Can the hike to Franz Josef Glacier be done on your own?
If you’re planning to hike to Franz Josef Glacier in New Zealand’s South Island, I think it’s perfectly doable if the weather …
Three tips for booking air tickets from Singapore to China
If you’re planning on booking a trip from Singapore to China, there are many options available. I’m currently based in Beijing and …
Is Rotorua in New Zealand worth visiting? Here are three must-visit destinations
Our recent trip to Rotorua in New Zealand’s North Island was a relaxing one and I was glad to come up close …
Three reasons to visit Te Puia in Rotorua New Zealand
I was glad that we visited Rotorua on New Zealand’s North Island, as we had great fun at the Whakarewarewa Forest and …
Is it worth visiting the Whakarewarewa Forest in Rotorua at night?
In an earlier post, we talked about visiting the Redwoods and Whakarewarewa Forest in Rotorua. I said it was a great place given …
Is the treetop walk at the Redwoods and Whakarewarewa Forest in Rotorua worth it?
If you’re planning a visit to New Zealand’s North Island, stopping by the Redwoods and Whakarewarewa Forest in Rotorua is a must. As …
Is the Hobbiton movie set worth a visit?
Before we go into the post ‘is the Hobbiton movie set worth a visit?’, I would say it’s a valid question as …
Why Yuanmingyuan the Old Summer Palace in Beijing is worth visiting
After making a big mistake of spending RMB450/ SGD90 on an over-priced cup of Jasmine tea at the Lao She Teahouse in …
When is a good time to visit The Bund?
The Bund is a must-visit destination in Shanghai, especially if it’s your first time there. Do note that it’s an extremely popular …
Part 2: The six hour Great Wall hike from Jiankou to Mutianyu
This is a continuation from an earlier post: ‘Part 1: The Great Wall hike from Jiankou to Mutianyu without a guide‘. In …