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Tokyo: What are some must-visit spots in Tokyo?
Hi Sunil, The first thing on our to-do list was the Sensoji Temple It’s a FREE attraction listed in all the travel guides/blogs and we thought it was the best stop to start our trip into the Japanese culture. When it’s time to fill up your stomach... See More
Taipei: Good eats and fun things to do in Taipei (and Taiwan)?
Hi Brew, Check out the Memorial Palace Museum. Many buses take you there from Shilin Station. The highlight of the museum is the collection of Tibetan Canons containing ancient teachings, commissioned by the Chinese Emperor. The Taipei 101 Observatory... See More
Hong Kong: Must see attractions in Hong Kong?
Hi Tandy, Po Hing Fongand Tai Ping Shanare two nice neighborhoods next to each other. You can take a stroll and look at vintage shops and art galleries. “Chachawan” is the perfect spot to grab a bite. It’s creative Thai kitchen... See More
Singapore: Places to eat, places to go, things to do for a week?
Hi Patrick, My favorite neighborhood is the Arab quarter. Haji Lane is picturesque and the walls are decorated with unique graffiti. At sunset, the sun’s rays hit the mosque and paint everything with a golden light. Another cute neighborhood is Tiong Bahru. The Tiong... See More
Bali: Two week itinerary for Bali island
Hi Raymond, Kuta is the touristy part of the island, but Sanur is less crowded. Our apartment was perfect: private, with swimming pool immersed in the green. The beach in front of the Hyatt (10 min walk) is quiet (the hotel is in the construction phase... See More
Ha Long Bay: Recommended Tours?
Hi Gareth, We chose Paloma Cruise they organize the pick up at your hotel and the drop off (Old Quarter only). The drive takes around three hours. It’s a smaller boat and we liked that. They offer a variety of activities: kayaking, swimming, a visit to fishermen... See More
Hi Courtney, We stayed in Bangkok three times during our trip in Thailand. We used it as a connection point to move around the country. In Bangkok, you will find a lot of malls with food courts. They have a lot of options: restaurants or areas with... See More
Thailand: What are the best islands in Thailand?
Hi Laura, We had to do a lot of research before making a decision on the places to go because of conflicting information about transportation between islands. You’ll need a lot of flexibility to make everything work but all the hustle pays off. In the end, we chose Railay... See More
Australia: Best Things to visit in Australia ?
Hi Pascale, My husband and I spent three weeks in Australia. We went to Melbourne Twelve Apostles Tasmania then Road Trip Brisbane - Cairns. Melbourne is clean, walkable and has a lot of green areas where you will easily... See More
Tasmania: Must-see and do for 9 days in Tasmania
Hi Maylis, The main reason why we wanted to see Tasmania was Wineglass Baylocated in Freycinet National Park Wineglass is said to have the purest air and water on earth. HOW TO GET THERE: It will take you around three hours via A3. Wake... See More
