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Japan 2023: World Heritage Sites and Deer Encounters in Nara City

Most first-time travelers immediately think of Tokyo when planning a trip to Japan. From hi-tech sights to vibrant culture, the bustling capital offers the ultimate modern Japanese experience. However, the city can be quite overwhelming and tiring to navigate.

If you’re looking for a more peaceful and laid-back destination to go to with the whole family, Osaka is a good choice with because of the rich history that will appeal to seniors and kid-friendly deer encounters.

An adventure lover’s guide to Singapore

When adventure seekers go on a holiday, they often choose to visit countries that are known for their variety of thrilling travel experiences. Australia has river rafting, caving, and snorkelling; Brazil has hiking, surfing, and kiteboarding; the United States has cliff jumping, helicopter skiing, and canyoning. But have you ever wondered what adventures await you in Singapore?

Where to eat and drink in Taipei, Taiwan (2023)

Taiwan is definitely a destination that will appeal to foodies. Whether you’re in the mood for the tastiest dumplings, freshest seafood, or unique street eats, Taiwanese cuisine has something to offer for everybody. For beer lovers, it’s also a great place for chill drinking sessions with its hip craft beer bars and good selection of beer in convenience stores and groceries.

Since Taiwan extended its visa-free entry for Filipino citizens until July 31, 2024, we decided to book a quick bike vacation to the capital city Taipei combined with food-tripping and drinking in between.

Travel Guide: Biking in Taipei, Taiwan

While biking around Taipei, I couldn’t help but marvel at how amazing and safe the whole cycling infrastructure was. Right in the middle of the busy city, we could pedal for miles and miles along riversides flanked by lush greens and mangroves and scenic natural views.

The bike lanes weaved seamlessly through urban parks and gardens protected from the main highways where motorized vehicles pass and were set apart from motorcycle lanes with proper cement barriers, trees, or are placed on elevated cycle lanes and bridges over busy highways. Along the routes we took, there were numerous rest stops with water stations, public bike repair facilities, vending machines, clean restrooms, and bike parking areas.

Book hotels and activities in Boracay, Hong Kong, Singapore and more via Klook

You can can now plan your activities and book your hotel more conveniently all through one travel app. Klook is making trip planning easier with their new Stay+ deals promo, which bundles a hotel stay with attractions and activities in key destinations around the world.

With over 515,000 experiences and 17,000 service providers in 1,500 destinations across the globe, Klook has long been a go-to platform for travelers when it comes to activities.

Gear Guide: 4 tech essentials to help you travel smarter

Filipinos are finally traveling internationally once again after the pandemic. However, with the surge in travel demand and rainy season, there’s been an increase in flight delays and cancellations. It’s more difficult to book transportation getting to and from the airport, and top tourist spots require online reservations ahead of time. To make trips more hassle-free, you’ll want be connected online constantly.

Visiting London’s 5 most unusual historical sites

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London is very well known for its historical features, from Westminster Abbey to Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre. Although the most well-known historical sites in London are fantastic, there are many more to explore if you’re willing to scratch beneath the surface.

Where to drink in Tokyo, Japan: Beer diary 2023

When you think of Japanese beer, brands like Kirin, Asahi, Sapporo and Suntory immediately come to mind. You can order these beers easily from any restaurant in Japan, find them in convenience stores, or even purchase them directly from vending machines.

These days, the craft brewing culture is very much alive in Japan. Tokyo is home to many small breweries and micropubs, so it can be overwhelming to decide where and what to drink.

Unwind in style: 5 exceptional hotels on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island you must try

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When it comes to experiencing the finer things in life, Abu Dhabi’s impressive collection of classy hotels is hard to beat. And in the glitz and glamour of the city’s iconic Yas Island, you’ll find even more luxurious resorts to pamper yourself in style.

Radisson Blue Hotel, Abu Dhabi, Yas Island. Photo from Yas Island/FB.

So, whether you’re looking for a stay-and-play experience, a spa escape or a romantic getaway, there’s a perfect accommodation for you on Yas Island.

Travel Guide: Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan (2023)

Anyone who grew up playing old school video games dreams of visiting Super Nintendo World. This themed section inside Universal Studios Japan in Osaka is a geek-filled paradise where you warp right into Princess Peach’s Castle, punch question mark blocks in real life, and dine on cute Mario-themed food items.

After years of being stuck at home and escaping to virtual worlds, it felt great to get sucked into this immersive video game world in real life in Japan during a recent family trip.

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