Tag: Asia
Travel articles, guides, travel tips, unusual things to do, travel challenges and secret places in Asia
18 signs you have been living in China for too long
1. You speak slowly, loudly, and clearly to everyone you meet… even other native English speakers. Also, maybe you now speak a little bit of Chinglish ...
Experience the Hai Van Pass in Vietnam by scooter
Upon leaving the UK, our parents were relatively relaxed, or as relaxed as ones parents can be as they wave their offspring off on a year-long adventu ...
8 philosophies of a happy life from around the world
You don’t have to be a philosopher to find a brand new philosophy of a happy life, and experience it as you travel free from cares and non-philosophic ...
Four pilgrimage routes to walk or bike with purpose
Today many of the traditional pilgrimage routes have turned into a tourist business rather than a matter of religion. But times change and if you feel ...
Istanbul Tulip Festival 2018: the best parks to see flowers (+ map)
The challenge: explore Istanbul, tulip by tulip
Every year in April, Istanbul turns into the capital of tulips. This is when millions of bulbs show u ...
Inspiring women on the road: Filmmaker Iara Lee
Iara Lee, a Brazilian of Korean descent, is an activist, filmmaker, and founder/director of the Cultures of Resistance Network Foundation, an organiza ...
11 quotes about Istanbul that explain why everyone loves it
Discover our favorite quotes about Istanbul - words of wisdom by famous people that can turn into your next trip's slogan.
Either I conquer Istanbul ...
12 quotes about Japan that explain why people love it
Read our pick of the best funny, profound and thoughtful quotes about Japan.
1. When you look at Japanese traditional architecture, you have to look ...
Things to do in Baku: 10 fun travel challenges for true explorers (+map)
10 fun travel challenges to help you discover Baku
Discover the most unusual and memorable things to do in Baku, along with a few hidden gems reveale ...
Three places where you can see a shipwreck without getting wet
The challenge: admire a shipwreck without going underwater
It’s human nature – we are drawn to tragedy and decay. We roam around abandoned villages, ...