Largest Islands in the World
The thing about the islands on our planet is that only the small ones get so much attention. Almost everyone knows about Seychelles, the Maldives, Bora Bora, Bali, and so on, in terms of vacation and travels, but very few are interested in large islands such as Java, New Guinea, and Greenland. Plus most of us […]
Largest Museums in the World
Since we began travelling as a family, we have visited almost all the continents, all the major cities around the world, the most popular tourist attractions around the world and experienced different cultures. Though we like trying out new things, one item that never misses in our bucket list is a visit to museums. Having […]
Ideas for a short getaway from KL
Kuala Lumpur is a bustling city with numerous worldwide recognized landmarks such as the Petronas Twin Towers, Batu Caves, Petaling Street flea market, and more. It is one of the most visited cities in the world and so it is normal for you to want an escape from its hectic lifestyle even it for just […]
Things to do in Johor Bahru
For many years, at least since Singapore became a global megacity, Johor Bahru has been used as a getaway for people looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of Singapore. That is made easy by the fact that the two cities are just less than an hour’s drive between them. Read how to get from […]
Johor Bahru to Singapore
Malaysian Johor Bahru is a town located on the border with Singapore. Singapore city is only 23 miles away. We stopped in Johor Bahru on our way from Kuala Lumpur, spent a few days, and after that, we went exploring Singapore with kids. Even though the crossing border was easy, it wasn’t as straight forward […]
Weirdest food in the world
My fascination with weird food came with travelling. My first introduction to “strange food” was balut in the Philippines, and I couldn’t eat it. A few years later, on business trips from my job in Kazakhstan, I discovered the food markets of Beijing and Seoul. Again I regret (now) that I didn’t try the Chinese […]
Cambodia with Kids
We were initially attracted to Cambodia by Siem Reap and Angkor Wat, but once we got there we found much more and we enjoy our family holiday in Cambodia and discovering Cambodia with kids. Introduction to Cambodia as a Tourist Destination Each country in the Far East has earned its own special status depending on […]
Bali to Gili Islands: How to Get from Bali to Gili Islands
Gili Islands, also known as Kepulauan Gili and Tiga Gili, are an archipelago of three islands just off the northwest shores of Lombok, near Bali in Indonesia. They comprise Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air. The Gili Islands are famous for drawing large numbers of tourists due to their incredibly beautiful landscapes. With attractive […]
33 Yummy Asian Fruits
Asia is known for its exotic travel destinations. Visitors come to this side of the world for historical sites, beautiful beaches, awe-inspiring architecture and townscape, food, and many other activities. However, apart from occasional fruit snacks served in some street markets, many tourists will not really have tasted all the Asian fruits this continent offers. […]
Vietnam Souvenirs
Vietnam is a culturally rich country and a great place to collect mementos. What is Vietnam famous for? We have lots of wonderful Vietnamese souvenirs, some from historical places, some handmade by us in craft workshops, some bought in markets or in souvenirs shops. In this post, we share with you the best souvenirs to […]