Thailand, along with many other Asian countries, is known for its wild selection of unusual foods that seem a bit… well, gross to the Western palette. Fried silkworms, scorpions, and crickets are among the most common weird Thai food that makes it into travelers' bellies and travel blogs. In reality, these creepy crawlies make up…
Eating Thai food is a huge part of your holiday in Thailand. Thanks to its exotic flavors and fragrances, Thai cuisine is popular worldwide. A walk through the city's alleyways often results in a stop at a food stall, where you can enjoy skewered meats, fried rice, and noodles, as well as spicy soups at…
Thailand is a world-renowned destination for its beaches, mountains, culture, and food. It's at the top of most traveler's wish list, and it's easy to see why it's grown in popularity. Thailand is also a country whose economy and infrastructure is focused on tourism. Because of this, many visitors feel frustrated with the atmosphere and…
Bangkok, Thailand's capital, is a large city known for ornate shrines and vibrant street life. Like many other capital cities, Bangkok never goes to sleep, there is always a hive of activity as people work around the clock in their various professions.
Bangkok is a frenetic jigsaw puzzle of towering skyscrapers, colorful taxicabs, motorcycle taxis, and…
Three perfect coral islands - Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air - fringed with white sands and swaying palm trees, lay in the sparkling ocean just off the north-west coast of Lombok. This archipelago of three small coral isles is rapidly becoming one of the most popular destinations for visitors to Bali and Lombok.
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The Gili Islands are a group of 3 tiny islands – Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno, and Gili Air – in Indonesia, near the coast of northwest Lombok Island. This archipelago of three small coral isles are known for their laid-back beachy vibe, and rapidly becoming one of the most popular destinations for visitors to Bali…
One of the most popular things to do in Bangkok is visiting a floating market, and there are quite a few markets to choose from.
Traditionally these markets thrived with local customs when Thailand was the Venice of Asia. Today many of the waterways have been filled in, and the markets are often tourist-focused, but even…
From beaches and mountains to wildlife-rich national parks, energetic cities, and cute towns, Thailand offers something for everyone. Here are some of the best places around the Land of Smiles to add to your Thailand bucket list.
Visit the Grand Palace
Set in the heart of Bangkok, this is probably the most famous attraction there…
North Korea is a mythical country, meaning that, due to the lack of information, a lot of myths have been created about it. However, some of them eventually turned out to be true.
Known to be the world’s most secretive state, North Korea has some terrible laws. ‘Terrible’ would be an understatement as it takes away…
No visit to Bali would be complete without a trip to see at least some of Bali's temples. With an estimate of more than 10.000 amazing temples in Bali (Pura in Balinese), you will not have to walk far to find a temple no matter where in Bali you are staying. Several of them have…
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Shanghai, China's largest city, offers many exciting sightseeing opportunities for those unconcerned with having to deal with large crowds. But despite having a population of more than 24 million, this fun city also offers quieter historic districts and attractions alongside its many newer tourist sites.
Highlights of a visit include the innovative architecture as well…