Travelling is a great way to open ourselves up to new countries, and their fascinating cultures. One of the best ways to do so is to dive straight into the local and authentic cuisine. Say yes to the unknown and try new things, which Vietnam certainly ensures. Vietnam, known to serve up some of the […]
Prepare for a culinary adventure! Singapore’s multi-ethnic culture and heritage are serving up an increasingly vibrant food scene. From its hawkers’ stalls to fine dining restaurants it’s a true foodies delight! Singapore’s cuisine is as diverse as the destination. As a living seaport, Singapore has been enriched with flavours from the native Malays and the […]
We all know about the trademark white Christmas. What many travellers don’t know is that a festive holiday with all the traditional trimmings is possible in an Asia winter wonderland. Not only will you get the tinsel and the snow, there are some of the best celebrations in the world still untainted by mass tourism […]
I don’t do yoga! The mention of the ‘downward dog’ leaves me in a rhapsody of laughter. I’ve even tried goat yoga but broke away from the ‘peace circle’ to play with the therapy animals. Meditation … an excuse to compile the weekly grocery list. My pursuit of wellness is through travel. While Wellness Tourism […]
The Japanese love taking a bath – I am from Japan, so I know this more than anyone! Considered unusual and strange by many foreign visitors to Japan, the custom of public onsen bathing has been central to Japanese culture for centuries. Please enjoy my Beginner’s Guide to Japan’s Onsen Culture, where hopefully, I can […]
I get cabin fever. I’m definitely not one of the 28.5 million passengers who expected to take an ocean cruise this year for their holiday. There’s obvious mass appeal for this style of travelling for many good reasons, but my preferred cruising experience doesn’t include huge ships and fighting for a deckchair. What I would, […]