Shaoshan (韶山) is a small village in the heart of China. It may have stayed just a small unknown farming village if it had not been the birthplace of the famous Chinese leader Mao Zedong. Mao Zedong, also known as Chairman Mao changed China forever. This is a Shaoshan travel guide of the birthplace of […]
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12 Best Cities to Visit in Japan
Japan is full of many incredible cities. From strikingly modern megacities to ancient capitals there are many exciting cities for travellers to visit. Yet which cities are the best? To help you decide here is a guest post by Via Travelers. Which city in Japan will you want to visit most? Here are the 12 […]
Elephant Valley Project Thailand in Chiang Rai
One of Thailand’s most ethical elephant sanctuaries. Is visiting an elephant sanctuary ethical? Sadly most so called sanctuaries in Thailand are not ethical, yet there are a couple of shelters which are trying their best to be as ethical as possible. One of these sanctuaries is the Elephant Valley Project in Chiang Rai. Elephants are […]
100 Incredible Instagram Spots in Asia
Asia is full of gorgeous Instagram spots. Everyone has seen at least one picture of a happy traveller posing in Bali or a proud hiker on the Great Wall of China on our Instagram feeds. Yet where are Asia’s most instagrammable spots? Enjoy this collection of 100 Instagram spots from Armenia to Japan. Allow yourself […]
The Stationery Cafe Bunbougu in Tokyo
The stationery café in Shibuya, Tokyo is one of the best lesser known themed cafes to visit in Japan. If you would like to visit a less touristy themed cafe during your stay in Tokyo and you like doodling, consider visiting Cafe Bunbougu. Tokyo is famous for its strange, weird and wacky cafes. You must […]
10 Things Nobody tells you about the Typhoon Season in Japan
There are some things you should know about visiting Japan during the typhoon season. The Typhoon season in Japan takes place between June to October. July and August are the months most prone to typhoons in Japan. Typhoon season can affect your Japanese travel plans. There are some disadvantages to visiting Japan during the typhoon […]
The Madness of Pikachu Outbreak
Pikachu Outbreak festival in Tokyo Yokahama is pure Pikachu madness! I have never seen so many Pikachus in my life. Giant Pikachus, tiny pikachus, dancing Pikachus, Pikachus on stilts, Pikachus with water guns, cuddly Pikachus, Pikachu hats, Pikachu posters, Pikachu everywhere! Visiting the Pikachu Outbreak Festival We had heard of the Pikachu Outbreak festival and […]
The Ultimate Guide to The Shanghai Tower
Everything you need to know about visiting the world’s tallest observation deck. Did you know that Shanghai is home to the world’s tallest observation deck? Whilst the Shanghai Tower may not be as tall as the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the observation deck in Shanghai is in fact higher than the observation deck in the […]
50 Things to do in Shanghai Bucket List
This is the ultimate Shanghai 50 things to do Bucket List! Often travellers in China skip Shanghai or only spend a day or so in the Chinese metropolis as they believe there is less to see and do than in Beijing or Chengdu. However, there are so many things to do and see in Shanghai! […]
Where to find Thailand’s best Vegan Waffles
Vegan waffles in Thailand? Whilst the Land of Smiles may be renowned for wonderful vegan curries, flaky spring rolls and delicious pad Thai, did you know that you can also find some incredibly decadent vegan waffles in Thailand? Thailand is a fantastic country for vegans to find all sorts of Western vegan food as well […]