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 Seoul: An Adventure into the Vibrant Heart of South Korea

Our Seoul jaunt was a trip to remember and one for the books. My cousin-friend Corr and I flew to Seoul, South Korea with mixed[…]

First-time in Solaire Resort: A Luxurious Oasis of Entertainment and Tranquility

They are out to change the game. And I want to believe that they are a step into it. Solaire Resort opened its doors to[…]

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[…]

Farewell LP from a Blogsherpa

For almost three years I have become part of Lonely Planet’s Blogsherpa Program, until recently when Lonely Planet has decided that the program has finally[…]

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[…]

First Solo Trip to Vigan

A Facebook post from a fellow traveler caught my eye and piqued my interest. There was an international conference on cultural tourism that will take[…]