4 underrated destinations in Asia that probably aren’t on your bucket list
(but should be) With travel on halt, you have plenty of time to rethink and expand your bucket list. Once you have ticked off those popular tourist-packed destinations, it is time to look for lesser- known destinations. Here are 4 hidden gems to add to your bucket list: 1. El Nido, Philippines El Nido houses…
Silver Lining of the Pandemic
Can covid-19 save us from climate change? The universal lockdown has led to global economic slowdown, but it also led to reduced carbon dioxide emission. As factories and businesses closed down, flights got cancelled and less cars are seen on the road, we are seeing cleaner air for a few months. However, this temporary lighter…
3 Ways to Fuel your Wanderlust from Home
How to deal with travel nostalgia Hey there fellow travellers! If you got itchy feet like we do, you will probably be longing for your next vacation. We may be stuck at home practicing social distancing, but that does not keep us from exploringthe world, and having a mental vacation from the comfort of our…
6 New Travel Essentials
Flying will never be the same again. Are you stuck in your room scrolling throwback photos of your last trip too? With the deadly covid-19 now spread all over the world, travelling as we know it has been flipped upside down. Health safety may become an ever-present factor, thus, we must pack accordingly. Here are…
Travel Bubble
Wait, we can still travel? Countries worldwide have been lockdown for months in effort to “flatten the curve”. In return, tourism industry went into a near-standstill situation, threatening the economy. Only essential travel are allowed, even so, those who travel to another country usually require a mandatory 14 days self-isolation upon arrival. There is, however,…
Contactless Travel Experience
Restore tourists’ confidence In the wake of covid-19, technologies have been instrumental to building a higher standard for safety and hygiene. Sure, our moms have always go on about washing our hands from time to time, but now that we are living in a global pandemic, we are wary about touching random surfaces. Hence, contactless…
Travelling in our own backyard
Rediscover your home. Travelling in our own backyard Lockdown measures around the world have brought travelling to a near standstill. No one knows for certain when will it restart again, but one thing is for sure: travelling will never be the same again. By the time the lockdown is over, or when restrictions are lifted,…
5 Classic Road Trip Songs
Windows down, music blasts Are you tired of staying put after four months of working from home? While one of the easiest way to protect yourself from covid-19 is to stay at home, experts say that road trips are a safer way to travel simply because you are interacting with less people. The real magic…
4 Fun things to do when you travel with friends
A journey well shared You know what they say: friends that travel together, stay together. Cliché, but true. Travelling is one of the best ways to strengthen friendships. Someday when you are old and wrinkly, you will sit in your arm chair and reminisce about those hilarious trips and fun adventures you used to take…
Solo Travel Dos and Don’ts
A beginner’s guide The world is a fascinating place, travelling alone allow you to discover different cultures, cuisines and traditions while reflecting on your own life. Yes travelling is awesome, but there will be pitfalls and with that in mind, here are some dos and don’ts when you travel alone. Dos: DO learn the local…
4 Tips for staying in a hotel
With eyes toward safety and risk mitigation As countries begin to reopen, you may be tempted to formulate future vacation plans. Unfortunately, the pandemic is far from over. But if you still decide to go on that over night trip or weekend getaway, you will want to take as many safety precautions as possible. Here…
Let your taste bud set sail
Satiate your wanderlust with food around the world Have you been cooking your favourite home-made dish with your grandma’s recipe during this lockdown? For most of us, we associate our local dishes with warm feelings and memories that tie us to our family. Every culture has its own unique food and culinary traditions, and these…
Famous Travel Quotes Collection
Your Travel Inspiration Everyone has their tough times, bad days. I found quotes on days like these comforting and powerful. Reading travel quotes give us that extra push and strength to step out of our comfort zone, so here are 5 of the best travel quotes from different corners of the world. “The world is…
5 Tips for Travel Photography
“We make these memories for ourselves” Travelling around the world is one of the most rewarding things. Travel photographs freeze time and forever capture our previous memories, one single photo can convey a thousand words, thoughts and feelings from our journey. But capturing good travel photographs require practices and skills, here are some techniques and…
Unexpected Travel Expenses and Ways to Avoid Them
When we travel, most of us plan our budgets keeping in mind with big expenses like airfare, accommodation and food. However, no matter how well we plan our trips, there seem to always be some unknown expenses. To prevent us from wiping our wallets clean in our future trips, here are some common hidden expenses…
Phrases and Questions to master before your next trip
There is nothing quite like the excitement of planning a vacation overseas, but we mayoverlook little things that could make a difference, such as like learning the local language. Learning how to communicate with locals could open up to new opportunities or experiences, and go a long way to making your next trip much more…
3 Best Destinations for Couples in 2021
If taking a trip somewhere exotic with your partner sound like the perfect break from your work from home life, you better start planning for 2021. Here are three destinations for couples who enjoy different types of romance: 1. For Romantics — Paris Nothing beats the essence of Paris aka “the city of love” when…
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