If there’s one thing that makes me feel at home in a foreign country, it’s visiting a garden. I’ve always been a lover of green spaces, where I am surrounded by lush landscapes as the potent fragrances of different florals waft through the air. Now, I’m no botanist, but there…
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Best Time to Visit San Francisco: Month-by-Month Guide
Home to both Alcatraz Island and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco is one of the most popular cities to visit in the States. While it is known for its interesting neighborhoods and cool counterculture scene, Frisco is just as famous for its wind, rain and fog. As the…
Best Time to Visit Tokyo: Month-by-Month Guide
The largest city in the world, Tokyo is a fun, fascinating, futuristic place to visit. Whether it’s ancient temples and neon-lit cityscapes you’re after or eclectic fashion, cutting-edge electronics and anime, Japan’s cool capital has you covered. Each year, millions visit the massive metropolis, to try its fresh sushi and…
17 Fun Things to Do in Gdansk, Poland
When it comes to European getaways, Gdansk in Poland might not be the first place you think of. But when you take a moment to understand its appeal, you’ll soon realize it is a fascinating city to visit. Defined by an enchanting waterfront that lines the frigid waters of the…
16 Best Things to do in Gothenburg, Sweden
Sweden’s largest port town, Gothenburg, has a storied maritime past. Yet it’s the city’s modern transformation from old-school grit to cutting-edge that has landed it on the proverbial map. Known as the Second City, Gothenburg continues to move beyond the shadow of Stockholm. Its vibrant Old Town is a portal…
Riding a Moped on the Mae Hong Son Loop, Northern Thailand
Riding a moped on the Mae Hong Son Loop was unlike anything I had ever done before. That feeling of liberation as you zoom around the corners of the mountains in Northern Thailand will stay with you to this day. The 600 km loop really did exceed all my expectations….
23 Most Beautiful Islands in Asia
White sand beaches, turquoise water and magical underwater worlds are spread throughout Asia. In a part of the world that is growing exponentially, these islands and their surrounding shores often remain untouched. They harbor cultures that continue in peace and, for most travelers, an everyday rhythm that is hard to…
23 Best Things to do in Genoa, Italy
Although it is usually overlooked in favor of other Italian cities, Genoa has more than enough to keep you occupied for a few days. Lying along the Ligurian Sea, the grubby yet grand city has loads of elegant palaces and art-decked churches to visit. Long one of the Mediterranean’s most…
17 Best Things to do in Jakarta, Indonesia
As Jakarta is very chaotic and crowded, many travellers only spend a brief time in Indonesia’s capital before heading on to Bali’s beaches. Although the ‘Big Durian’ does of course have its downsides, its historic mix of cultures means the buzzing metropolis has loads of fun and fascinating things to…
16 Best Things to do in Montpellier, France
Nestled in the heart of France’s Occitanie region, Montpelier boasts a magnetic charm that draws visitors from around the globe. With its origins dating back to the 10th century, this enchanting city offers a captivating blend of ancient architecture and modern flair. Montpelier is best known for its vibrant university…