Winter Highlight in France
Colourful lavender fields in Provence, wine tasting in the region of Bordeaux and sunbathing at the French Riviera – France attracts millions of tourists in summertime. But the country is just as mesmerizing in winter. Here are some travel ideas for those who would like to experience a different kind of France. Exploring the French
Giving A Destination A Second Chance
It was around 12 years ago when I had the opportunity to travel to Europe for the very first time—alone. Being a first-timer, I was very excited and wanted to see as much as I could. I spent over a month visiting Istanbul, Cappadocia, Budapest, Vienna, Berlin, Paris and Toulouse, which I did in a
Enjoying Finland: 4 Places to Go When Visiting Finland
Like its Scandinavia’s neighbour countries, Finland is blessed with natural richness and wonderful landscapes that you should witness at least once in your life. Pump your adrenaline rush by exploring Finland’s great outdoors, leaving you with a remarkable experience you will likely remember for the rest of your life. Hiking in Lapland Photos courtesy of
Korea Grand Sale: More than just a shopping experience
Korea has found a unique way to attract more tourists to visit the country in its low season. Since 2011, the country holds the Korea Grand Sale, a shopping paradise for visitors from abroad. The Korea Grand Sale, however, is more than just with great discounts – it is a shopping festival combined with touristic
Falling Under West Java’s Spell
For many different reasons, West Java makes the perfect holiday destination for weekend getaways. Only two to three hours drive away from Jakarta, the eclectic province offers a different experience from that in the metropolis. Think picturesque mountains, majestic volcanoes and lusciously green tea plantations on one side and vibrant art scenes on the other
Suku Sawang Orang Belitung Island
Belitung Island emerges gracefully out of the Java Sea inviting curiosity and exploration. It does not disappoint. It is unquestionably a place of extraordinary and untouched beauty. The beaches are chalky white, and are touted to be some of the most exquisite in South East Asia. Huge granite boulders rise out of the sea, forming
Living Like A Local in Singapore
Singapore doesn’t have a soul, many travellers often claim – but they couldn’t be more wrong. The island city-state boasts a rich heritage and a diverse culture; one only needs to find the right places to experience them. Hospitality owner and operator Far East Hospitality has recognized the immense potential of Singapore’s one-of-a-kind culture and
Unconventional Romantic Gateways
Keeping the excitement of romance in a relationship has proven to be quite a challenge for many couples. Most of them usually fall under the spell of the daily routine: they have a good life but it feels like a constant repetition – like a time loop where every day is just the same, similar
Adventurous Honeymoon Ideas
A honeymoon should be remembered as that one remarkable experience to kickstart every married couple’s journey, something that will be planted forever in your memory. One of the many ways to achieve that goal is spice it up with a little bit of adventure. Although wine, roses and couple spa will never fail to create
One Fine Day in Solo
The beauty of the sleepy, historic Central Javanese town called Solo (Surakarta) has a potent charm that keeps a lot of people coming back for more. For those with a penchant for bustling metropolitan lifestyle, Solo may not fit their liking. In Solo, life is a lot quieter and more slow-paced when compared with, say,
Hong Kong, Where East Meets West
Sitting on the southeast coast of China, on the Pearl River Delta and South China Sea, Hong Kong is one of Asia’s most thriving cities: the skyline of Victoria Harbor, embellished by dazzling lights at night, is a world-famous sight. It is, in fact, Hong Kong’s strategic location that has mainly determined both its economic
Butterflies and Palaces of Buton
Discovering obscure islands in Indonesia can bring the traveler face to face with ancient history, exotic island-bound animals and cultural experiences of extraordinary depths. When I found myself in Buton Island, I knew I had discovered a unique place indeed. Buton is just off the southeast peninsular of Sulawesi near the gateway to the famous
Travel Diaries: August 2016
North Sumatra is my favourite destination for a one week escape holiday. The people are warm and friendly, the scenery is sublime and the traditional architecture often sensational. Garuda now has flights from Jakarta direct to both Silangit — at the southern end of Lake Toba and just a hop and a skip to Samosir
