If this is your first time on safari, packing can be a daunting task. Here's a detailed safari packing list. I’m a firm believer in ‘less is more’. The less you pack, the more convenient it will be to move around and the happier you'll be. We almost always travel with carry-on only (even when[...]
Trekking in Kyrgyzstan is the highlight for many of those traveling in Central Asia. My friend Stephen Lioy, Central Asia expert, shares his expertise on trekking in Kyrgyzstan. Trekking in Kyrgyzstan is becoming increasingly popular among independent tourists looking for an offbeat trav[...]
Travel to Swaziland can be a truly surprising experience. Here's my Swaziland guide to help you plan your adventure in Africa's smallest country. Sandwiched between South Africa and Mozambique, the Kingdom of Swaziland (now known as Eswatini) is a tiny nation often described as ‘Africa in a nut[...]
Not sure if you should go on an African safari with kids? Think again. It just takes some planning, for both you and your kids to have the adventure of a lifetime. I’ve been to Africa around 30 times: from Tanzania to Uganda, Madagascar to Benin. It’s my favorite continent, and I try to visit at[...]
Taipei is an exciting and vibrant city in Asia that's often overlooked by travelers. Here's a look at some awesome things to do in Taipei, Taiwan, a complete travel guide! On my short trip to Taiwan, I celebrated the milestone of reaching my 100th country. This trip was a particularly special o[...]
From Kilimanjaro to K2, here is a curated list of the best treks in the world, ranked on difficulty level. The best treks in the world are no walks in the park. But they're sure to challenge you physically and mentally, while amplifying your view of a country. Without further ado, here are the 10 be[...]
If you are looking to travel Tibet, this post will show you some of the best Tibet itinerary ideas to help you plan your own adventure. Tibet is a spiritual place that has the power to move even the most hardened traveler. This remote, far-flung region is seemingly in a world of its own, with f[...]
Are you planning to travel Faroe Islands? Here's my complete Faroe Islands travel guide and itinerary with details on the best places to explore, eat and sleep in 4 days. In the depths of the Atlantic Ocean, tiny islands with jagged peaks and vertiginous cliff faces jut out from the sea, piercing in[...]
I knew nothing about Cape Verde before my trip and ended up loving it way more than I expected to. Here's my recommended things to do in Cape Verde. Located 500km off the coast of West Africa, Cape Verde (also known as Cabo Verde) is a group of 10 islands and five islets. The once uninhabited islan[...]
Are you wondering what's a transatlantic cruise like? I've just returned from a transatlantic cruise with my kid and I'm sharing my experience and some tips here on transatlantic repositioning cruises. My Experience on a Transatlantic Cruise Before my recent transatlantic journey with my 3-year-[...]
If you’re planning to ski Slovakia with kids, we recommend Park Snow Donovaly for stunning landscapes, easy access, powder lines and beer for €2 a pint! Travel has always been my life, my passion and my everything. So when my daughter came along, I knew travel would become a big part of her l[...]
Travel the northernmost region of Europe on one of the greatest rail journeys in the world: the Arctic Circle Train and see Lapland by train. Extending for hundreds of miles above the Arctic Circle, Lapland is one of the last remaining wildernesses in Europe. For many, this northern extreme is a[...]
The Caminito del Rey is lauded as Spain's best hike for many reasons. Here's my detailed guide to walking the Caminito del Rey. In the seven years that we lived in Spain, we did plenty of hikes in the Sierra Nevada mountains and all over the Granada province. But none of them compared to the Camini[...]
A collection of great rail journeys around the world: from the legendary Trans-Siberian railway to the Australia’s Ghan. There's something romantic about train travel. Perhaps it's the hypnotic chugging of the wheels. Or maybe it's the notion of seeing the world fly by outside your window that ma[...]
For those who are going to travel the Pearl of the Middle East, I’m sharing my one-week Lebanon itinerary to help you plan your own journey. Lebanon: a name that many still associate with war and the Hezbollah even after 20 years the civil war has ended. Lebanon used to be a tormented land[...]
