Culture
This Lunar New Year, Expedia returns with a ‘roaring’ new set of travel predictions for the Year of the Tiger, developed by popular Hong Kong-based Fengshui Master, Qi Xian Yu. The 2022 edition of the Expedia Feng Shui Travel Guide analysed the factors that will bring forth the best travel fortunes for each of the… Continue reading Expedia Fengshui Travel Guide 2022
Few regions in India are as culturally multifaceted as Rajasthan, literally translated as the Land of Kings. Its innumerable forts and maharaja’s palaces set the stage for the region’s majestic royal heritage and rich medieval past. Entering Rajasthan, it’s hard not to be enchanted by the way the light, sifting through the dust of the desert,… Continue reading Rajasthan Travel Itinerary: What to Do in the Land of Kings
I love flying into regional European airports like Florence (Firenze). There are no baggage or immigration delays. You can check into your hotel and start checking off the things to do in Florence within an hour of landing. On my KLM flight from Kuala Lumpur to Florence via Amsterdam, I read up on the city.… Continue reading Best Things to do in Florence: Sights, Shopping, Food & More!
It is only natural that first-time visitors to France travel to Paris. However, there is much more to see and it was Montpellier in the south of France that captured my attention on my most recent European trip. Montpellier’s eclectic architecture has even made it New York Times’ most forward-thinking city in the country. You could plan… Continue reading Montpellier from the Mediterranean to the Mountains: Best Things to Do
Summer’s the best time to plan those unforgettable Barcelona holidays. During these warm sunny days, the European city is busy with cultural events, music festivals happening every other week, and delicious food. Barcelona Attractions in Pictures Standing on the terrace by the entrance of Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya on top of Montjuic Hill, I got a panoramic view of… Continue reading Barcelona – Photo Diary
Berlin is quickly becoming Europe’s cultural capital, one of those special cities that are brimming with creativity, progressive values, and a history that’s been through the hero’s journey. I found Berlin unpretentiously charming with a vibrant nightlife and delicious food. Here are some of the top things to do in Berlin during your visit. The… Continue reading Cultural Top Sights I Loved in Berlin
Mention Rome and the Colosseum typically ranks high on must-visit lists of many travellers. The ancient amphitheatre, which is grandly adorned with stately Corinthian columns, is synonymous with the eternal city. Find out how you can make the most of your trip to the Colosseum. When in Rome… 10 am: Colosseum, here I come! Kill… Continue reading Colosseum: Rome’s Ancient Sight To Behold
Completing a journey to a site that is of utmost spiritual importance can be deeply transformative and rich with meaning. For Catholics, pilgrimages are important in the spiritual life journey, and a way of expressing penance or devotion to their faith. With an active religious community in Singapore, many Catholics here do try to make… Continue reading 7 Important Catholic Pilgrimage Sites Around The World – Plan Your Own Tour
There’s something special about exploring a place far off the typical tourist’s bucket list. Forget Paris, London or Munich. My recent trip to the Baltic trio of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania opened my eyes to a whole new side of Europe. My friend and I wanted to escape the hordes of tour groups inevitably crowding… Continue reading Exploring Eastern Europe on budget: 3 Countries, 7 days, S$1300