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Fine Art In Asia: Where To Shop, Where To Look
Through art, you learn about a place’s history; their culture through the subjects they paint; and even about the artist themselves. Here’s a short beginner’s list of where to shop and where to look:Hauntingly Beautiful: 8 Ghost Towns Around The World
In a world where life whizzes past in a flurry, certain things remind us that everything can be stripped from us in an instant. Abandoned towns are one stark reminder.Long-Haul Beauty 101: Tips For Surviving Intercontinental Flights
Do you know what happens to your complexion when you’re stuck in a plane for at least eight hours? Cabin air can still cause strange things to happen to your skin. Here’s what you’ll need.Hashtagging Tips: How To Make Your Travels Known
There are multiple ways you can effectively tag your travel and adventure pictures on Instagram to maximise its reach, and here are just a few of them to get you started.10 Of Asia’s Most Picturesque National Parks
Take a walk on the wild side. Or a hike. You can count on being rewarded with picture-perfect vistas and photo-ready wildlife as long as you’re exploring one of these picturesque national parks in Asia:Hsinbyume Pagoda: The Taj Mahal Of Myanmar
In a town near Mandalay, an all-white pagoda rises above the landscape, creating a striking image against an ombre blue sky. Hsinbyume Pagoda is referred to as the Taj Mahal of Myanmar.Common Crimes By Country: Know What To Look Out For
Solo travel – it’s an enticing lure away from the hustle and bustle of life, and a pathway to self-actualisation. However, not all life-changing experiences are positive ones.Jami Ul-Alfar Masjid: The Red Mosque Of Sri Lanka
Although you won’t see it straight away, the unique architecture of Jami Ul-Alfar Masjid in Colombo was inspired by the pomegranate. Covered in elaborate stripes and patterns, a candy cane comes to mind instead.Kuthodaw Pagoda & The World’s Largest Book In Mandalay, Myanmar
At the mention of the ‘the world’s largest book’, you’d probably picture a large, heavy leather-bound publication. What if I told you that the world’s largest book, kept tucked away in a Buddhist temple in Mandalay, Myanmar, had none of these qualities?Get Up Close With Nature At These 7 Places in Nainital, India
Blessed with Mother Nature’s abundance, Nainital serves as the starting point to your sojourn in the Kumaon region’s mountains. It has a unique charm and pleasant climate all year round.Croatia: A Memorable Birthday
I spent a month exploring the wonders of Croatia and there's no denying the Balkan nation’s beauty. It will captivate tourists of all kinds.The World’s Oldest & Longest Teakwood Bridge: U Bein Bridge, Myanmar
At first glance, the U Bein Bridge may seem unimpressive. It’s a simple structure with teakwood pillars supporting its teakwood decks. So, what makes this bridge such a popular tourist attraction?