Planning a trip to Amsterdam? The coolest place to go in Amsterdam at the moment is De Hallen Amsterdam, a cultural complex converted from a former tram depot. Since moving to Amsterdam three months ago, we have been doing lots of exploring to get ourselves acquainted with the city. We've seen the[...]
Most visitors to Amsterdam rarely venture beyond the city centre, which is such a shame. Here's a guide to Oud West Amsterdam, one of my favorite neighborhoods. Fun fact: Amsterdam is a lot more than marijuana brownies and prostitutes. Amsterdam’s compact medieval centre may be packed with coffee[...]
A detailed guide for those who are moving to Amsterdam, based on our personal experience. After living in Spain for around seven years, I was feeling restless and out of love with my adopted home. It was time for a change. We didn’t want to be nomadic (tried it and it wasn’t for us); we wanted[...]
Cows roam freely on the rolling green hills, the sounds of their bells ringing in the distance; women dressed in perfectly fitted dirndls smile and wave, while men in their lederhosen belt out tunes with their accordion in hand. Welcome to Kufsteinerland, Austria. With fairy-tale castles, picturesq[...]
Ever heard of the tiny country called Liechtenstein? Here's a list of best things to do in Liechtenstein. There's something about tiny countries that intrigue me. You see, I'm from a tiny nation (Singapore) myself. So I know how it's like to live in a small country. Ever since I got hooked on trave[...]
Ready for an epic adventure in Iceland? Now what should you pack for Iceland? Here is my detailed Iceland packing list for any time of the year. Iceland is a spectacular wonderland for outdoor lovers and active travelers. But the first thing you need to know is that weather in Iceland can be unpred[...]
Iceland with kids is easy, fun, exciting and oh so rewarding. An Iceland family vacation is a dream come true for active parents who want to add some adventure into their kids' lives. Iceland: a land of fire and ice, brimming with the works of Mother Nature. Its coastlines are fringed with ragged[...]
A photo essay of Nuuk, the colorful capital city of Greenland. Picturesque and quaint, Nuuk is probably the cutest capital city I’ve been. Scandinavian high-roofed houses can be found in every color you can imagine: from indigo blue to electric pink, lime green to dark burgundy. While the build[...]
To help you plan the best road trip around Iceland, here is a detailed breakdown of my (awesome) Iceland Ring Road itinerary. There’s no better way to explore Iceland than by driving the Ring Road, a.k.a. Route 1, that circles the entire island. Spanning 828 miles (1332 km), this route is one of[...]
Planning an Iceland road trip? Here is my detailed guide on renting a car in Iceland as well as traffic rules and driving tips. Marooned just outside the Arctic Circle, Iceland is a Nordic island nation that’s just a hop away from mainland Europe and North America – and yet so wild, rugged and[...]
Norway in a Nutshell is a scenic journey into the backcountry of Norway, along the stunning fjords and steep mountain roads via different kinds of transport (train, bus and fjord cruise). Here's my experience. Frozen lakes, dark green pines, and white-and-red Scandinavian farmhouses flank both sides[...]
Are you a foodie heading to Barcelona, Spain? Today we have a post from my friend and Barcelona-resident Esme Fox, who's sharing where to find the best wine and tapas in Barcelona. Barcelona is known for many things: Gaudi architecture, modern art, and beachfront lifestyle. But for me, it's the c[...]
Planning a weekend in Malaga? Here's my list of recommended things to do in Malaga. For travelers in Europe, Malaga is often seen as a touristy destination that has been simply ‘overdone’. This coastal city in southern Spain was the hottest beach destination in the 1980's, and it continues to[...]
It has been 7 years since we moved to Spain — first it was Madrid for a year, then just a couple of months in Seville and eventually Granada. We’ve also explored a lot of Spain, from the northwestern corner of Galicia to the eastern edge of Costa Brava, the southern shores of Cadiz to the outlyi[...]
After living in Spain for seven years, I'm sharing what it’s really like to live in Spain and some tips for those who want to move to Spain. Living in Spain is the dream for many. Most people imagine romantic strolls on beautiful cobblestoned walkways with flamenco music playing in the background,[...]
