Singapore Airshow 2024

Welcome to my pictorial article on the Singapore Airshow 2024. This current edition of the bi-annual airshow was held on the 20-25th February, with the last 2 days opened to the public. This year’s airshow featured the largest number of foreign flying teams at the Singapore Airshow. Out of six air forces – five of them are from overseas. The event organisers of the Singapore Airshow reported the 2024 trade event, recorded its highest attendance rate in its...

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Hoi An or Da Nang?

Welcome to my article on 'Hoi An or Da Nang?'. These two travel destinations are among the most popular in Vietnam with each offering a unique experience. Located just about an hour from each other, many visitors planning a trip here inevitably face the question of whether they should stay a longer time at Hoi An or Da Nang. You will find my answer at the end of this travelogue and I hope my insights and pictures will facilitate a better understanding of these two...

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Sapa – a Highland Adventure

Sapa a high adventure

Welcome to my article on Sapa - a Highland Adventure. Nestled in the lush mountains of northwestern Vietnam, Sapa is a captivating destination that endears you with its stunning landscapes, tribal cultures, and an undeniable sense of adventure. As you set foot in this charming town, you'll find yourself enchanted by the rolling emerald...

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Beedrive – Compact Data Backup

Welcome to my article on Beedrive -Compact data backup. Synology Beedrive has revolutionised the way I manage data storage. As a photographer who relies heavily on storing, sharing, and syncing files across multiple devices, Beedrive has proven to be one of the most invaluable tools in my inventory.

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Solo Travel to Saigon

Solo Travel to Saigon

Welcome to my Solo Travel to Saigon. This is my very 1st solo trip anywhere. Embarking on a journey of self-discovery, I find myself drawn to the vibrant heart of Vietnam: Saigon. As I stepped into this bustling metropolis, a cacophony of sights, sounds, and scents assailed me, promising an unforgettable adventure. From the historic charm...

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Kota Kinabalu Weekend Market

Welcome to my short destination landmark article - Kota Kinabalu Weekend Market. Known also as Gaya Street Weekend Market, it is a popular attraction located in Kota Kinabalu, the capital city of Sabah, Malaysia.

The Gaya Street weekend market takes...

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Wildlife Adventures in Sandakan

Welcome to my article - Wildlife Adventures in Sandakan. This post narrates my revisit to the breathtaking Borneo rainforest, hosted by my long-time friend Alexander Yee, a successful entrepreneur and renowned conservationist in Sabah. My last trip here was in October 2016 and the majestic rainforest is still as visually stunning, if not more. Beyond aesthetics, the Borneo Rainforest is of vital importance for the health of our planet as it serves as a crucial carbon...

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Bangkok Trip post Covid-19

Bangkok post Covid-19 2023

A short 4D3N shopping and eating trip to our favourite city - Bangkok, trip post-Covid-19. As the trip was essentially a "mommy and girls' shopping trip, my personal plan was to do a solo exploration of some famed eateries around Bangkok. But the summer oppressive heat and humidity (33°C but feels like 44°C) melted my plan, resulting in much-reduced activities. Likewise, our accommodation in the heart of Pratunam meant that most of our Grab bookings were canceled...

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Hokkaido DIY vacation

Hokkaido DIY vacation

This Hokkaido DIY vacation still feels as if it's my first visit to the beautiful island as my previous three trips here were sponsored with all arrangements planned by the Hokkaido Tourism Board (HTB). On those trips, I visited Sapporo and its surrounding areas only briefly as the FAM trips focused mostly on the eastern region of the beautiful island. For this vacation, I planned all the itineraries personally using only Google Maps...

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Essential Oils for Travel Wellness

Essential Oils for Travel Wellness

Dear readers, traveling is once again the buzzword as most countries have reopened from the Cv-19 pandemic. I am sure you have been assuaged by plenty of vacation postings on your social media page. But one less-mentioned topic is travel wellness or maintaining good health during travel. Having recently discovered the world of Young Living essential oils and their benefits to users, it brings me great pleasure to commence an essential oils for travel wellness...

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