Rotterdam 1) Indulge in Surinamese-Indonesian fusion food on Witte …
I often hear a misconception Singaporeans have about Morocco — that it is a Middle Eastern country filled with desert plains. Unbeknownst to them, Morocco, which is actually located in North Africa, has so much more to offer than the Sahara Desert. I visited Morocco for a week when I was studying in France because …
Few Singaporeans know the impact that the small Armenian community in Singapore had on the development of the city-state. In fact, they make up of Singapore’s smallest minority, with less than 700 Armenians over the span of 200 years. Yet, we all know the fruits of their labour, namely the Raffles Hotel, the Straits Times …
Santorini has been touted as having one of the most beautiful sunsets in the world, and there’s only one way for me to find out! Packing up my bags at the beach-laden island of Mykonos, I boarded a fast-speed Catamaran to join the Santorini dream. Two and half hours later, we docked at Athinios Port …
Jordan may have some testy neighbours, but it is easily one of the safest in the region. It hides some of the world’s most well-preserved ancient world relics, which is why it has remained a dream destination for those in the know. Stunning Instagram shots featuring the magical Petra have also kept Jordan tours in …
The city has rocketed to fame after its stony landscapes set the scene for the twists and turns of epic TV series, Game of Thrones. See what the Croatian city looks like to visitors in this drone video by Expedia, winding through the streets of Dubrovnik and peering down from above to see the rocky …
As soon as the peaks of Everest and Kanchenjunga emerged from behind the clouds, my sister and I went shutter crazy. We were on a flight to Bhutan, and we were hovering over the mighty Himalayas. Mandira, a Bhutanese girl who had made friends with us on the flight, looked bemused at our child-like glee. …
With unspoiled nature, vibrant marine life and picturesque seascapes, the heavenly islands of Sipadan and Tun Sukaran Marine Park (aka as Semporna Islands Park) can be hard to resist. Not just for divers, but for anybody who needs to answer the lure of the ocean. Tucked away to the east of Semporna Town in the …
Tana Toraja, a highland region of Southern Sulawesi in Indonesia, is an underexplored land with an experience beyond belief. Aside from beautiful mountainous scenery and intricate Tongkonan architecture, Toraja is a place where death is not only embraced but also celebrated elaborately and lavishly.Tongkonan traditional house, which features a roof shaped like an upturned boat …
As the ancient capital of Japan, Nara boasts some of the most impressive sights (and deer!) throughout the country. There are indeed numerous beautiful temples in Nara, but you don’t have to worry about not being able to see everything in one day. The main attractions in Nara are located pretty close to each other around …
