Travel articles about places to visit and things you can do solo.
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 …
“Are you sure it’s safe?” – that was the overwhelming question I got when I announced that I was putting together my Medellin travel guide. A common impression Singaporeans have of the town in the Antioquia region of central Colombia bases off Netflix’s …
Berlin is quickly becoming Europe’s cultural capital, one of those special cities that are brimming with creativity, progressive values, and a history that’s been through the hero’s journey. I found Berlin unpretentiously charming with a vibrant nightlife and delicious food. …
Happy Valentine’s Day! If you’re single, you’re probably not in the mood for witnessing public displays of affection. What do you say, you plan your escape from the crowds of adoring couples that will soon crowd your favourite go-to restaurant …
The capital city of Austria, Vienna, is the largest city in the country. Better yet, the historic city centre is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Also known as the world’s music capital, many famous composers have lived in …
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 …
Yoga has become increasingly popular worldwide — that also means more and more places to practice yoga are popping up, but the only gripe is that it could be hard to find classes of consistent quality. However, there are still …
Travelling solo can be the most freeing experience there is, but it pays to keep a few things in mind in order to get the best out of your trip. In the recent Hollywood movie adaptation of Cheryl Strayed’s book …
By Becky Wicks I was lucky enough to travel alone for the best part of three years, while I wrote three travel books for a publisher. It’s not so much the bad tattoo, the mind-melting ayahuasca experience or the dalliance …
In 2011, hungry for a big travel adventure, I packed a 60litre backpack and headed even further than ‘Down Under’ to experience a working holiday in New Zealand. Leaving Singapore behind, I had quite a few adventures in the 6 months …
