Free Apps that Solves Your Travel Distress

Photo from Adobe Stock For last-minute plans, budget travel and pre-trip organising, these apps deserve a shout-out for making life easier for all newbies, frequent and busy travellers. All apps are available on the App Store and Google Play. Best for Organising Plans ➤ TripIt TripIt keeps you on schedule whether it’s a business trip... Read More

News

October 9, 2019

Food for Talk: “Meat” up for Bah Kut Teh

Bah Kut Teh is probably the Malaysian dish that sparked the most conversation and controversy. Years ago, a pair of sex bloggers created a nationwide storm for their Bah Kut Teh photo posting as Ramadan greetings. Then, we also have netizens from Malaysia and Singapore fighting over the origin of Bah Kut Teh–each claiming the... Read More

Inspiration

October 8, 2019

Rasa Melaka – The Musical in Malacca Town

The long-running theatrical musical in Malacca City beckons travellers to the heritage town from now until 31 October 2020 for a delightful glimpse filled with laughter into Malacca’s rich history, arts and culture. Just 2 hours drive away from Kuala Lumpur, the historic state of Malaysia needs no introduction when it comes to its long-list... Read More

Events

October 7, 2019

The Lesser-Known Volcanic Island is an Absolute Gem for Travellers to Explore in Taiwan

By the eastern coast of Taiwan, the small volcanic island in the Philippine Sea is a scenic spot for travellers to seek pleasure in hot springs, snorkeling, diving and other adventures. The famous rock formations reminiscent of a Pekinese dog and Sleeping Beauty on the island. Photo from Adobe Stock What To Do The Lyudao... Read More

Travel

October 6, 2019

Places to Visit for a Day Trip at Kawasaki from Metropolitan Tokyo

Escape the crowd in Tokyo for a day and see the sights that this port city has to offer whether its a folk museum or historical temple. The populous industrial city of Kawasaki is just south of metropolitan Tokyo. As you enter the Kanagawa prefecture, towering factories and steel plants will be the welcoming sight;... Read More

Feature

October 5, 2019

Dark Tourism As An Emerging Trend and Places to Visit around Asia

Skulls from a mass grave of Khmer Rouge victims in Choeung Ek. Photo from Adobe Stock The compelling draw of tragedy, destruction, and death blurs the line for tourism. Most quests to understand history has turned into terror travel–which introduces dark tourism. How do I enjoy the rest of the holidays after my first visit... Read More

Feature

October 4, 2019

Sustainable Plant-based Dining in Hong Kong

It is altogether a new world in dining. When environmental passion meets dining, it is a revolutionary confluence of nature’s best gifts–warmly served on plates. Nectar, the high-end dining concept by award-winning chef and owner Peggy Chan tops our list with its plant-based gourmet cuisines. Setting the standard for overall wellness in dining, Nectar promises... Read More

Food

October 3, 2019

Open Farm Community Encourages Diners to Reconnect with Nature through Food

As a restaurant, Open Farm Community is known to be more than just an eating place–they familiarise themselves as being a community food project in Singapore. Established in 2015, the culinary team at Open Farm Community (OFC) takes the lead by encouraging diners to reconnect with their surroundings and nature through food. Lip-smacking roasted Anxin... Read More

Food

October 2, 2019

As the Second Largest Festival in Thailand, Here's All You Should Know About Loy Krathong

Happening on 11 November 2019, Loy Krathong is the second largest festival in Thailand after Songkran, the Thai New Year. Known as the festival of light, it marks an occasion to celebrate hope and love, banish bad luck and welcome good fortune. Photo from Adobe Stock What is Loy Krathong all about? The festival of... Read More

Feature

October 1, 2019

Places to Celebrate Loy Krathong in Thailand

Happening on 11 November 2019, Loy Krathong is the second largest festival in Thailand. Known as the festival of light, it marks an occasion to celebrate hope and love, banish bad luck and welcome good fortune. Loy Krathong is commemorated all over Thailand but the main places where the festival is celebrated on an impressive... Read More

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