What and where to eat in Bali? That was a very important question we didn’t research before our trip to Bali. Fortunately, with the help of friends who were also in town and the recommendations from the locals, we managed…
Where to eat in Bali?
Things to do in Bali – Countryside Cycling Tour
There are so many things to do in Bali but we only had 2 full days to explore. After a fulfilling first day going around the island with a driver, we decided to do a countryside cycling tour on the…
Things to do in Bali – 1 Day Itinerary
I was in Bali for the first time this past February to attend a friend’s wedding reception. Since there are many things to do in Bali, we extended our trip to have 2 full days to explore the island. On…
Northern Lights in Iceland – Grotta Lighthouse
It was New Year’s Eve, our last night in Iceland and our last chance to see some (more) Northern Lights. The weather forecast was great – clear sky and the aurora strength was projected at 4 out of 9. This…
Northern Lights in Iceland – The First Encounter
‘That looks like the Northern Lights!’ I thought to myself as I looked out of the window. I was pleasantly surprised and excited at the sight when I jolted awake from my short nap. The warm and dark mini bus…
The Secret Lagoon, Iceland
Iceland is highly geographically active with many volcanoes. The most famous (or infamous) eruption which many people will remember was in April 2010 when a volcano in Eyjafjallajökull (try pronouncing that!) in the south of Iceland erupted since 1821. That eruption…
Horseback Riding in Iceland
**Note: This page contain affiliate links from Iceland Travel which means I receive a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a reservation using this link .** I am a sucker for horse riding / horseback…
Hiking The Great Wall of China
As a kid, I’ve read and heard so much about the Great Wall of China (万里长城). Even though I know I want to see it some day, it was never a priority since I always thought it is in the…
Review of Beijing Service Apartment
With all the choices available for hotels, hostels, airbnb and other different types of accommodations, it is difficult to choose which one to stay abroad. I share my personal experiences here and hope it helps you to know what’s out there and what to expect.
Mid-Autumn Festival Hong Kong–Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance
If you are visiting Hong Kong or even living here during the Mid-Autumn Festival, I would highly recommend you join the local celebration with the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance, which is recognized as one of the Intangible Cultural Heritage.