Asia

Vang Vieng, Laos: the gem of Southeast Asia

Vang Vieng is well know for its natural wonders such as exquisite emerald blue lagoons, kilometres long caves and the dreamy Namsong river Other then beautiful nature there is also the notorious...

Travel Tips to visit Bagan, Myanmar

Myanmar is a fascinating country attracting the travelers with its natural resources, glided pagodas and temples, adventure activities and mesmerizing cultures of different ethnic. Top...

Beautifully weird Japan

Japan - beautifully weird. As a western person in Japan I sometimes felt like I was in a totally different world. A trip to Japan requires thorough preparation. Tourists, particularly those from...

Translation on Name of Places in Hong Kong

I have the following translation of places in Hong Kong. My methodology is to chase back the history of places to deduct the translations. Hope it helps! · Cheung Sha Wan / Long Beach Bay · ...

Carry Cash in Japan

Today's tip is almost an extension to my other tip while in Japan where I explained the value of the Passmo card. This tip however is to make sure you carry cash in Japan. Despite major cities in...