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The Unspoken Pains of a #SoloTrip

We’ve all come across raving reviews of the solo trip in one form or another. Instagram feeds of beautiful, brave travels, accompanied by hashtags like #solotravel #finally. Plenty of articles on ‘why you should travel alone’. Not forgetting, that friend who always says – with a wistful look – “it’s just not the same exploring […]

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Projects Singapore

10 Award-winning Running Routes in Singapore

Singapore’s top running trails Alright, this isn’t some accredited awards commissioned by Nparks or what. But lately, I’ve been on a personal mission to explore Singapore’s running routes. It’s a great way to keep fit and keep exploring in my own backyard. Even among our office skyscrapers and high-rised HDB flats, there are countless pockets […]

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Differences between travelling as a student and after you start work

As a student, I had never once wavered when it came down to booking the cheaper flight option with the oddest timings, or checking in to a dodgy hostel just because it cost so little per bunk bed. When you have lots of energy (and very little money), every budget option is a wonderful opportunity […]

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How to Enjoy Grad Trip on a Shoe-string Budget

Graduation. One of the best times in life. You’re done with burning the midnight oil cramming endless definitions and formulae, but not yet entangled in the 9-to-5 rigidities of working world. Anyone at this stage should try the experience of a grad trip. As Ralph Waldo Emerson rightfully advised, go live in the sunshine, swim […]

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Mountains Vietnam

5 Things to Do in Sapa, Vietnam

Sapa is a laid back, mountainous town in Northwestern Vietnam, blessed with a cool climate throughout the year. The Hoàng Liên mountain range dominates the area, setting a dramatic backdrop for many scenic treks.   Just venture out a little to nearby indigenous villages and you’ll be rewarded with views of stepped paddy fields – […]

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Vietnam

How to get to Sapa, Vietnam

  A 9-hr train ride from Hanoi, the journey to Sapa is an adventure itself. There are so many private operators for this route that I got confused trying to book my tickets online from Singapore. Here’s how we managed to get from NoiBai International Airport to Sapa town:   NoiBai International Airport to Hanoi […]

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Outdoor Blogger Awards 2015 Finalist

Woahhh. This blog has been shortlisted for the Simply Hike Outdoor Blogger Awards 2015! It has been just over a year since I launched this blog and I am super honoured to make it to the finals (apparently out of 1000+ entries), alongside some really exceptional professionals under the Travel category. This means a lot […]