Active and Adventure
If you’re the kind of person who prefers to discover new destinations securely strapped into a pair of your favourite running shoes, this list is for you. Some of the most popular cities for a holiday away from Singapore, also have a great running culture and jog-friendly landscapes. If you like to keep fit on holiday or… Continue reading Running in the City
2 months ago, I’d never heard of Lagos. I suspect most Singaporeans haven’t either. Thanks to the wonders of the internet, I discovered this gem while planning my solo Eurotrip and decided to plot it into my itinerary, between my stops in Lisbon and Barcelona. What I found when I got there, to my surprise, was a wonderful charming… Continue reading Dolphins & Summer Perfection along the Algarve Portuguese Coast
Singapore blogger Jaren Chen took a long trip across beautiful New Zealand. Here he shares his top 10 must-dos of all the amazing things to do in New Zealand. For tips on planning your holiday in New Zealand, check out his previous post here. North Island 1. Ninety Mile Beach Travel to the tip of the North… Continue reading Travel Diaries: My Top 10 Picks of Fun Activities to do on New Zealand’s North Island
By Explorer Becky Wicks – “So, it’s basically salmon covered in sheep poo?” I asked my friend as we peered at the pink-packaged fish in a store called ‘Bónus’, which was ironically very expensive. “It’s not covered in poo. It’s just smoked in it,” he answered, tutting. “Good for the flavour.” We were in a… Continue reading Hunting down the Northern Lights in Iceland
Sometimes I find it hard to believe that I was born in such a magical place. I was born in a country covered in ice and snow. A country where wolves still run wild. And where you can travel for miles on end, companied with nothing but the purest of nature. Finland itself is a unique… Continue reading Go Explore the Finnish Lapland
By Explorer Gillian Birch – According to an ancient Japanese proverb, ‘He who does not climb Mount Fuji is a fool, but he who climbs Mount Fuji twice is also a fool’. For many people, climbing Mount Fuji is a rite of passage and around 200,000 people take on the challenge each summer. Standing at 3776 metres… Continue reading Hiker’s Guide to Climbing Mount Fuji
If you’re going for a rugged outdoor adventure, you’ll certainly need some essential travel gear such as hiking shoes, outdoor backpacks and camping equipment to keep you snug and comfortable. Here are the best places to source these necessities. Travel Gear For Sleeping: Lazada Shop: Online at Lazada’s website From thermal sleeping bags for sub-zero temperatures… Continue reading Where to Buy Outdoor Travel Clothes and Gear in Singapore
The best way to experience the Sydney Harbour Bridge is from right at top and those who attempt the climb are rewarded with the most beautiful view across the Sydney Harbour. The Sydney Harbour Bridge – affectionately dubbed the Coat Hanger by the locals – not only dominates the city’s harbour landscape, it is also… Continue reading Climbing the Coat Hanger – Sydney Harbour Bridge
By Kasey Clark Dragon-boat crews from around the world gather to participate in the magic of the annual Singapore Dragon Boat Festival. From its rich history and colourful rituals to the excitement of both the races and the spectators, here’s what makes the Singapore Dragon Boat Festival a must-see event. Don’t miss this year’s festivities on… Continue reading The pomp and pageantry of the Singapore Dragon Boat Festival