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Things to do in Langkawi (Kedah, Malaysia)
Situated 30km off the north-western Malaysian state of Kedah, Langkawi is one of the top tourist destinations in the country. This tropical island paradise in the Andaman Sea is famed for the turquoise waters surrounding its lush interior tropical rainforests. Having visited the island in Jun-2019, let us share with you the Top Things to…
Must-See Places in Lijiang 丽江 (Yunnan, China)
Lijiang (丽江) is a stunningly picturesque ancient city located in the northwest region of Yunnan province, China. It is home to the Naxi minority ethnic group and has a history of more than 800 years. Nestled in the mountainous region near the Yunnan/Sichuan border, the city is at an elevation of 2400m. A UNESCO World…
Lijiang Old Town Travel Guide, 丽江古城 (China)
Located in the picturesque province of Yunnan (云南), Lijiang Old Town (丽江古城) is one of China’s best-preserved ancient town. Home to the Naxi minority ethnic group, Lijiang has a history of more than 800 years. The old town is famed for its unique network of water system and ancient architecture styles. Such is its value,…
Things to do in Darwin, Australia
A magnificent harbour city that is also the gateway to several world-class national parks, Darwin is truly an ideal destination for adventure lovers. From lively markets and insightful museums, to majestic wildlife and exotic outback adventures. The laid-back yet colourful city certainly has plenty to offer. Join us as we share with you the Top…
Xi’an Attractions (Shaanxi, China)
Planning a trip to the ancient Chinese city of Xi’an? Looking for Instagram-worthy Xi’an attractions to fill your itinerary? Then look no further! Based on our March-2018 exploration of Xi’an city, we’ve come up with the perfect list of Xi’an attractions that will surely fire up your Xi’an holiday! Go ahead and share this list…
How to get to Huashan from Xi’an
Famously known as the mountain with one of the world’s “Most Dangerous Hiking Trail”, Huashan (华山, Mount Hua) is one of the Five Great Mountains of China. It is located in Shaanxi Province (陕西省) in central China. Other than being the most precipitous of the Five Great Mountains, Huashan is also an important site for Taoism.…
GPSmyCity: Free Giveaway Apr-2018
Freebies alert for our dear readers! Want to get a FREE 1-year subscription (worth USD18.99) to a travel app (GPSmyCity) that gives you: unlimited access to city walk guides/travel articles covering >1000 cities, plus maps with GPS navigation to all the relevant sights. (accessible offline) (to know more about the GPSmyCity travel app, refer to our…
Things to do in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City is the largest city and economic/financial centre of Vietnam. For many international travellers, Ho Chi Minh City is their springboard en route to other destinations within Vietnam. Having said, Ho Chi Minh City itself is a fascinating destination. With interesting sites and activities that warrant further explorations. Here, we bring you…
Things to do in Nha Trang (Vietnam)
For first-time visitors to Vietnam, Nha Trang typically isn’t the first Vietnamese city one would consider visiting. However, in spite of its limited international fanfare, Nha Trang is actually very popular amongst locals and Russians (huh?). Located on the south-central coast of Vietnam, Nha Trang is famed for its gorgeous beaches, thriving coral reefs and…
Airport Bus to Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh city (Saigon) is the largest city and the economic/financial centre of Vietnam. The city is served by Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), which is the busiest airport in Vietnam. For first-time travellers to Vietnam, it can be stressful to navigate thru the various public transport modes in the country. With tales…
Things to do in Boracay (Philippines)
With its pristine beaches, clear turquoise water and bustling nightlife, Boracay is the Philippines’ undisputed leading tourist hotspot. Boracay is a relatively small island (~10km²), and is nested in the middle of the Philippines’ archipelago, an hour’s flight from Manila. As a testament to its natural beauty and entertaining night scene, Boracay has a long…
How to get to Boracay (Philippines)
Boracay is a small island (10km²) within the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. It is a stone throw (~2km) off the northwestern tip of the much larger Panay Island. With its stunning beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters and bustling nightlife, Boracay is one of the biggest tourist draws in the Philippines. However, for visitors…
