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South East Asia

Phong Nha Ke Bang National park, cave rivers, Thiên Đường Vietnam

Phong Nha Ke Bang is a National Park and a UNESCO's World Heritage Site located in central Vietnam. The National Park was only just recently opened to the public in 2010. It is home to large cave systems together with pristine untouched jungles (such as the Kẻ Bàng forest). These are spread throughout a rugged landscape comprising...
South East Asia

Hien Luong Bridge Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Ben Hai river, Vietnam

Along the way back to Hue from the Ancient Village of Phuoc Tich, I stopped by Ben Hai River demilitarized zone (DMZ). It is one of the few controversial conflict zones during the North-South Vietnam war. Located in the Vĩnh Linh District, Quảng Trị Province, this DMZ was the location of the 17th Parallel. Historically this is...
South East Asia

Ancient Village of Phuoc Tich, Farmstay, Hue, Vietnam

One of the best way to experience the rustic lifestyles of the Vietnamese people to go on a biking exploration trail in ancient Vietnamese villages- a fast disappearing early staple in the fast developing country. Phuoc Tich in the Thừa Thiên–Huế Province is one of such villages still preserved in a relatively pristine state and maintained by...
South East Asia

Vietnam Ha Long Bay, Thien Cung and Dau Go Caves

Hạ Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and popular travel destination in Vietnam known for its breathtaking natural scenery. It comprises of thousands of tiny green-topped islands scattered over a large sea bay area. Administratively, the bay resides within Hạ Long City (Cẩm Phả town). It is a part of Vân Đồn District located in...
South East Asia

Maison Centrale Hoa Lo Prison, Hanoi City, Vietnam

Hanoi has a number of historical sites and markets worth visiting during your stay in the city. They range from dreamy large temples such as the Confucius Temple of Literature and gloomy sites such as the Maison Centrale Prison site. Let’s take a look at the Maison Centrale Prison today. It is one of the few more...
South East Asia

Confucius Temple of Literature, Hanoi City, Vietnam

Hanoi has a number of historical sites worth a visit during your stay in the city. They range from dreamy large temples such as the Temple of Literature and gloomy sites such as the Maison Centrale Prison site. Let’s take a look at Confucius Temple of Literature today. The Confucius Temple of Literature The Temple of Literature (Văn Miếu)...
South East Asia

Hanoi City, Vietnam, Old Quarters, Food and Night Markets

Good morning Vietnam from Hanoi City! Land of the Pho and Coffee! Vietnam is a South East Asian nation geographically north of Thailand, beside Laos running and facing the South China Sea. As such it is one of the best places in South East Asia for seafood and home to few of the pristine sandy beaches in...
Sports Events

Income Eco Run 2018

The Income Eco run is back again in 2018 with runs through the Marina Bay area. Last year the run saw sights in the bay and through the gardens by the bay, passing by the iconic conservatories overlooking the bay reservoir, Sheares bridge and Singapore flyer. As part of NTUC efforts to support the environment, running towards...
Western

nomVnom Vegan Fast Food

nomVnom vegan fast food is a small cozy vegetarian fast dining eatery in the basement of Central mall food court in Clark Quay, Singapore. They cater exclusively to the Vegan community with an entire meat-free menu. Lets see what's on offer. Vegan burgers On menu selections, their best seller burgers is their QQ cheezy ($9.90). This is followed by...
Theme Parks

Thrope Park Resort Theme park, Surrey, England, Stealth, Swarm, Colossus, Nemesis coasters

I had the opportunity to visit Thrope park a couple of years back in 2013, but had not the time to write an article covering the theme park till now. Thrope Park is a thrill seeker’s theme park resort located between the towns of Chertsey and Staines-upon-Thames in Surrey, England. The park is operated and owned by...
Asian

Fuxiang Claypot Rice, Food junction, Harbourfront center

sand The establishment of interest today is Fuxiang Claypot. It is tucked in the quiet top-most floor of the Harbour front center in a Food Junction food court franchise. The Claypot store is situated in the middle of the food court facing the drinks store, away from the buzzing lower floors and crowds at Vivocity. In my food...
Events

