Posted on March 5, 2012
by Nellie Huang
in Asia, the Philippines

For the past week, our days consisted of diving in the mornings, swinging in a hammock in the afternoons and working hard on our laptops while sipping sundowners by night. We had found the perfect setting for our location independent lifestyle: Dumaguete on Negros island lies miles away from the tourist trail. Besides quiet beaches, [...]
Posted on October 31, 2011
by Guest Blogger
in North-America, Romantic escapades, Travel Lists

This is a sponsored guest post written by Leslie To. It’s a brisk 78 degree day without a dark cloud in the sky. The sounds of crashing waves on the warm ocean shore and the cawing of seagulls from above add to Mother Nature’s soothing soundtrack. With a pair of sunglasses and a tall glass [...]
Posted on August 5, 2011
by Guest Blogger
in England, Guest Post

This is a guest post by Phil Broadhead. With its rolling hills and beautiful countryside, it is easy to understand why Yorkshire is a popular choice for outdoor-lovers. It has the greenest pastures that England has to offer, and the rolling countryscapes the UK prides itself for. Whether it is a …
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 May 18, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Catalonia, Costa Brava, Europe, Spain

Onboard our sailboat, we let our bodies sway to the movement of the waves and the sound of the gentle breeze. Watching the port of Palamós slowly disappear before us, we listen intently as Captain Joan shares stories from the past, “This boat was built in the colonial days. It’s since been …
Posted on May 3, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Central America, Mexico

This is a sponsored guest post by Karly Code. The next time you go scuba diving, you can see a whole lot more than just fish. For a unique experience, check out the underwater sculpture museum MUSA (Museo Subacuático de Arte) in Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. Located on Isla …
Posted on February 9, 2011
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Peru

It’s been almost a year since our six-month sojourn through South America – one of the most memorable epic journeys we’ve done so far. We saw the impressive Iguazu Falls in Argentina, got to know the Uros tribe living on Lake Titicaca, watched wildlife on the Galapagos Islands and …
Posted on December 19, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Festivals, Recommendations, Romantic escapades

// Where will you be spending Christmas this year? As a modern-day nomad, I’ve spent the past few Christmases in various corners of the world– from New York to London, Madrid, East Germany and this year back home in Singapore. Each destination has its own unique Christmas flair and offer a different experience. Today’s guest [...]
Posted on December 16, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Festivals, Recommendations

It’s the Christmas season once again; which also means malls are packed to the brim and cashier lines are longer than ever. If you’re like me, not a fan of holiday shopping, here’s a list of quirky, geeky Christmas gifts that you can easily purchase online, for the wanderlusters …
Posted on April 6, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Adventure Travel, Africa, Argentina, New Zealand, North-America, Recommendations, South America, Tanzania

To journey beyond travel, add a tinge of adventure and the voyage becomes an incredible one. We’re no experts at trekking but from our past experiences journeying through Australia and South America, we found ourselves delving deep into the back country and thoroughly enjoying it. Whether you are ice-climbing in …
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 January 30, 2010
by Nellie Huang
in Culture, Lanzarote, Short Getaways, Spain

As I spend the week traversing volcanic paths and soaking up some sun at Los Zocos Resort, on the island of Lanzarote, fellow travel author Nick Ball has offered to share some background on Lanzarote’s entangled past. Nick is proud to call Lanzarote home and is the author of Lanzarote Guidebook, a free …