Itching for a getaway? How about dipping your toes in paradise on some pretty islands near Singapore. Where to go in Malaysia, you may wonder. On top of popular cities like Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Malacca, there are several islands …
2 months ago, I’d never heard of Lagos. I suspect most Singaporeans haven’t either. Thanks to the wonders of the internet, I discovered this gem while planning my solo Eurotrip and decided to plot it into my itinerary, between my stops in Lisbon and …
After ten fidgety hours of flight time, we were looking forward to a slice of tranquil heaven on this gorgeous Melanesian island of FIJI. Flight attendants aside, the first people to greet us were chocolate-toned frizzy-haired tour staff with beaming …
Sao Paolo, Brazil – Experience the diversity of this Sao Paolo’s cultural offerings, visit religious buildings or practice Portuguese with locals in nightclubs or shady parks. Brazil’s largest city is often overlooked as merely a business center, but a recent …
Lima is the capital of Peru, most well known for being inhabited by the Incas. That alone is huge draw for travellers looking to explore evidence of one of the earliest known civilisations. Today, the Peruvian capital is a feast …
Fiji is the picture of paradise. After travelling from Singapore to Fiji last month, I am filled with love for the Fiji islands and the warm and jovial Fijian people. Yes, it feels like paradise too. The waters are as …
I must admit I knew very little when I was flying in to Fiji. The only rough picture I had in my head was that some parts of Fiji have amazing resorts with azure waters to rival the likes of …
By Explorer Helen Alexander – Cambodia’s ancient temples attract thousands of international visitors every year. But if joining the tourist masses doesn’t appeal to you, there are still plenty of atmospheric and off-the-beaten-track buildings to explore, plus a range …
Sometimes I find it hard to believe that I was born in such a magical place. I was born in a country covered in ice and snow. A country where wolves still run wild. And where you can travel for …
Beijing is not a city known for its peace and quiet. So when I heard about Mountainyoga – which has a retreat centre just a few kilometres from the teeming city centre – I was intrigued. Would it be possible …
