While Nepal is a mecca for hikers and nature lovers who want to get up close and personal with the imposing Himalayas, the South Asian country is also a treasure trove of rich history, elaborate religious monuments, and infinite hospitality. For those who are not ready to take up the challenge of high-altitude, long-distance trekking, … Continue reading One Day in Kathmandu Itinerary
As I don’t know how to drive, planning a snowboarding trip from Toronto was challenging. After researching online for hours, Blue Mountain seems like my best option thanks to the daily shuttle service run by AU Coach Tours between downtown and the resort. It departs from City Hall at 8:30 am (other locations and pick-up … Continue reading Snowboarding Trip to Blue Mountain (with Shuttle from Toronto)
Famed as the habitat for quokkas - the happiest animal on Earth - Rottnest Island welcomes 800,000 visitors annually. Just a 30-minute ferry ride off the coast of Perth, you would find yourself in a paradise brimming with sublime beaches, turquoise water, and an array of wildlife, which makes it a perfect day trip for … Continue reading A Day Trip on Rottnest Island
Oxford is famous for its prestigious university, but even if you have no intention to study there, it is also worth a day trip to explore its rich history and culture. Going there from London is easy and convenient. A direct train operated by Great Western Railway will take you from Paddington station to Oxford … Continue reading A Day Trip to Oxford (Visit All Top Attractions)
To celebrate its 50th anniversary, the Van Gogh Museum has launched a special exhibition in collaboration with Pokémon, a popular Japanese media franchise that has been a big part of many people’s childhood. The paintings showcased are inspired by some of the masterpieces of the Dutch artist. You would see Pikachu wearing the grey felt … Continue reading Van Gogh x Pokémon in Amsterdam
Tokyo is a versatile capital city. It carries a youthful, energetic persona in one area, exude a calm, relaxing vibe in another, and take center stage in fashion and pop culture in the world. This time, we are taking you to Shibuya, one of the most popular regions in the city, and show you how … Continue reading A Day Itinerary Around Shibuya Station, Tokyo
Unless you’re going to a remote region lacking basic sustenance, food is generally a crucial part of a travel experience. While I may not be a fan of Jordanian cooking styles, I found their dessert landscape worth tucking into and coffee culture an inspiration. 1. Knafeh If you’re only going to have one dessert while … Continue reading Dessert & Coffee Culture in Jordan
After a wonderful trip in Petra, we headed down to the southern tip of Jordan, toward the border with Saudi Arabia, in a bid to get a taste of Mars on Earth. With its reddish-orange dunes colored by iron oxide and gargantuan sandstone and granite rock formations created by Mother Nature, Wadi Rum, aka the … Continue reading Wadi Rum: Visit Mars on Earth in Jordan
When I heard of Petra, the only thing that came to mind was the iconic, exquisitely decorated façade carved from a cliff of rosy sandstone, namely the Treasury. But this rock-cut capital city of the Nabateans that had lost to the Western world for hundreds of years has so much more to offer for travelers … Continue reading A Day in Petra – The Lost City of Jordan
Manuel Antonio National Park is a popular destination for first-timers traveling to Costa Rica, not only because of its vast diversity of tropical plants and wildlife but also its well-paved hiking trails that are both children and elderly-friendly. Matching with the surge in tourism, guided tours abound, room rates climb, and scams arise. Here are … Continue reading Things You Should Know Before Going to Manuel Antonio
Crystal on the journey 