Beijing is a massive capital city with a population of 11 million residents. Its subway system is the third largest in the world and makes it really convenient to get around the city. However, the distances between stations are big so be careful not to miss your stop. Beijing feels like an international city brimming …
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Manila is a chaotic, congested, polluted, crowded and dirty city. There is even a large rubbish dump in the middle of the city where children will play in it and scavage for stuff, but conditions have largely improved over the years and there is a strong sense of community among the people living there. Contrast …
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Of all the public transport systems that I’ve taken during my travels around the world, the one in Manila has got to be the worst. Please read on to find out more. So, feeling adventurous today, I decided to try out the various modes of public transport in Manila. I took the jeepney and the …
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Instead of going back to Cebu to catch the bus to Oslob, we managed to get a direct ferry from Panglao to Oslob to watch the whale sharks. Oslob does not have a nice beach like Alona, but many tourists flock here to be able to swim with the whale sharks. It costs 1000P for …
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Cebu is located in the Visayas region of the Philippines and it contains many islands, which makes it the perfect beach and diving paradise. Fret not for those who do not know how to dive, you can either enjoy sunbathing by the beach or rent a boat out for island hopping and snorkelling. There are …
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**Update 26 Sep 2019** Currently, instead of going down to the Russian embassy, there is a dedicated team at the Russian Visa Application Center in Singapore to apply for your tourist visa. Address : Cecil street 135, level 8, Singapore 069536 Website: http://www.vfsglobal.com/russia/singapore Telephone number: +65 6692 9873, Email: info.rusg@vfshelpline.com. The Russian Visa Application Center …
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Kazakhstan Embassy Address: 1 Kim Seng Promenade #09-04/05 Great World City, East Office Tower Singapore 237994 Tel: 6536 6100 Email: embassy@kazakhstan.org.sg Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan The Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan is accredited to Singapore, Australia and New Zealand, with its office at Great World City. Since one of the stops along …
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So many people have been asking me how do I manage to fund my extensive travels, as it always seems that I am on the move. So far this year, I’ve been doing one overseas trip each month (Myanmar, Japan, Malaysia and coming up soon, the Philippines), adding new countries to my growing list. I …
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It’s the light. Silvery, crystalline, temperate, it bounces off the Pacific and the wide expenses of San Francisco Bay and fills the city with optimism. It takes the long, orange-red track of Golden Gate Bridge, sets it against a luminescent blue sky, and renders it exhilarating, breathtaking. It picks out the tiny, ornate details of …
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Cape Town is one of South Africa’s most popular tourist destinations. It is the country’s second most populous city and people often mistake it as the capital city. Nestled under the majestic Table mountain and the Victoria waterfront, it makes an exciting destination to visit. Other nearby places include Cape Point which is touted as …
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Prague is the best-preserved historic capital of Europe. It is also one of the most beautiful and full of character that is resembles a scene from a fairytale. Views everywhere, from hills, balconies, church towers and domes look out over the city of 100 spires. At ground level, squares both grand and intimate are interconnected …
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I have been busy planning for my graduation trip which is going to take place in about 5 weeks time! So far, I have bought 3 flight tickets. My start point is Beijing and my end point is Stockholm, a total of 6704km. These are the flight tickets that I have bought so far (sunken …
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Numerous free things in Oslo can help you cut down on travel expenses and spend less money than other Oslo visitors. These are some of Oslo’s best free sights and attractions. 1. Free Attraction: The Changing of the Guard Every day at 1:30 pm, one of Oslo’s best free events takes place. The royal guards …
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In preparation for my upcoming Philippines trip, I’ve been doing some reading up and shortlisted the activities that caught my attention. It is not possible to see everything the Philippines has to offer in one trip – and I don’t even suggest that you try. What follows is a selective taste of the country’s highlights: …
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Since it was e-learning week, me and a few friends decided to go to Malaysia to get our open waters diving license. Southeast Asia is known for its beautiful beaches and there are many dive sites for you to admire the rich marine biodiversity and beautiful coral reefs teeming with marine animals. I had always …
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Tokyo is the world’s largest city, filled with high-rise buildings, neon lights, game arcades, gadget stores and random stuff. It is a thronging, pulsating and kaleidoscopic city that blends in the familiar elements of international urban living with a touch of Japanese ingenuity and design to create a unique world of its own. It is …
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Abashiri is located at 44 degrees north latitude, and the shores of the Okhotsk sea are the southernmost point where the ocean freezes. In Abashiri, drift ice sightseeing ” icebreaking ship Aurora is a popular leisurely cruise that will take you out to sea to see the ice breaking activity. That was the main aim …
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Update: The Hokkaido Earthquake of September 6, 2018 did not cause any damage in Hakodate, and all local hotels and tourist establishments are operating normally. Today was a great start to the day because it was snowing lightly as I left the house to walk to the subway station. I had planned a day trip to …
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Hokkaido is situated in the northern part of Japan and is famous for its snowy landscapes, ski resorts, milk products, ice cream etc. In summer you can view the lavender fields, while in winter the whole area is covered in a thick layer of snow, like the icing on a cake. Visiting Hokkaido has always …
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Otaru (小樽) is a small harbor city, about half an hour northwest of Sapporo by train. Its beautifully preserved canal area and interesting herring mansions make Otaru a pleasant day trip from Sapporo or a nice stop en route to or from Niseko or the Shakotan Peninsula. From the early days of Hokkaido’s colonization in the late 1800s, Otaru served as a major trade and …
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The main reason that I decided to go to Tokyo during my recess week is because I managed to get a slot for the Tokyo marathon. It is one of the six marathons in the world (Berlin, London, Boston, New York and Chicago) under the World Marathon Majors. Being the only one that is in …
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Cross the Stone bridge and you will find yourself in a different world. The old town of Carsija is floored by cobbled paths and dominated by Ottoman minarets, domed Turkish baths and Orthodox churches. There is a clear division between the Muslim and Orthodox halves, but that’s where the intriguing roots of Macedonia can be …
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Yangon is just another big city, I would recommend that you don’t spend too much time in this city and head out to visit other parts of Myanmar. Yangon is currently served by budget airlines such as Tigerair, Jetstar, Airasia, and national airlines such as Singapore Airlines, SilkAir, MAI. The duration of the flight is …
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For our second day at Bagan, we rented an ebike for the whole day because it is so much more convenient to get around. Our first stop was the chldren’s house. The three local children (Yiyi, Junjun and Somsom) whom we met randomly yesterday and had lunch together, had agreed to bring us out. We …
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