5 hard lessons from having to pay €90/ SGD145 for excess baggage on easyJet
I used to think that I have earned the street-cred as a savvy budget traveller, having made several trips around South-east Asia, India and …
Seven great stops along the Lisbon Tram 28 Route
Tram 28, the whimsical little yellow tram is a rather interesting little mobile centrepiece of Lisbon. Despite its reputation for being a tad touristy, …
6 nifty transport tips on how to get around Barcelona
Getting around Barcelona can be quite a breeze, with the metro reaching the doorstep of every major attraction. That being said, these …
15 basic airplane etiquette everyone should have
Sitting through a long flight may not be the most pleasurable of all experiences, as I have discovered through the years. Being ‘trapped’ …
Travel Safe: 6 criminals to watch out for on the subway
Subways are a criminal’s paradise. Due to the crowds during morning and evening rush hours, criminals take the opportunity to strike, especially …
Beware: The €200 pea scam at Las Ramblas
The €200 pea scam at Las Ramblas When I last visited Las Ramblas in summer, it was a really underwhelming place. I …
Photo Story – The Helsinki Central Railway Station and more…
I thought it would be nice to share some photos of how Helsinki’s transport system works. It’s quite an eye-opener, especially to an Asian not used …
Photo Story – On the ferry to the Sea Fortress of Suomenlinna
I saved this for a separate post because the photos taken along the way to Suomenlinna were very nice. Think of seagulls …
Recommendation – Three places to visit in North Bali with a car
In a previous post I offered a recommendation for a driver in Bali. I said it was useful to have a driver, …
Top recommended driver in Bali – Kasa Made
If you’re thinking of doing a trip around Bali, or to the less touristy areas, I would advice hiring a driver, especially when you’re …