Bangkok captivates visitors with its food, temples, and vibrant traffic. However, the Chao Phraya River cruise is a must-do experience, showcasing the city’s beauty and charm. With serene canals, lively local life, and playful monitor lizards, the river offers a unique perspective of the city's blend of chaos and calm.
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Travelogue 007: Hoi An [2014]: A Photo Essay (Without the Photos)
In a reflective account of Hoi An, Vietnam, the author laments their limited photo collection from a 2014 visit, recalling a time when experiences took precedence over documentation. They share seven essential activities in Hoi An, celebrating the town's charm while recognizing the bittersweet nostalgia of forgetting to capture moments fully.
Hiking Mount Toubkal: Part II
Our journey to the submit of Toubkal was not short of issues!
A Love Letter to Hongdae
Throughout my three-year period in South Korea, there was one place I loved more than anywhere else – Hongdae. Hongdae is a vibrant neighbourhood in the Korean capital; Seoul, known for its youthful atmosphere, artsy scene, and lively nightlife. The neighbourhood is home to a variety of independent shops, cafes, restaurants, and bars, as well … Continue reading A Love Letter to Hongdae
Hiking Mount Toubkal: Part I
Set up As I get older, the allure of planning my travel adventures around physical challenges and adrenaline-pumping moments, rather than nightlife and party scenes is much more appealing to me. Completing the Camino De Santiago had given me such a thrill and sense of accomplishment that I wanted to book a trip to recapture … Continue reading Hiking Mount Toubkal: Part I
Bagan, Myanmar: How do I Turn the Flash Off?
The silhouettes of thousands of pagodas in the mist for as far as the eye could see, made only visible by the rising sun. Sounds magical, doesn’t it? It’s a mental image I will remember forever. Not that I have a choice in the matter, there are no actual decent photographs of this once in … Continue reading Bagan, Myanmar: How do I Turn the Flash Off?
Why I Love Hong Kong
Hong Kong boasts several must-do experiences that make it one of the best places on planet earth, here are some of my favourites:
Bangkok Through the 5 Senses
Bangkok is not your average city. Boasting the longest name of any other capital in the world, holding the record for one of the world’s hottest capital cities (on average), and the birthplace of Red Bull, Bangkok is one of the most vibrant, colorful, larger than life metropolitan cities in the world. Known internationally as … Continue reading Bangkok Through the 5 Senses
I Bought a Train Ticket to North Korea
In spite of the overwhelmingly negative headlines, the unpredictable nature of the country, and its horrific track-record on human rights, many of us are fascinated by North Korea.
Once Upon a Time in Budapest
To boost my online teaching hours and save money, I temporarily made Hungary's capital my home in 2019
