Travel

Sometimes, lying on the beach is all we need during a holiday, but some places have views too beautiful to ignore. Hiking might not be for everyone, but if you’re willing to try, these are some of our absolute favourite trails around Southeast Asia.

I had doubts prior to confirming my trip to Myanmar, but with a dream of seeing Bagan flirting in my head, my partner and I booked tickets. I told Esther, a refugee I worked with, that I was going to visit her country. This is what happened.

If you live in Kuala Lumpur, then there’s a high chance you’ve fantasised about crystal clear waters while either stuck at work or in traffic. Unfortunately, islands nearby are underwhelming, so you’ll be happy to know about the existence of the underrated Pulau Kapas.

What’s not widely known is that the Philippines hosts a sardine run. It’s set in the beautiful setting of the tropics with warm, clear water. The best part? Expect to see fish all year round!

Southeast Asia — an eclectic region of food markets, jungles, beaches, hot humid summers, and wild wet monsoon seasons. Many backpackers view travelling here a rite of passage. Avoid these mistakes if you plan to embark on this journey of a lifetime.

After a 26-hour bus ride from Córdoba, I arrived at the tail end of the Easter holidays, to a fully booked guesthouse. That was the first and last I saw of guests.

Amidiya (or Amedi) in Iraqi Kurdistan is surrounded by spectacular natural beauty, but the reason to visit is the fact that Christians, Muslims, and Jews peacefully co-inhabit the area. And have done so for millennia.

There are two types of people in the world; those who are too lazy to climb up a flight of stairs and those who are willing to travel for 40 hours to explore a different continent. Hermandari Kartowisastro is the latter.

Dahab's name means ‘gold’ – referring to its golden sandy beaches. It offers plenty of activities and even more opportunities to experience the culture. It used to be frequented by hippies in the past, and they have left their impression which can be felt in the laid- back atmosphere.

There are so many sights to see and gems to discover in Hawaii. Oahu is the most visited island in the Hawaiian archipelago. Exploring the stunning island is a challenge worth taking.

Many of us have heard of the danger that sometimes comes with travelling. We see it in the news; our loved ones remind us to take care of ourselves. But the thing with terror is that it has no specific time or place. Claire McFarlane experienced it first-hand.

The Full Moon Party is a beach festival attended by over 350,000 people every year on Haad Rin Beach, Thailand. Is it just another beach party? What can you expect, and finally, what can go wrong?

You board the plane and while chatting with the other passengers discover that you’ve paid more for your ticket. As travellers, our mission is always to get the cheapest plane ticket. Here are a few ways.

Even the most seasoned woman traveller knows that holidaying while on your period can be a pain – literally and figuratively. Sometimes, you just can’t avoid jetting about while menstruating. Enter hotel room yoga.

Huang Yung-Fu is coming close to being a centenarian. He’s a retired soldier also lovingly known as ‘Rainbow Grandpa’, and he lives in Taichung City, Taiwan. This is how he saved his town.

If you’re a lover of spice and often find yourself missing heat in a meal where there isn’t any, it’s safe to say you’re probably familiar with the numbing flame of China’s Sichuan cuisine. The iconic flavours which marry spice and pungency is certainly a mouthwatering affair.

Whenever I’d hear about people trekking to Everest Base Camp, I assumed two things — that they are super fit and have lots of money. I was wrong on both counts.

For most people, the Haka is synonymous with the culture of New Zealand. This brings about the question of what exactly the Haka is. Why is this war dance so deeply embedded in Kiwi culture?

You wouldn’t think it, but should one want to go skiing in the middle east, make a trip to the Cedars Ski Resort located in the Bsharri mountains of north Lebanon.

All roads lead to Rome, or so the saying goes. Here are two impressive Roman ruin sites to visit next time you are in the Middle East.

Truth be told, I hadn’t actually planned to trek up to Everest Base Camp. I turned up in Kathmandu with minimal planning and decided to tackle the hike.

At the heart of the Lebanese mountains lays the Qadisha Valley. Not only is it home to one of the largest Christian monastery settlements in the world, but it is also where the Forest of the Cedars of God is found.

During Victorian times, the only way to see Egypt’s features was by taking a cruise down the Nile. Today more than 200 cruise boats offer this very same experience to visitors.

Cambodia is famous for its Angkor Wat temple ruins and unique spin on food among other things. However, there are lesser-known facts about Cambodia that would be useful to know before you visit.