Festivals & Events
Spring is arguably the most wonderful of the four seasons. Asian countries, in particular, are beautiful places to visit during spring. Special flowers that are absent during the rest of the year are finally coming into bloom and fruit trees bear in abundance. Several Asian countries celebrate the coming of spring by holding events, festivals,… Continue reading Where to Experience Spring in Asia and What to Expect
It’s Ramadan season where, throughout the month (May 27 – June 25, 2017), Muslims around the world observe fasting, introspection and deep prayer. For Muslims, Ramadan is a time for spiritual strengthening and personal development, when days are spent exercising discipline and commitment, and nights are spent in both celebration and vigil. It might not… Continue reading 6 Wondrous Destinations Around the World to Experience Ramadan Abroad
Sakura fever approaches! Cherry blossoms, or sakura, is the treasured national flower of Japan. Part of its beauty is in its transient nature; a few fleeting days of magnificent yet delicate bloom, then the flowers float gracefully to the ground and its a whole year before they appear again. This spring, I’m planning to join… Continue reading Cherry Blossoms in Japan – 2019
The best time of year to visit Japan is during the Cherry Blossoms season. ‘Hanami’ or cherry blossom viewing, is a pretty magical experience as you wander through tree groves under the bloom of delicate petals of the sakura (cherry) and ume (plum) trees. The magic of hanami can also be experienced in Taiwan and… Continue reading Cherry Blossoms 2018 – Sakura Forecast Dates – Japan, Korea and Taiwan
So, it’s the fasting month for the Muslims again, the holy month of Ramadan where the Muslims including I will be fasting from early in the morning around 5.30 am until 7.30 pm. No food and drink during the day is definitely challenging, but as I grow older, I have gotten used to it. There… Continue reading Mmm Lazatnya! Food to try in Ramadan Bazaar 2017
Wait, wait, wait, don’t turn your nose up at the mention of jazz! This isn’t a gown-and-champagne uppity jazz festival reserved for ‘atas’ people who are best friends with Yo-Yo Ma. In fact, I was surprised to learn that ‘jazz’ is far more diverse and inclusive than I’d realised. And funner! You CAN attend this thing even… Continue reading Borneo Jazz Festival 2017: A Non-Atas Musical Launchpad into Sarawak Adventures
Springtime brings magic to life in Japan, Korea and Taiwan thanks to the beauty of pink and white cherry blossoms. Every year, travellers flock to Japan for hanami (cherry blossom viewing) where the sakura flowers delight. But you can also enjoy the charm and romance these flowers bring in Korea and Taiwan! Here’s some of the top… Continue reading Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Taiwan 2017
Every spring, travellers eagerly await the blooming of cherry blossoms in Korea. [Hope you 90’s kids got my Savage Garden reference ;p ] Much like hanami in Japan, everyone gets excited about the romantic transformation every spring in Korea. Timing is everything (these pretty blossoms aren’t in full bloom for long!), so you’ll need to… Continue reading Chic a Cherry Blossoms – Best Places See Cherry Blossoms in Korea 2017
Cherry blossom viewing in Japan, also known as hanami, is an event locals and tourists from all over the world alike, look forward to each spring. Notorious for it’s immensely short bloom (just one to two weeks), planning a trip to Japan to see the cherry blossoms during the fleeting sakura season can prove to… Continue reading Hanami Guide: Top Spots to See Cherry Blossoms in Japan 2017