Our property prices are notoriously sky-high, but bet you didn’t know that these colossal mansions are cheaper than our condos! [dropcap]F[/dropcap]or most of us, our interaction with European castles is largely limited to visiting and taking photos of medieval halls, ...
Kai Tamin-Goh is surprised to discover how modern Inner Mongolia is and she shares her uncommon experiences with us [dropcap]I[/dropcap]n my teens, I had romantic notions of Mongolia, fed by my history teacher’s stories of Genghis Khan’s conquests and the ...
Ever wondered what strange and unique traditions other countries have? We take a look at how CNY is celebrated elsewhere Gifting red packets, loud lion dance performances and popping (fake) firecrackers are all Chinese New Year (CNY) traditions we’re used ...
Many of us have entertained fantasies of going away and retiring somewhere idyllic with our riches – here are our top picks for happily ever after havens So you want to retire and retreat into a peaceful corner of the world ...
It’s been called the greatest light show on Earth – the dancing lights of the Aurora Borealis is the stuff of legends and I went on the hunt for it [quote]“You cannot rob me of free nature’s grace, you cannot ...
Scout out the best parts in New Zealand that appeared in the Tolkien universe What do you think of when someone mentions New Zealand’s Hobbit trail? Many would imagine freely frolicking in the fields of Hobbiton, or gazing up at ...
We’ve begun dreaming of a white Christmas, and these beautiful destinations are stoking our fire When it comes to Christmas, our minds are over-active with imagining romantic towns and white snowy villages across the globe. Sadly, we don’t get much ...
Europe has many draws including stunning architecture, fascinating history and the picturesque countryside; one of its finest aspects is its food Many people travel the world to catch a glimpse of famous icons such as the Leaning Tower of Pisa, ...
Craving peace and comfort? Here are some of the best destinations for serenity and self-discovery Remember when your vacation was ruined by a rushed schedule, stressed-out travel partners, or disappointing tourist traps? I’m frazzled just by thinking about them. Travelling ...
Here are 8 reasons why you must visit Okinawa 1) The beaches and islands Okinawa overlaps the sub-tropical and tropical zones and, with the hundreds of islands, it has some of the best and most underrated beaches in the ...