Georgia — a name associated more with the southern state of US than the country itself, is often overlooked by travellers as a tiny landlocked country hidden in the shadows of its ex-Soviet past. For the uninitiated, Georgia is a relatively small country in the Caucasus, midway between Europe and[...]
If you're dreaming of seeing a puffin in the wild, go to Mykines. You're guaranteed to see puffins around their breeding grounds on the westernmost island in the Faroes. I hold my breathe and keep still. The wind is howling and whipping at my face, which has turned red from the wind and sun. My nos[...]
Have you ever lost your luggage? I’ve just returned from a fun weekend in Budapest traveling with no luggage. Here’s how it went. With over 13 years of travel to 100+ countries under my belt, I’ve become quite an expert at packing light. I always travel with just a small carry-on backpack —[...]
Spring had just arrived and it was Easter in Poland. With the sun coyly poking through thick clouds, Poland was slowly awakening from a long winter slumber. The Easter markets were in full swing, oozing an infectious atmosphere with its lively beer gardens, bratwurst stands, and colourful arts and[...]
There is complete silence except for the occasional mountain wind blowing or ravens circling overhead. It's like Narnia out here! Frozen icicles hang from granite rock cliffs, the light bouncing off the snow is blinding me, and the sounds of ravens flying above are echoing through the ensemble of t[...]
From fairy tale castles to magic mountains, Transylvania is a region in Europe that's often overlooked by travelers. Here are some 0f the coolest things to do in Transylvania. It all began when I was a little girl. As a child, my favourite book was Bram Stoker's Dracula; I must have been read it a[...]
It comes as a surprise to many that winter might just be the best time to visit the Norwegian capital, Oslo. Here are just some of the awesome things to do in Oslo on your winter break. My first visit to Oslo was almost eight years ago. I fell in love with the edgy yet down-to-earth capital of Norw[...]
Winter In Cyprus: What It's Like When planning our recent trip to Cyprus, we were a bit hesitant about traveling in winter. We knew winter in Cyprus would be warmer than elsewhere in Europe, but we weren't quite sure if it would be the best time to visit. Would it be cold and gloomy? Or would r[...]
My Best Photos of Cyprus from Ancient Ruins to Stunning Beaches. Cyprus is known to many as a sun-kissed beach destination — but few of us know its history or culture. Armed with a curiosity to learn about this island, we headed to Cyprus last week to find out what this country is all about.[...]
A Weekend in Latvia One of the best things about living in Europe is that you can easily hop to another country and explore a new place in just one weekend. Back when we first moved to London, we would spend every other weekend visiting a new city: Prague, Berlin, Paris, Venice and so on.&nb[...]
Dreaming of staying in an Airstream? Here's our experience renting an Airstream camper in Malaga, Spain. It’s true what they say: It’s the people that make travel so enriching. Over the past decade or so, I've met many inspiring people on my travels who have interesting stories to tell. Trevor[...]
It’s a glorious Saturday morning and the sun is beaming through the window. Birds are chirping outside and the air is thick with the scent of pine trees and sunflowers. I look out to see rolling green hills dotted with yellow meadows and red poppies, framed by vast olive groves and imposing grey m[...]
Walking the Camino de Santiago was one of the best experiences of my life. I've compiled a detailed Camino de Santiago guide for those planning for an adventure of a lifetime. As a well-known long-distance trek, the Camino de Santiago is a network of pilgrimage routes running across Europ[...]
My recent visit to Germany reminded me of just how much we enjoy the country every time we’re there. We’ve traveled to Germany almost five times now, visiting different cities and during different seasons on each occasion. Germany never failed to surprise us with its historical sites, baroque ca[...]
During our three-week Balkans journey, we took the opportunity to visit Croatia, a country that we’d heard so much about but never got the chance to visit until now. And to explore the islands along the Dalmatian Coast, we booked ourselves on a sailing trip from Dubrovnik to Split with Busabout. T[...]