Culture
The majestic Borobudur temple complex is arguably one of the biggest tourist draws in central Java. But there are also many other reasons to visit this region. Borobudur. Rising Up to Ancient History Borobudur / CC by 3.0 / Thrillseekr Before Sunrise Waking up at 3am in the middle of the night is never easy… Continue reading Travel Diaries: Exploring Borobudur & the Cultural Wonders of Central Java
By Explorer Marisse Gabrielle Reyes – Travelling can definitely get you out of your comfort zone, but these unusual customs might just put you out of orbit. From eating chicken eggs soaked in the urine of virgin boys in China to running down a dangerously steep hill after a wheel of cheese in England, to… Continue reading Strange Facts: The Most Unusual Customs Around the World
Haunting voices carrying through the trees. Indigenous structures set against the background of mighty Mount Santubong reaching up into the clouds. Rhythmic drum beats moving the feverish crowd. Vibrations from stringed instruments accompanied by the lively shake-shake of maracas, percussions and lots of rare traditional instruments I’d never heard of. Attending the Rainforest World Music Festival 2015 in Sarawak was… Continue reading Dancing in a Sarawak Rainforest to World Music
The world is an open book for us travellers. We’d love to go just about anywhere. But where next? How to pick the right places? How to avoid the dreaded nightmare trip? To start the lunar new year right, we decided to seek expert advice to point us in the right direction. We consulted with Fengshui master, Master… Continue reading Travel Horoscope: Where Each Chinese Zodiac Should Go in 2015