Juanita Pienaar
Jay has travelled and lived extensively in Asia and Africa. Part gypsy, part nomad and part mermaid, she aspires each day to satisfy her wanderlust in any way possible.

The Different Places To Celebrate Songkran In Thailand

By , 4 April 2022

Where and what it’s like to celebrate the beautiful water festival known as Songkran.

Hopping Aboard The Death Railway Of Thailand & Myanmar

By , 28 May 2020

The Death Railway which travels through Thailand and Myanmar was built during World War II, and used to transport troops and supplies between the two countries.

Ever Wondered What It’s Like At The Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)? Here’s A Guide To No Man’s Land

By , 11 May 2020

The Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) attracts more than 1.2 million visitors each year. It is a two-metre-wide stretch of land that runs the length of the Korean peninsula.

Wine Tasting In Nagano, Japan – The Latest ‘It’ Destination For Vino Lovers

By , 5 March 2020

When you say ‘wine’ when speaking about Japan, you probably think about sake. Lesser known is that Japan has a bunch of wineries that make good, if not great wines – all against the backdrop of ...

What To Buy At The Anarkali Bazaar In Pakistan

By , 24 February 2020

This historic Anarkali Bazaar is one of the oldest bazaars in Pakistan (and in South Asia), founded somewhere between 200 and 400 hundred years ago.

Wandering Along Asia’s Famed Banana Pancake Trail

By , 20 February 2020

The Banana Pancake Trail started out as the Hippie Trail. In the 1960s, many people from Europe and the US travelled to Asia to immerse themselves in new cultures and experiences.

Is Khao San Road In Bangkok, Thailand Really All It’s Made Out To Be?

By , 13 February 2020

Khao San Road is a stopover for most travellers; especially backpackers making their way around Southeast Asia.

Do A Skyjump Off Macau Tower – The World’s Highest Bungee Jump

By , 7 February 2020

The Macau Tower Skyjump is a cross between bungee jumping and base jumping.

What To Do & Not To When At A Japanese Onsen

By , 13 January 2020

Known in Japanese as onsen, a visit to one of these natural sites is a huge draw for tourists and locals.

Visit The Crystal Mosque On Wan Man Island, Malaysia

By , 7 January 2020

On a small island just off Kuala Terengganu in northern Malaysia, stands a stunning and grand structure made of steel, glass, and crystal known as the Crystal Mosque (Masjid Kristal).