Escape Tokyo’s modern buzz for a day (or weekend) in Kamakura, the ancient capital of Japan from 1185 to 1333. Just 1 hour by train southwest of central Tokyo, this coastal town was the seat of the first Shogun, Minamoto …
Tucked right in the heart of Brisbane’s bustling CBD, Burnett Lane is one of the city’s best-kept secrets for street art. This narrow, one-way laneway runs parallel to Queen Street Mall, hidden between the high-end shops and office towers. What …
If you’re a fan of martial arts cinema or just love Hong Kong’s vibrant pop culture history, the Bruce Lee Statue is one of the city’s most photographed landmarks. This larger-than-life bronze sculpture captures the legendary actor in his signature …
Tired of the crowds at Lombok’s famous northern Gili Islands (Gili Trawangan, Meno, and Air)? Head south for a quieter, equally stunning dive adventure in the Southern Gili Islands (also called Sekotong Gilis). “Gili” means “small island” in the local …
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If you’re an avgeek (aviation geek) passing through Bangkok, don’t miss MD-82 Cafe – a real decommissioned McDonnell Douglas MD-82 aircraft turned into a unique cafe. This isn’t a themed restaurant with plastic props; it’s an actual short-haul jet from …
Looking for history in Parramatta? Visit St John’s Cathedral. It is Australia’s oldest continuous place of Christian worship. Services have run here since 1796. The site sits in the Church Street mall. It is just a short walk from Parramatta …
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If you’re hunting for the ultimate free skyline panorama in Tokyo, skip the pricey towers and head straight to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building (TMG or Tocho) in Nishi-Shinjuku. This twin-towered beast offers jaw-dropping 360-degree views from 202 meters up—often …
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Kanda Myojin Shrine: Tokyo’s Ancient Power Spot Next to Akihabara Nestled on a small hill just steps from Akihabara’s neon lights, Kanda Myojin (also called Kanda Jinja) is one of Tokyo’s oldest Shinto shrines. Founded in 730 AD, it has …
Tired of Bangkok’s chaos? Koh Kret (or Ko Kret/Ko Kred) is your quick getaway — a tiny, car-free island right in the Chao Phraya River, just north in Nonthaburi Province, about 45 minutes from central Bangkok. Unlike Phuket or Koh …
If you’re craving the electric buzz of old-school Asia in the heart of a modern capital, Chinatown Kuala Lumpur (centered on Petaling Street or Jalan Petaling) delivers in spades. This historic quarter is a sensory overload of neon signs, sizzling …