General Fun

A little bit of this, a little bit of that. This here is where we put everything else that doesn’t fit into our usual sectioning!

Bizarre World - Unusual Festivals

Just as the rest of the world moves forward into the online digital world, there are still various classical traditions from centuries past that retains their popularity with the new younger generation of people. Even as some of these traditions are bizarre and unusual, they have continued to grow in infamy. With its colorful local cultures and numerous differing locales, the region of Asia is filled with such festivities that makes you go “Huh?” Here are some of... [Read more of this review]

Six Breathtaking Scenic Drives in Asia

Although Asia is mostly made up of various sizes of island nations and several dense world capitals, there is a time and place to hire a car and push the pedal to the floor. Here are some of Asia’s greatest drives perfect for those wanting the sense of thrill and freedom only a road-trip can give you. Enjoy the breathtaking scenic drive as you feel the breeze of wind against your sun-tanned face. And don’t forget to check up on our unusual list of road trip songs... [Read more of this review]

Six Great Asian Hikes

Being a cross between huge expansive continents and island nations, Asia is a dynamic geological landscapes. Add in the Pacific ring of volcanic activity and you end up with some fantastic space for walkers and hikers. The region is filled with scenic beauty, ranging from sunny beaches, tropical forest to snowy mountains. This time around however, we’re looking out for hiking trails that brings one closer to nature and far beyond. Here’s our list of six of Asia’s... [Read more of this review]

10 Unusual Asian Delicacies

Asia is known not just for its diverse cultures and traditions, but also a galore of exotic food that often surprises and astonishes, sometimes not to a positive effect. Now to list all the unusual food found in this colorful region would be simply impossible, they are just too many. So instead, we are starting out here with a list of just ten unusual delicacies from all over the region. Know of any other delicacies that you feel should make the list? Let us know and... [Read more of this review]

Classic Asian Vegan Dishes

Vegetarianism is a practice that is slowly becoming more popular nowadays. There are numerous reasons as to why one chooses to follow this practice, as varied as the different types of vegetarianism itself, but usually it (the reason) is related to either, morality, religion, health or taste. If you are a vegetarian planning a trip to Asia, your choice of food can be quite limited, and there are cultural differences that can often leave one confused. In Indonesia for... [Read more of this review]

6 Ways to Volunteer at the Zoo

VolunTourism, the approach of combining traveling and volunteering at your particular chosen destination, is concept that has slowly been gaining popularity. It’s a great way to travel, see the world and experience foreign cultures, and at the same time giving back into the local community. The wide array of options available are also a big plus, which means you get to choose something that is also of interest to you. For the animal lovers out there, here are a list... [Read more of this review]

Wanderlust and Lipstick

Beth Whitman’s own wanderlust started years ago with a trip to India. While she’d seen plenty of the U.S. at that point, her only trip abroad had been a few weeks in England. But after three months in India, Nepal and Thailand, Beth was hooked. Since that first trip, Beth has made a career out of traveling — especially to India and the surrounding countries. Not only has she written about the area, but Beth also leads tours to India and Bhutan. Beth says,... [Read more of this review]

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