Lying on the west coast of Sri Lanka, Colombo (the former capital of the island) is a chaotic and colorful place that pulsates with energy and life. Ruled over by the Portuguese and then the Dutch and British, the city has lots of different sides to it and boasts a vibrant, multicultural population. As the… Continue Reading
15 Best Things to do in Galle
Located along the southwest of Sri Lanka’s scenic coastline, the historic city of Galle is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations, and it is easy to see why. Packed full of fascinating historical sights and cultural landmarks that date to Portuguese, Dutch, and British rule, the city is a fantastic place to explore,… Continue Reading
12 Best Things to do in Kandy
The cultural capital of the country, Kandy is set almost slap bang in the center of Sri Lanka and was once home to the island nation’s kings and queens of old. As it was only conquered by the British in 1815, the city still proudly showcases its rich history and heritage, with lots of wonderful… Continue Reading
17 Best Islands in the Philippines
The Philippines is an enchanting island country in Southeast Asia. Sprinkled across the western Pacific Ocean are 7,000-plus islands, each offering their own unique allure – from volcano trekking adventures to authentic Filipino homestays and diving extravaganzas. The islands of the Philippines are the perfect place to indulge in a get-away-from-it-all castaway experience. Spend your… Continue Reading
10 Best Places to Visit the Great Wall of China
Stretching for over 6,000 kilometers, the Great Wall of China is undoubtedly one of humankind’s most impressive architectural and engineering achievements. Over the centuries and millennia, various Chinese states and empires built sections of the wall to protect themselves from roving nomadic groups that threatened their territory from the north. As such, some parts date… Continue Reading
10 Best Things to do in the Perhentian Islands
Surrounded by sparkling, turquoise waters that shimmer and shine in the sun next to their wealth of beautiful beaches, the jungle-coated Perhentian Islands really do make for an island paradise. Lying just off the northeast coast of Peninsular Malaysia, the small collection of islands are part of the Pulau Redang National Marine Park, and their… Continue Reading
12 Top Tourist Attractions in Jeju Island
Lying in the Korea Strait, just to the south of mainland South Korea, Jeju is the largest island in the nation and is a very popular tourist destination amongst both Koreans and foreigners alike. Besides its incredible scenery and natural riches, the island’s enduring popularity is in part down to the fact that South Koreans… Continue Reading
10 Best Things to do in Taman Negara
Covering a vast swathe of territory in Peninsular Malaysia, Taman Negara is the largest and most popular national park in the country. Established in 1938/1939 during colonial times as the King George V National Park, at the onset of independence, it was renamed Taman Negara, which means ‘national park’ in Malay. Lying between the three… Continue Reading
9 Best Things to do in Railay Beach, Thailand
Located in an astonishingly scenic setting among lush rainforest and incredible craggy limestone rock formations, Railay Beach is as idyllic as they come, and that’s without even having mentioned its wealth of fantastic beaches. Jutting out into the Andaman Sea on a large peninsula, Rai Leh, as it is also known, is nestled between the… Continue Reading
10 Best Things to do in Sapa, Vietnam
Set among some gorgeous scenery with sweeping, rice terrace-filled valleys, and mountains all around it, Sapa in the north of Vietnam truly is a delight to visit. While the center of the small town has become increasingly touristy in recent years, the surrounding region has a wealth of astounding natural sights for you to enjoy,… Continue Reading
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