We always talk about how fun it is to travel with friends, and heck there are tonnes of articles on solo travelling on the Internet. But when it comes to travelling with family, I noticed there is comparatively less content covering this topic on the web; why is that? I get it, I get it, …
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Humans look so tiny compared to the grandeur of the Great Wall! When it comes to the Great Wall of China, what comes to your mind? Tall, formidable walls perched atop the spine of the mountain ranges with hundreds or thousands of people and crowds everywhere? Nicely paved walkways and symmetrical steps or stairs stretching …
The Izu Peninsula (伊豆半島) is a place I would not have visited or even crossed my mind if it weren’t for my co-worker who’s a big fan of the Japanese anime and is quite knowledgeable in places around Japan. Given its close proximity to Tokyo, about an hour an a half on express train, the Izu …
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The modern society continues to progress. The population of urban dwellers continues to grow and expand at an unprecedented rate. And people are more in tuned with technological gadgets. However, it seems like humanity is, by and large, regressing. If you are a city dweller, take a look around you, people are rushing to their …
This was my second visit to Thailand. My first trip was to the hustling and bustling metropolitan city Bangkok. I had mixed feelings for that city probably because I was never a huge fan of big cities, crowds, pollution and skyscrapers. But Chiang Mai hit all the right spots and has surprised me way beyond …
Sapa, located deep within the mountain ranges bordering China and Vietnam, has always been on my list of must-go places. So, when I finally had the opportunity to travel to Vietnam I made sure Sapa is on my itinerary.While most people would prefer the comfortable way of sightseeing for example joining a tour group or …
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When we talk about Kumamoto, first thing comes to mind is the “Kumamon” – a cartoon character of the rosy-cheeked, stoned-looking black bear mascot with a which is seen plastered and advertised everywhere from billboards to merchandises. And then there is the Kumamoto Castle which suffered some moderately severe damages during the earthquake last year. …
Apart from being famous for its Ramen, I honestly didn’t know much about Kyushu before setting out on this trip. Who would have thought its volcanic landscape, lush greenery which really reminded me of the Swiss countryside and its breathtaking ravines make a lasting impression on me in which I had a renewed appreciation for …
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Doesn’t that just look gorgeous? Bun Cha rocks! I really enjoyed myself at the previous Vietnamese cooking lesson that I actually signed up for a second session! You could read up on my experience at the previous Vietnamese cooking lesson where I learnt how to make Banh Xeo at the link below: https://theultimatefoodieadeline.blogspot.jp/2017/04/recipe-for-vietnamese-savoury-crepe.html So in …
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I was fortunate enough to have the chance to experience a Vietnamese cooking lesson organised by Betoaji and the participation fee was incredibly cheap! Only costs 1,500 yen per person which includes the cost for ingredients and you get to sample your own cooking. Best thing about this cooking lesson is part of your participation …