The Substation performance- Map of Scars Bruises & Broken Bones

I was at The Substation gallery at Armenian Street in Singapore this weekend to witness a life and emotional performance. It was conducted in the flesh by talents in the acting and performing arts scene. Titled "A Map of Scars, Bruises and Broken Bones", the 2 hour play is said to be a live performance based on...
Events

Tales of the Malay World Manuscripts and early Books, National Library Singapore

Tucked in the upper levels of the Singapore National Library Board (NLB) building in Bugis is a treasure trove of Manuscripts and early Books documenting tales and early use of the Malay language. For centuries, even leading up to the 19th century, the Malay language was one of trade, diplomacy, religious discourse, and literature, particularly for maritime...
Asian

Springleaf Prata Place at Upper Thomson Road

For my Makan explorations this month, I visited the Springleaf Prata place at the Upper Thomson area. The restaurant is located on the far end of block, unit No.1 just by a road T junction at Thong Soon Ave in the Nee Soon district along Upper Thomson road. This Springleaf restaurant is one of the two restaurants of...
Asian

Han Kee sliced Fish Soup store, Amoy Street Food Center

Amoy Street Food Center are one of the few gems in Singapore home to a variety of good and cheap food for the foodie in us. The makan place today in question will be Han Kee sliced Fish Soup store. They are known for their sliced fish soup noodles. In the heart of the CBD The store is located...
Western

iSteaks at myVillage Serangoon Gardens

Conspicuously tucked on the second floor of the myVillage mall in Serangoon Gardens is a little gem of an eating place. It is your typical fast-food style eatery with free cafeteria-like seating where you place your order and make payment first at the counter before being served. iSteaks pride themselves into serving good quality beef (their specialty)...
Gadgets

Xiaomi Mi 20,000mah Powerbank review

Xiaomi is widely known for their line of Chinese-made mobile phones, tablets, networking equipment, accessories and even smart TVs. Their range of Li-ion power banks are one of the best in the business. It offers a blend of affordability with good quality comparable to that of much expensive brands such as Sony. The powerbank I am looking...
Events

Singapore Toy Game Comic Convention STGCC 2017 cosplay performances and gaming

Besides the huge assortment of toys and comics to boot, STGCC prides itself too as a one-stop entertainment convention touting a jammed-packed agenda of stage performances, competitive gaming and cosplay events to boot. Lets check out the Performances, Gaming and Cosplayers in the convention. Following my previous write-up covering toys and static displays of the convention, this section...
Events

Singapore Toy Game Comic Convention STGCC 2017 Toys Artist alley and Star wars

The Singapore Toy, Game and Comic Convention (STGCC) had seen itself an event uniquely Singapore with a long 10 year convention history. To mark the 10th year coming and anniversary of the convention, this year’s STGCC simply blows away everybody in term of the scale and the number of quality exhibits over the two day show. Basement Entrance Bag...
Site Updates

Massive Norway and Icelandic adventures Trip update

Howdy! Found some time to update on a couple trip write-ups of my European trips. This included uploading accompanying trip photos together with write-ups on my adventures in the area. Check out my Norway and Icelandic adventures! Travels I am making a note here will be that of my Norway wilderness adventures as well as my Icelandic trip...
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Gadgets

Galaxy Ai 2024 new Fold 6 and Flip 6

Let’s take a hands-on of Samsung’s new foldable phones and wearables at this year’s Galaxy AI Unpacked 2024 event in Singapore. The global event...

Belkin BoostCharge portable Magsafe 5k charger review

Gadgets

Belkin 2-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad review

Gadgets

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Flip5 unpacked

Gadgets

Events

Events

Singapore Night Festival 2024

Singapore Night Festival 2024

Cable Cars A Ride Through Time at Vivocity Mall

Events

Singapore Garden Festival 2024

Events

Astro Boy Journey through Time BLAXK Funan

Events

Food Reviews

European

Kapitan Slavic Ukrainian restaurant

Let’s take a dine-in today visiting the Kapitan Slavic Ukrainian/Russian restaurant at Tanjong Pagar. The restaurant offers a curated offering of Eastern Europe. The...

Sheng Ji Fishball Noodle Bukit Merah

Asian

Yat Ka Yan Dessert (Fortune Centre)

Asian

Kheng Fatt beef noodles Golden Mile

Asian

COCA steamboat

Buffets

Mio Fine Foods Neil Road

Japanese

Food for thought National Museum

Western

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