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Tracing the Origin of Udon

Udon (饂飩, usually written as うどん) is a type of thick, wheat-flour noodle used frequently in Japanese cuisine. It is often served hot as a noodle soup in its simplest form, as kake udon, in a mildly flavoured broth called…

Chatting with Annisa from Jakarta

Another episode from my series in which I chat with interesting people around the globe.

Globetrotter's Daily

This Is How I Kill Time at Airports

You turn up to the airport with plenty of time before your flight boards, only to discover, to your horror, that your flight has been delayed by several hours! Going home or back to your hotel isn’t really an option,…

Japan Endeavours

Japan Travel Diary: Week 3

What about moving away from Tokyo a little? I’m standing in front of a famous canal in Osaka. It travels through rows of buildings, and tourists get to enjoy the sight of the city from the vantage point of a…

Photography

Everything You Need to Know About Shooting at Night

Unlike taking photos in the daytime, night photography requires you to be more methodical. You can’t simply press the shutter when you’re shooting in low light situations. You need to know the exact settings to use for your camera, and…

A Month in Southeast Asia’s Hidden Gem: Laos

Laos definitely doesn't come close to the fames of its neighbours, such as Thailand or Vietnam, when it comes to international tourism. And yet, if you're looking for a fully rustic experience travelling across Southeast Asia, Laos is the place…

Local Hot Mic

Chatting with Emily from New York

Another episode from my series in which I chat with interesting people around the globe.

Just a Nice Hotel Room

I took this the last time I was in Japan. Neat, isn’t it? 🙂

I’m Going Whale Watching in Iceland

The best time for spotting whales around Iceland is the summer: June, July, and August. This reputable company offers whale watching trips for higher but also better in terms of quality for adventurous tourists. I planned ahead and only barely managed…

Photography

Redoing My YouTube Intro: Process Video

It’s been a while since I last uploaded on YouTube. But as you guys are reading my blog more and more, I feel compelled to make travel content in different formats so you guys can immerse in something other than…