Visit Macao in one day – from Hong Kong Macao is the less known of the two Chinese Special Administrative Regions –the other being Hong Kong-, and sits on the Western Side of the Pearl River estuary, right Southeast of Mainland China. A former Portuguese colony, this region is the most densely populated in the […]
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Hong Kong
Top 5 reasons to visit Hong Kong Hong Kong is one of the most peculiar places on Earth. Its natural harbour and position in the globe caused historical disputes for its dominance between the United Kingdom and China, which resulted into an incredible city that works as a bridge between Western Civilization and Asia. Nowadays […]
Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is often left out of South East Asia trips. People go to Thailand to party in Bangkok and relax in paradisiac beaches, but we believe there is a whole lot more to explore. If you’re looking for amazing temples, natural settings and elephants, then Chiang Mai must be included in your list. Getting […]
Chiang Mai Temples
ONE DAY TEMPLE TOUR IN CHIANG MAI We started with a light breakfast in our hostel, just coffee and toast, and headed out for our first adventure in Chiang Mai. The first temple we wanted to see was Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, which is on top of a hill outside the city. We asked […]
Elephant Jungle Sanctuary
The first thing you need to know about elephants is that they have been an icon for Thailand culture for centuries, since they were used for heavy labour and warfare, until today when they are still used to entertain tourists. The elephant is also a royal emblem of Thailand. It is known worldly that the […]
How to plan a trip: Our way!
You´ve made your decision. This is the year to make that trip you always dreamed of. To enjoy those incredible places you´ve seen in movies, to experience the food and the smells, to meet the people, to listen to different languages and to take thousands of pictures. But…how do you start? First thing to do […]
Hello Thailand
The Kingdom of Thailand (fancy name isn´t it?) is possibly the most popular country for travelers visiting South East Asia. The reasons can be multiple: outstanding temples, beaches that look like paradise, great people, memorable food, vibrant cities and the most diverse fauna. Yes, Thailand has it all. Just to understand a little bit of […]
Shanghai
Interested in futuristic cities? The definitely Shanghai should be on your list! A hectic city with plenty to see, it has become one of our top destinations in the world. Historically, Shanghai has been a main port in Asia due to a favourable location. In the 19th Century, Shanghai became the most important centre of […]
Yuyuan Garden
Yuyuan Garden is classical garden located in the Old City of Shanghai. It was built in the 15th Century by a government official of the Ming Dinasty. Yu in Chinese means pleasing and the garden was built for the official’s parents, the Pan family, in their old age. The gardens suffered damage during the 19th […]
Xin Tian Di
A newly rebuilt urban attraction within Shanghai, Xin Tian Di is a fashionable pedestrian street that features a specific class of architecture called Shikumen. Shikumen is an architectural style that combines Western and Chinese elements. It first appeared in the mid 19th Century in the British Concession and quickly became popular throughout the city. They […]