Category: Asia
Guide To Ko Phi Phi Thailand, Beauty and Fun To The Max
What a wonderful island Ko Phi Phi is. Located on the South-West coast of Thailand, cradled within the marine-rich Andaman Sea, the island of Ko Phi Phi is full to the brim with some serious scenic abundance!
Getting to Phi Phi island couldn’t be easier. If you’re coming from Bangkok then you can get a train down to Surat Thani, which will take about eight hours, then get an air conditioned bus from Surat Thani across the country to Krabi. The bus journey will take about three hours and is usually quite comfortable. Once you get to Krabi, you then hop onto a ferry for a two hour journey that will take you to the little island of Ko Phi Phi.
Five Thrilling Adventure Activities in Singapore
It’s not all architecture, shopping and food that attracts travelers to Singapore, you’ll also find great adventure activities as well. Vacations offer everyone a great opportunity to unwind and relax, and some vacationers tour holiday destinations for the architectural grandeur and beautiful sights.
But for adventure junkies trapped inside a monotonous schedule of work, a state of relaxation (read complete inactivity) may not be as pleasurable as a fun-filled adventure vacation. One of my most adventurous trips was to Singapore. It was a bold plan, as Singapore is known for its cultural heritage, architectural marvels and great food. I never thought Singapore could appease my adventure hunger as well, but as I went in the search of adventure, I was amazed by the choices I found.
Bangkok’s Weird and Wonderful Restaurants
Bangkok is well known as the Sin City of Asia, turning its peculiar oddities into the very reason to visit. It comes as no surprise then that the city is home to a number of themed restaurants, from the seemingly straightforward to the downright strange. Here are five of our favourite weird and wonderful restaurants [...]
Take A Glimpse Into The Heart of Old Japan in Takayama
Takayama is also known as Hida-Takayama or 飛騨高山 for those of you willing to brave the difficult Japanese language. I highly recommend visiting this little piece of Japan located in Gifu Prefecture. It is something special compared to the more traveled locations around this lovely country. Takayama offers a more quiet and serene experience compared [...]
Cruising Into The Future – Where Cruising is Headed in 2013 and Beyond
Lind and I have just returned from attending Cruise Shipping Miami, a global cruise conference that brings together the world’s major cruise lines, destination representatives and ship building suppliers – quite a heady experience! For three days we attended seminars, chatted with cruise line CEOs and learned about where the world of cruising is headed [...]
Surprise Your Taste Buds in Thailand – 5 Must-Try Thai Dishes
Surprise Your Taste Buds in Thailand – 5 Thai Dishes You Must Try There are two things (three if I must mention my wife) I love about life – travel and food. These things are why I get up in the morning. Soon, it will be time for my seasonal trip to Thailand. My better [...]
A Visitor’s Guide to the Striking Art of Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur, part Chinatown and part Bollywood, is one of the fastest-growing metropolitan regions in Malaysia and a popular hub for culture and art. When you visit this federal capital, you will want to have a little background in Malaysian art to see why Kuala Lumpur could be a great choice for your next trip [...]
Where To Shop in Singapore – Top Spots For Amazing Bargains
Wondering where to shop in Singapore? Asian countries as shoppers heavens – offering extreme deals and a shopping experience like no other. But in my opinion, nowhere screams retail therapy like Singapore. It’s a mecca of consumerism, complete with boutique lined streets, futuristic entertainment malls, vintage markets, and easy to get lost in shopping centers. [...]
Romance, Hong Kong Style
Most people don’t think of Hong Kong as an especially romantic destination. Many travelers are more likely to book flights to Hong Kong for business, where they will spend several days sequestered in an office without much time to explore the city’s attractions. Even those who have visited Hong Kong might be surprised to learn [...]
What I Learned While Volunteering Abroad
When I graduated school, like many of my generation, I had no idea where I wanted to go. No aspirations on what I wanted to be. A friend suggested that volunteering abroad teaching English as a foreign language could help me get away from my problems and get a fresh perspective on things. I had [...]
