I’ve been in your shoes before. I have flat feet, and I learned the hard way that most “best hiking shoes” lists aren’t written for us. My first pair felt great on a quick hike. On longer hikes, though, the soles of my feet ached, and my knees were sore by the end of the…
I came back from Edinburgh, and oh man, it’s funny to say that I miss the unpredictable weather there when it’s a 34-degree hazy situation back in Malaysia. I’d been to Edinburgh once before, but only as a passerby stop, just a few hours between other things. This time around, I spent 14 days in…
If you’ve scrolled through Busan photos on Instagram, you’ve probably seen the Haeundae Sky Capsule: a candy-colored little tram gliding along the coastline, ocean on one side, cliffs on the other. That’s the Haeundae Blueline Park Sky Capsule, and it was hands-down one of my favorite things I did in Busan. Touristy, but I had…
Seoul could easily eat up your entire South Korea trip, but what makes it interesting is going on some of the best day trips from Seoul. I say this as someone who thought Seoul was everything, until my Korean friends introduced me to places that are accessible by bus and train! Some of my favourite…
Only got one day in Hong Kong? You’re in good company. When I was planning my stay in Shenzhen, I looked into doing exactly this. Hopping across the border on the high-speed express train for a single day in Hong Kong before heading back. It’s a genuinely easy day trip: the fastest trains between Shenzhen…
If you’re wondering about the best things to do in Insadong, I’m happy to share my recommendations. When people think of Seoul, they often picture the futuristic skyscrapers of Gangnam or the bustling neon shopping streets of Myeongdong. For me, Insadong is where the true beating heart of traditional Korea can be felt. I always…
Everyone probably has a dream to tick off the wonders of the world, and visiting the Great Wall of China is one of the places on the bucket list. I’ve only been on the Karakoram Highway in Pakistan, which is considered to be one of the Eighth World Wonder, the unbelievable trip I’ve ever been…
I never planned on visiting Beijing, keeping my expectations low after falling in love with Guangzhou’s spontaneous charm. Yet, China’s grand capital completely blew me away with its rich history, unique culture, and precise energy. Exploring its iconic landmarks felt like teleporting straight into a classic film scene from The Last Emperor. From the dense…
Confused about what apps you need in China? Let me share my personal favourite apps that I have found useful! Since many Western mobile apps like Google, Facebook, and WhatsApp are restricted behind the Great Firewall, having the right tools on your phone isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. I had read all the horror stories…
When people think of South Korea, they usually picture the bustling city of Seoul or the popular beaches of Busan. But for me, Sokcho holds a special place in my heart. Located on the northeast coast of Gangwon-do province, Sokcho is the perfect marriage of mountains and sea. It is home to Korea’s famous Seoraksan…