Planning a trip to Amsterdam? The coolest place to go in Amsterdam at the moment is De Hallen Amsterdam, a cultural complex converted from a former tram depot. Since moving to Amsterdam three months ago, we have been doing lots of exploring to get ourselves acquainted with the city. We've seen the[...]
Most visitors to Amsterdam rarely venture beyond the city centre, which is such a shame. Here's a guide to Oud West Amsterdam, one of my favorite neighborhoods. Fun fact: Amsterdam is a lot more than marijuana brownies and prostitutes. Amsterdam’s compact medieval centre may be packed with coff[...]
A detailed guide for those who are moving to Amsterdam, based on our personal experience. After living in Spain for around seven years, I was feeling restless and out of love with my adopted home. It was time for a change. We didn’t want to be nomadic (tried it and it wasn’t for us); we wante[...]
Whether you’re driving along the stunning coasts or deep into the Outback, these road trips in Australia will be sure to leave you in awe. I've traveled on four wheels all over Australia, from the rugged Top End all the way to Tasmania's east coast, and somewhere between the rural west coast and t[...]
To help you figure out where to go on Caribbean family vacations, I’ve compiled a list of the best Caribbean islands for families.
Whenever I tell people where I'm traveling next, the immediate question is often "why do you travel to dangerous places"? Here's why. In the past decade of travels, I’ve visited several places that are considered ‘dangerous’ by many: North Korea, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Iran, Haiti[...]
Having traveled to 140 countries, I've seen my fair share of the world. Here's a list of the most beautiful natural wonders of the world in my opinion. Massive volcanic craters, acres of raw jungle and stretch of deserted sand dunes: the work of Mother Earth is just incredible. Thanks to these natu[...]
2017 has been a year of transition and plenty of travels as we took a 3-month sabbatical off to travel in the first half of the year, and moved to a new country in the second half. This year alone, I traveled to 16 countries: of which 11 were with my husband and daughter. I actually covered more cou[...]
My life as a travel blogger really isn't as glamorous or exciting as everyone thinks it is. Here's the reality and what goes behind the scenes. I get it. You see updates from me in Ethiopia one day and Antarctica the next; my social media channels are constantly filled with photos of beaches, mount[...]
Belize was one of the highlights of our five-month trip in South and Central America. Here are our personal recommendations on the top things to do on Caye Caulker! Traveling from Mexico to the Caribbean coast of Belize, I’d be lying if I said I didn’t welcome the transition. From the touristy[...]
Cows roam freely on the rolling green hills, the sounds of their bells ringing in the distance; women dressed in perfectly fitted dirndls smile and wave, while men in their lederhosen belt out tunes with their accordion in hand. Welcome to Kufsteinerland, Austria. With fairy-tale castles, picture[...]
Ever heard of the tiny country called Liechtenstein? Here's a list of best things to do in Liechtenstein. There's something about tiny countries that intrigue me. You see, I'm from a tiny nation (Singapore) myself. So I know how it's like to live in a small country. Ever since I got hooked on trave[...]
With gorgeous beaches, family-friendly activities and resorts, Dominican Republic is a great island for family travelers. Here's my guide on traveling Dominican Republic with kids. Miles and miles of powdery white sand and spearmint blue water: the Dominican Republic is just as dreamy as I'd ima[...]
After years of poor governing and earthquakes, Cap Haitien is struggling to get back on its feet. Here's a look at the things to do in Cap Haïtien, Haiti. Located on the northern coast of Haiti, Cap Haïtien was historically nicknamed “The Paris of the Antilles” for its wealth and sophistic[...]
From climbing active volcanoes to surfing on the legendary beaches and wildlife watching, these are the best things to do in Costa Rica. For a relatively small country, Costa Rica certainly packs in a lot of variety: from volcanoes, great surfs, miles of beaches to rainforests and awe-inspiring w[...]