First-time Travels

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First-time in River Wonders & Singapore Zoo: animal encounters

The Mandai Wildlife Reserve, composed of the Singapore Zoo, River Wonders, Night Safari and Bird Paradise, offers visitors a captivating journey through wildlife and conservation.[…]

Revisiting Sentosa: Enjoying its various attractions, the old and the new

There a lot of new things in Sentosa since the last time I visited this island resort cum theme park. It was a joy to[…]

Singapore at Night: The city all aglow

Grandiose structures light up as the sun sets late over the Singapore horizon. Then you’ll see the many attractions of Singapore at a different light,[…]

The Rich Heritage and Vibrant Culture of Singapore’s Chinatown

Welcome to the vibrant and culturally rich neighborhood of Singapore‘s Chinatown. Nestled in the heart of the city, this historic enclave is a captivating blend[…]

First-time in Rucksack Inn

In my travels, I’ve stayed in luxury hotels, boutique hotels, hostels, guesthouses, and inns. Yet, I always enjoy staying in hostels, like Rucksack Inn. Not[…]

Your Story: Tips for First-time Travelers to Spain

Everyone loves to go on holiday and enjoy themselves for a week or two, forgetting all of the stress and hassle at home. Discovering a[…]

Spring Seoul

Spring in Seoul

Spring. Living in a country where the weather is sunny, except when there are rains and typhoons, it’s not easy to differentiate spring from summer.[…]

Seoul City Tour Bus

Seoul Unveiled: An exciting adventure aboard the Seoul City Tour Bus

Reflecting on my Seoul City Tour Bus adventure, I am filled with awe and gratitude for the unforgettable journey I experienced. From the majestic palaces[…]

First-time in Myeongdong: Unleashing the Delights of Seoul’s Vibrant Heart

Missha. Etude House. The Face Shop. Nature Republic. Holika Holika. It’s Skin. A’Pieu. Skin Food. And the list goes on. This is Myeongdong, the bustling[…]

First-time in a Holi Festival

Braving the scorching Manila sun, my friends and I went to the Seaside Boulevard of the SM Mall of Asia to join in the fun[…]

First-time in Suzu Kin

I agree. The best places to visit are those recommended by locals. I haven’t heard or read about this particular Japanese restaurant. The taxi I was[…]

Paliton Beach

It’s More Fun in the Philippines videos

Smiles. Laughter. Fun. Whatever the circumstance is, Filipinos always find a reason to inject humor or joy into it. And with the catchy campaign “It’s[…]

A Fan-filled Chinese New Year

First came the firecrackers. That’s to drive out evil spirits. Then colorful Chinese dragons and lions dance to a certain beat that would definitely draw[…]

Planning my Seoul Trip

The Gangnam Style, Korean soap operas and the K-Pop have invaded my TV screens, bringing my curiosity on South Korea to a higher level. Excitement is rushing through[…]

Your Story: First-Time Travel to Morocco

By: Thomas Hollowell Located on the northern tip of the Sahara, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, Morocco is an easy ferry ride from Spain, and frequent[…]