Asia Archive
24 Feb 2017
How Much Money Will My Bali Holiday Cost?
Touristic brochures and articles present the Island of Gods as a luxurious retreat, but hardly anyone ever says, “Bali is too expensive”. The variables Almost anything can vary in price, from your plane ticket to your bar drink. You can begin saving with your airfare if you book early, with choosing cheaper accommodation, eating where
15 Apr 2016
Top Things to do in Bandung
Bandung is the capital of the Indonesian West Java province, a colonial city that is surrounded by volcanos and vast tea plantations. Bandung is a thoroughly modern city that houses an excellent university, some fantastic colonial and deco architecture and has become something of a hotspot for shopaholics. If you are visiting Indonesia this year
18 Jan 2016
The 5 Most Vegetarian-Friendly Countries in the World
Food is one of the best parts of traveling, so why should carnivores hog all the fun? These are some countries that will have even your most bacon loving buds begging for vegetarian seconds. Here is a list of the five most vegetarian-friendly countries in the world. India India is home to seventy percent of the world’s
18 Dec 2015
The Essential Narita Airport Layover Guide
Go Sightseeing in Narita City While it may be nearly two hours to Tokyo by train, this international airport’s proximity to Narita City means travellers can still get a feel for Japanese culture while they’re in between flights. Make a beeline to this oft overlooked destination and discover a fascinating cityscape, brimming with historic shrines,
18 Aug 2015
Rediscovering Yourself in Asia
Anybody who says that there is nothing for them to personally enjoy in Asia is, quite simply, wrong. A continent so vast in size and broad in cultural spectrum, Asia should be regarded by all as the number one destination for adventurous travel, particularly with regards to people who are seeking to do a
14 May 2015
3 of the Strangest Experiences You Can Have While Traveling
It was William Hazlitt who said that a journey is a voluntary form of self-alienation – an escape from the familiar and a quest for something refreshingly new. And yet, he also notes that every journey and destination must have some tinge of familiarity, if only to comfort the traveler and keep him grounded. Every
22 Feb 2015
Top Reasons To Visit Vietnam
The top reasons to visit Vietnam are inspired by the new experiences promised by a beautiful country reborn from decades of war. The Vietnam War destroyed many parts of this SE Asian paradise, but the government has invested a lot of money in recent decades in improving infrastructure, transportation and modernization to the point where
22 Feb 2015
6 Signs you’ve Survived a Trip to Asia
Asia is a beautiful place with many types of cultures. But there is plenty you need to know to survive and not sweat the small things on your trip. If you’ve already been there, you may or may not be able to confirm these! You Know That “Mild Hot” Means VERY Hot (Reference: http://qz.com/) You
05 Aug 2013
Safety Travel Tips for Thailand
Thailand is one of the most beautiful countries in the world and tourists are blown away by its beauty. Whilst being one of the safest places to travel in South East Asia, like any other country, some dangers may be lurking if you’re not paying enough attention to your safety and well-being. This post provides
20 Apr 2013
An Indian Ocean paradise – The Maldives
The Maldives are paradise, in the truest sense of the word. World-class spas, stunning beaches, a beautiful underwater world to discover – for a true relaxation holiday, this is where you need to be heading. The Indian Ocean islands are all stunning in their own right, so what makes the Maldives so special? Well, I’m
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