Destination Inspiration

While most people cancelled their trip to Sri Lanka, only the brave continued with their journey. My 75-year-old aunt (a diabetic and cancer survivor) and I arrived two weeks after the unfortunate bombings.

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.

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 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.

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?

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.

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?