Our trip: We flew from Singapore to Shanghai on 24 December 2025 and spent 5 days in Shanghai. (Check out my Shanghai post!) Then, we took the high-speed train to Hangzhou on 29 December 2025 and returned back to Singapore on 1 January 2026. (P.S: Will be posting on Hangzhou soon!)   Flights: Singapore to Shanghai on Air China (late afternoon flight): SGD 415 per person (equivalent of USD 308) Includes one meal + checkin baggage of 25kg Tip: Air China is part of Star Alliance

My first visit to Cambodia was in 2017 when I participated in a school-based volunteering activity. Even though it’s been almost 10 years since the trip, I still remember the moments with the Cambodian people vividly. Volunteering activities: I participated in various volunteering activities such as painting murals in a school, building water tanks for villagers, and teaching elementary and high school students the English language. Without making this blog sound like a schoo

At the Gyeokbokgung Palace - I was the photographer and you can tell how cold it was (or how averse we were to the cold) South Korea – a country known for its unique cuisine and language, and the dynamic entertainment scene. I previously visited South Korea (more specifically, Seoul) with my family in 2018. Yes, back then, I hadn’t even thought of starting a travel blog! It was a 5 day 4 night tour package which covered key attractions like Nami Island and Lotte World. Places

As a self-proclaimed foodie, Thai food hits the sweet (and sometimes fiery) spot just right. As a Singaporean I’ve travelled to Thailand a few times – and even in Singapore there are many Thai food stalls/outlets. I’d say Thai food is categorised by three taste profiles: Spicy and sweet/Spicy and sour; Sweet on its own; and Umami. I have a low spice tolerance which means I generally avoid foods which are overly spicy. Despite that, I still enjoy most Thai dishes – recommendat

Famously and fondly called as the “Seventh Wonder of the World”, Milford Sound in the South Island of New Zealand is a place of raw and pristine natural beauty. I visited Milford Sound in August 2023 as part of my first-time visit to New Zealand (Queenstown, Christchurch, and Mount Cook) and, by the end of my day tour of Milford Sound, I couldn’t agree more that it should deservedly be the “Seventh Wonder of the World”. Getting there: Given that it was my maiden visit to Milf

Discovering Traditional Culture Shanghai is like an onion—peel back the modern metropolis layer, and you'll uncover a rich traditional layer. Nestled among the hustle and bustle of the city are old buildings, temples, and districts with decades to centuries of history. Highlights: Longhua Temple : With more than 1700 years of history, this temple is a proud spectator to several different Chinese dynasties. Don't let the name "Temple" fool you, though! The grounds are massive,