• Asia,  Japan,  Kanto Region

    Gunma is the Secret Escape that Everyone has Forgotten

    Barely 3 hours away, Gunma is a convenient getaway from the bustling Tokyo city very much like how Hua Hin is an escape from Bangkok. But unlike Hua Hin, the prefecture has a rather “unpopular” reputation amongst locals that there’s nothing much to do there. I beg to differ. There’s so many things to see and do, so how did this impression come about? I guess it’s just really the lack of marketing. Here’s why Gunma needs to be on everyone’s bucket list! #1: Skiing in Gunma It’s one of the most accessible ski resorts from Tokyo. Although I’m not the best at skiing, I heard the snow quality is…

  • Oze National Park
    Asia,  Japan,  Kanto Region

    Almost Stranded in Ozegahara, Oze National Park

    With just an hour to rush for the last bus off the peak, WJ and I hurried under the glaring sun. We lifted our aching legs up the stony steps, the last bit of the trail after walking through the grasslands and through the forest. FINALLY. We ran to the bus with just 3 minutes to spare. Sweating profusely with our legs screaming in protest, we were safe at last!

  • Hoi An Ancient Town
    Asia,  Hội An,  Vietnam

    9 Things to Do in Hoi An Ancient Town

    Think all there is to do in Hoi An Ancient Town is walk around and snap photos of the photogenic area? Well, think again! The UNESCO world heritage site holds a lot more interesting things to do other than walk around aimlessly - although that is part of its' charm and one of the things I highly encourage you to do!

  • Marble Mountain in Hoi An
    Asia,  Hội An,  Vietnam

    Marble Mountain: A Slippery Trek

    On our first visit to Hoi An, we skipped Marble Mountain because we thought it wouldn't be worth seeing. After we drove past Marble Mountain from Da Nang to Hoi An, the image of the metal elevator against the side of the mountain cemented our perception that it would be boring.