Posted on October 24, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Argentina, Uncategorized

This is a sponsored post written by experts over at exsus.com. From the magnificent Andes and Iguassu Falls to the lakes and glaciers of Patagonia in the far South, Argentina really does have it all. But recently it’s the less-visited North Western region that’s got us excited, inspired and dying to share the …
Posted on July 8, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Mauritius, Romantic escapades, Uncategorized

Here’s a quick update to let you guys know that I’ve found paradise! An emerald isle found in the middle of the Indian Ocean, Mauritius is all that I’d imagine it to be, and more. Surrounded by turquoise sea and cluttered with luscious green rainforests, this tropical island is packed with plenty of surprises. Since [...]
Posted on July 6, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Uncategorized

The colorful Saint Basil’s Cathedral at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia.
Posted on March 16, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Africa, Food, Morocco, Photoblog, Uncategorized

Anyone who’s been to Morocco knows of its blinding colors and senses-assaulting smells. The Djemma el Fna souk in Marrakesh in particular, erupts with vibrant energy, chaotic beauty and characteristic fervor. In the day, get lost amidst its labyrinth-like market, picking out jewels and carpets. By night, the open-air food market roars alive with aromatic [...]
Posted on February 25, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Asia, Cambodia, Central America, China, Egypt, Guatemala, HongKong, Jordan, Peru, South America, Uncategorized

Sailing on an ancient junk boat in Vietnam, riding a rickshaw in Japan or seeing the pyramids on camels – there are thousands of strange and oddly intriguing forms of transportation around the world. Inspired by my hero Charley Boorman who travelled from Ireland to Sydney using 112 modes of …
Posted on February 23, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, Asia, Australia, Ecuador, North-America, Recommendations, South America, Tanzania, Uncategorized, Vietnam

Massive volcanic craters, acres of raw jungle and stretch of deserted sand dunes: the work of Mother Earth is beyond our imagination. Thanks to these natural wonders, our Earth has been blessed with gorgeous landscapes and undulating backdrops. Without environmental protection, they might be gone faster than we expect. To pay tribute to …
Posted on February 1, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Europe, Greece, Italy, Lanzarote, Portugal, Recommendations, Short Getaways, Spain, Uncategorized

I’m dipping my toes in crystal clear waters while my hair gets powdered up with fine sand. I’m in Europe – no castles or cathedrals, just enjoying the sun on a slice of paradise. Whether it’s a secluded bay with emerald surfs slamming on sandstone cliffs, or wide stretches of golden …
Posted on December 2, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Israel, Morocco, Recommendations, Spiritual Travel, Travel News, Travel Tips, Uncategorized

As the end of the year approaches, it’s time to dream about where you’ll be exploring in 2010 – there have been lots of changes in travelling trends over the past few years. Instead of popular spots like Italy and Thailand, travelers these days are searching for something different, something …
Posted on October 13, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Ecuador, Recommendations, Uncategorized

When friends heard that we’d just visited the Galapagos islands, most of their reactions were ‘WHAT?! How did you afford it?’. Truth betold, it was the most expensive leg of our trip through South and Central America. But armed with our determination to save every buck we could, the wildlife buffs in us …
Posted on July 12, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Bolivia, South America, Spiritual Travel, Uncategorized

The Southern part of Bolivia lies the vast area of Reserva Natural Andina (Andean Nature Reserve) that is blessed with incredible landscape, larger-than-life mountain range, volcanoes and lagoons. Llamas and alpacas roam freely in the wild and cactus fill the endless deserts. The stunning Salar (salt flats) of Uyuni that stretches across 13,000km2 of area [...]
Posted on March 23, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Cambodia, Culture, Food, Life, Recommendations, Short Getaways, Uncategorized

The sun was just rising when we arrived in the dusty town of Siem Reap. It was odd how a mud road from the airport, opened up to a spacious main boulevard, lined with street lamps, and grand hotels. Right at the end of the road, our van snaked right into a …
Posted on February 8, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Granada, Greece, Indonesia, Italy, Life, Melbourne, Miami, North-America, Recommendations, Romantic escapades, Short Getaways, Singapore, Spain, Travel Tips, Turkey, Uncategorized

As the most romantic day of the year is approaching fast, it’s time to dig up some hot ideas to romance your loved one. Modern urbanites these days might find it quite a bit of a commercialized gimmick for romantic fools to empty their pockets and boost the economy; I’m just one of those fools who love to be swept off my feet and completely indulge in romance.
Posted on January 28, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Australia, Culture, Life, Melbourne, Northern Territory, Sydney, Travel Tips, Uncategorized

So, every other traveler would kill or sell their passports for a chance to go Down Under. Most would fly from one end of the Earth to the other, just to experience the Outback. But what makes Australia so special? I hear you say. Bet you’ve never been there, because once you step foot on [...]
Posted on January 21, 2009
by Nellie Huang
in Australia, Culture, England, Life, London, Melbourne, Recommendations, Sydney, Travel Tips, Uncategorized, Working abroad

London always has this special place in my heart. Living and Working there allowed me to discover what I wanted in Life, and gave me a push towards pursuing what I liked. It was the start of my journey away from home. Although I was never really a Harrods or English-tea-sipping kinda girl, I enjoyed [...]