Singapore at Its Best – 3 Reasons to Visit
Travelling in Asia will never be complete if you haven't experienced the beautiful city of Singapore.
Don’t be fooled by its size because although this country may be small, it's the most advanced metropolis in...
Taieri Gorge Railway – Combining History and Charm
Updated November 2018
I braced myself against the safety rail at the end of the carriage and squinted as the wind and splashes of rain caught my face.
Nevertheless, I was determined to take a photo....
Rajasthan – The Enchanting Land of Kings
The Land of Kings
Rajasthan, is surely the most colourful and unique state in Northern India, if not all of India. Its capital, Jaipur, the “Pink City”, derives its name from the reddish-pink stones...
Day 17 – 22 April 2011 – Match Day Ticket Frenzy
Updated October 2021
We decided to have another flexible day today. Rhys finally awoke just after 9:30. His body alarm clock must have alerted him to the hotel’s breakfast service closing at 10:00!
We finally managed...
Day 13 – 18 April 2011 – “Blob Out” Day
Updated October 2021
We officially declared today a “blob out” day – government buildings and monuments were still closed and we had some packing to do.
Feeling a bit under the weather today, I had breakfast...
Dunedin – Chocolate, Hops and Albatrosses
Update: Cadbury World closed permanently in May 2018
We only had two days and chose to focus on Cadbury World’s Tasting Tour, Speights’ Brewery Tour and a guided tour at the Royal Albatross Centre.
Yet, Dunedin...
Chasing Rainbows – Holi in Jaipur
Ah, Holi 2024 in Jaipur. A kaleidoscopic carnival of colours that I've danced through umpteen times! Picture this: me, a seasoned Holi enthusiast, diving headfirst into the riotous sea of hues that wash over...
Cocktails in Jaipur: Unveiling Jaipur’s Mixology Magic
Are you searching for the best place to enjoy cocktails in Jaipur?
I have lived sporadically in Jaipur for several months each year for the last 8 years. Consequently, I've witnessed its evolution first-hand.
In my...
Hamburg: An Insider’s Guide to This Stress-Free City
Hamburg, nestled northern of Germany, is proud to call itself a “Free and Hanseatic City”. According to one recent survey, it’s one of the world’s least stressful cities.
It...
Experience the Ultimate Jet Boating Adventure on the Gold Coast
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Just a few minutes into our thrilling, 25-kilometre jet boating journey, I felt like James Bond racing down the Thames in The World Is Not Enough. But we weren't in London. We were speeding...
