There are many markets in Hong Kong. Most of these occupy whole street areas for periods of the day. The most popular ones can be found around Mongkok but there are a few others I recommend considering for a visit. Temple market Opening: from 2-midnight. Best after 8pm. Get there: Yau Ma Tei station Exit […]
As thousands plan to descend on Russia for World Cup matches next month, preparations are taking form. With Luzhniki stadium in Moscow and the Saint Petersburg stadium being the main hosts for the event, there are already plenty of signs, being set up, in those cities, which will ensure fans get themselves safely to these […]
I love to hunt out arts and crafts on my travels, and even better, actually give making something a go. There’s already plenty to do in Luang Prabang in Lao including basket weaving, pottery and embroidery (onto Hmong slippers) but of course for me the papercrafts were the first thing I went in search of. […]
Thailand is one of the easiest places to travel or experience. Whether you’re planning to visit solo, with a friend or other half, or even with kids. I’ve collated my picks from Thailand to help with planning a trip there, whatever the time of year. These are the best bits summarised, so you can pick […]
First timers may find it difficult when trying to find a place to sit down for just a bite to eat in Hong Kong. There are numerous choices to suit every budget. This is just a quick list with a handful of recommendations from my recent trip there, which may come in handy. Top tip: […]
I remember when it seemed like everything was made in Taiwan. Plastic items, dolls, computer parts; all with the same little ‘Made in Taiwan’ label. Back then it didn’t really dawn on me that Taiwan was much more than a gigantic factory, or that its status as a country was so ambiguous. These days everything […]