There’s so much to see and do in and around Taupō. Where do you begin? How much time do you need to visit Taupō? To really experience Taupō you should plan for a minimum of three days. Of course, you could spend less time, but you’ll not do it justice if you rush your visit. Taupō is not a place...

Singapore, the Lion City, can boast many superlatives: safest, cleanest, greenest.  It introduced the world's first night-safari park, is home to Asia’s largest bird park, and has the world's biggest rooftop infinity pool. Many people visit Singapore for either a one or two nights’ stop-over to other destinations.  Some choose to “do” it simply...

It’s one of the oldest cities in Europe and predates London, Rome and Paris.     Let me share a brief insight into one of my favourite cities.  It’s much less known than its more glitzy and expensive peers. ...Lisbon. Lisbon, hugging both the Atlantic Ocean and River...

Hamburg, nestled northern of Germany, is proud to call itself a “Free and Hanseatic City”. According to one recent survey, it’s one of the world’s least stressful cities. It doesn’t receive as many tourists as other German cities, such as Berlin and Munich. It does, however, have much to offer. It...

Long flights leave many of us feeling irritable and bad-tempered. But you don’t need to enrol in the nearest meditation or yoga class as soon as you land after your next trip! Here are seven of my favourite ways to beat jet-lag blues and make your next flight more comfortable. Travel Tip #1: Choose A Morning Flight As a general rule, air...

There’s no doubt that Varanasi is as compelling as any trip to Delhi, Agra or Jaipur. In a single visit, you can witness life and death side-by-side while Varanasi’s residents carry on with their daily lives. Sunrise Boat Tour To appreciate Varanasi before the heat and crowds become too overwhelming, I opt for an early morning cruise. Bleary-eyed, and with sun beginning...

I recently spent two days, as a stop-over, in Bangkok. I won’t say it’s one of my favourite cities I’ve ever visited. But it’s certainly not the worst either. In my opinion, it’s not over-flowing with tourist attractions. But, with a little planning, and by ignoring the tourist ghettos you’ll discover its hidden secrets. Introduction Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, is the beating heart...

Updated November 2018 I braced myself against the safety rail at the end of the carriage and squinted as the wind and splashes of rain caught my face. Nevertheless, I was determined to take a photo. The train rumbled through a steep ravine. Tufts of lush green vegetation peeked out from the fissures in the rock and trailed down the precipitous...

Travelling in Asia will never be complete if you haven't experienced the beautiful city of Singapore. Don’t be fooled by its size because although this country may be small, it's the most advanced metropolis in Southeast Asia. In fact, the capital city (also named Singapore) comprises one-third of the mainland making it almost the whole country in itself. The city...

The Land of Kings Rajasthan, is surely the most colourful and unique state in Northern India, if not all of India. Its capital, Jaipur, the “Pink City”, derives its name from the reddish-pink stones that were used to construct its elegant buildings. Jaipurites closely link the city’s history to Maharaja Jai Singh II, who became King when he was only...