Author: Scott

Australian travel blogger and aviation enthusiast based in Sydney, living a relaxed retired life filled with daily flat whites. Passionate about exploring The World's hidden gems TripAtrek travel blog is on a mission: To share these gems with you.

By Posted on Posted in Bangkok, Feature article, Thailand
KF Exchange on Soi 24 near Phrom Phong BTS – top-rated for competitive THB rates

Traveling to Bangkok means dealing with currency exchange, and savvy travelers know that a few extra minutes of “rate shopping” can save you real money—especially when you’re exchanging larger amounts for your trip. As an Australian traveler staying in the …

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By Posted on Posted in Bangkok, Bangkok Tourist Attractions, Feature article, Thailand
Classic tuk-tuk: Fast, fun way to navigate Bangkok's busy streets

If Bangkok had an official soundtrack, it would be the unmistakable tuk-tuk-tuk of its namesake three-wheeled taxis zipping through traffic. Love them or find them chaotic, riding a tuk-tuk is one of the most iconic, exhilarating, and quintessentially Bangkok experiences …

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By Posted on Posted in Feature article, Japan, Shinjuku, Tokyo, Tokyo Tourist Highlights
Vagabond Bar Shinjuku: Cozy piano jazz bar with live music near Shinjuku Station

Nestled just a two-minute walk from the west exit of Shinjuku Station, Vagabond Bar feels like a secret you’ve stumbled upon in one of Tokyo’s busiest neighborhoods. Since opening its doors in 1976, this intimate piano jazz bar has remained …

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By Posted on Posted in Food, Singapore
Singapore's best must-try foods: chilli crab, Hainanese chicken rice, laksa and more from the hawker centres

Singapore is a food paradise on steroids—hawker centres bursting with affordable, world-class eats from Chinese, Malay, Indian, Peranakan, and more. It’s impossible to try everything, but if you’re visiting, these are the absolute must-tries that locals rave about and tourists …

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By Posted on Posted in Food, Japan, Japan Tourist Attractions, Japanese, Nagoya
Crispy Tebasaki spicy chicken wings, a Nagoya icon perfect with beer

Nagoya might not be the first city that comes to mind for epic Japanese food (hello Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto), but locals know it’s a hidden gem for bold, hearty Nagoya-meshi (Nagoya-style eats). The region is obsessed with rich Hatcho miso, …

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By Posted on Posted in Feature article, Japan, Japan Tourist Attractions, Tokyo, Tokyo Tourist Highlights
Eye-watering expensive fruit in Tokyo: perfect Yubari King cantaloupe, flawless apples and premium grapes on display as luxury gifts in Japan.

Why Melons Cost More Than Your Dinner (And What to Actually Buy) Tokyo has a reputation for eye-watering prices on everyday items, but nothing prepares first-time visitors for the fruit section. Walk into any high-end department store basement food hall …

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By Posted on Posted in Bangkok, Bangkok Restaurants, Bangkok Tourist Attractions, Feature article, Thailand
Vibrant Little Korea Town in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit area – Sukhumvit Plaza lined with Korean restaurants, BBQ, street food and K-beauty shops.

Tucked right on Sukhumvit Road in the Asoke area of Bangkok, Korea Town (officially Sukhumvit Plaza) is a compact, multi-level shopping plaza that feels like a mini slice of Seoul transported into Thailand. Often called Little Korea or Korea Town …

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By Posted on Posted in Bali, Feature article, Uncategorized
Eerily quiet deserted streets of Bali during Nyepi, the Hindu Day of Silence – no cars, no people, no lights, complete shutdown across the island.

Nyepi is Bali’s annual “Day of Silence,” a sacred Hindu holiday that brings the entire island to a complete standstill for 24 hours. It usually falls in March or April (based on the Balinese lunar calendar) and is the highlight …

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By Posted on Posted in Feature article, Japan, Japan Tourist Attractions, Temples, Tokyo
The grand main hall (Hondo) of Sengakuji Temple in Tokyo – a peaceful Sōtō Zen Buddhist sanctuary famous as the burial site of the 47 Ronin.

Nestled in the bustling Minato district of Tokyo, Sengakuji Temple stands as a serene oasis of history and spirituality, most famous as the final resting place of the legendary 47 Ronin. This Sōtō Zen Buddhist temple draws visitors from around …

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By Posted on Posted in Food, Indonesian, Parramatta Restaurants
Colourful selection of traditional Indonesian food in the bain-marie at Kampung Laksa Parramatta

Tucked away on Fitzwilliam Street in Parramatta, just a short walk from Parramatta Station, Kampung Laksa is a small, unassuming Indonesian eatery that punches well above its weight for authentic home-style cooking. The name “Kampung” means “village” in Indonesian, and …

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