Growing up, I was the kid that read every single Harry Potter book and watched every single film. Whenever a new book came out, I remember rereading all the previous books till I got to the latest to make sure I remember everything. Perhaps it’s because the story is so rich in detail, it felt like you…
London is always a good idea. Whether you’re into pop culture, history, music, or food, London is a city that makes us dream. For me, I dreamt that I was a wizard in the world of Harry Potter, stuffing myself silly on fish and chips, while watching a musical at the West End. Yet there’s no doubt…
The Grand Canyon is probably one of the most highly raved places in the world, bearing millions of visitors every year. If you’re living in Asia and heading to the United States seems too far, why not visit the Yun Tai Mountain (云台山) in China? Although the size of Yun Tai Mountain is slightly less than…
Btw here’s another comprehensive itinerary we wrote for budget travel in Japan. JR Pass Japan Budget Itinerary: 8 Days 9 Cities for under $1.1k incl. flights and accommodation Everybody loves Japan. They have a rich history, the food is heavenly, the trains run on time, and the people are polite beyond belief. Not to mention the…
Check out my updated and more comprehensive Ultimate USJ Guide and Tips to planning a magical experience. Spend less time queuing and more time enjoying yourself Hogwarts Castle where the ride Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey 4D ride is at. Credit: @Rachelwongggg Universal Studios Japan is one of the must-dos in Osaka especially if you’re…
A taste of Northern Thailand After our backpacking trip in Myanmar, I wondered if there was anything that would come close to the 2D1N Hsipaw Trekking and Homestay Experience we had back in November 2014. Fond memories chatting and laughing with the villagers over home-cooked meals and home brewed alcohol, there’s something special about experiencing hospitality outside your home country.…
For the budget traveller who would like to stretch their dollar, every single cent counts. This means that more often than not, we end up on budget airlines. The problem though, is that they charge extra for check-in baggage and are fairly strict with the size of your carry-on baggage. Credit: @Rachelwonggg Whenever I’m on a shorter trip, I always…
Previously I wrote about traveling without knowing where to go and ending up solo in Cambodia with a budget. I’d been alone for a day or two in several cities before, but 7 days was a whole new nerve wrecking experience for me (especially only finding out the destination just hours before my flight). With…
