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View towards Bukit Timah hill, the highest point on Singapore Island

Visiting Singapore

The city-state of Singapore lies just off the Southern tip of the Malay peninsula. Having a total area of around 275 square miles it is the smallest country in south-east Asia. Singapore is renowned for the efficiency of its transport system, (including a metro system and cable cars between islands) and as it is also [...]

Singapore's Marina Bay by erwinsoo via flickr Creative Commons

Highlights of Singapore City

Singapore is actually made up of over 60 different islands, with the largest island being home to the capital city and many great attractions.  It is very easy to get around, with an excellent train system linking almost all areas.  Many tourist areas are also easy to explore by foot, and there are many taxis [...]

Naphamethinidon, Naphaphonphumisiri near summit of Doi Inthanon by Lester Mathias Andersson (creative commons)

Thailand’s Second City

Northern Thailand’s Chiang Mai is a real darling of a city.  With some of Thailand’s most stunning mountain scenery there is something for everyone to do outside. Pay a visit to Doi Inthanon.  This is Thailand’s highest mountain and is part of a beautiful scenic national park area.  The views from the summit are breath-taking, [...]

Mandalay Near Zegyo by Hybernator

On the Road to Mandalay

Burma, although starting to open up more for tourism and becoming more accessible, remains a land of intrigue and mystery.  Take a wonderful journey across this fascinating country to see some amazing sights, meet friendly, curious people, and have an adventure that you will never forget. Whilst not being a road, one of the best [...]