Travel Stories

Beijing, the capital of China, is in stark contrast to my hometown, Shanghai. From the tranquil elegance of the Temple of Heaven to the majestic grandeur of the imperial palaces, Discovery in Beijing is a journey through centuries of civilization. Throughout its illustrious past, Beijing has served as the political, economic, and cultural life for…

Puerto Rico’s capital city of San Juan attracts visitors to hotspots like the fort garitas and the old town’s Fortaleza “umbrella” street, but there are many more secret buildings and stories inside this walled city. Puerto Rico is a U.S. territory that Americans do not need to show their passport to visit. The number of…

Thanksgiving is a cherished holiday in the United States, offering families not only a time to come together for a feast of turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie but also an opportunity to embark on memorable vacations. With the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Thanksgiving provides a much-needed break, allowing families to reconnect and create…

HOW TO APPLY FOR A NEWBORN PASSPORTIf you’re wondering how to apply for a newborn passport, I want to first wish you congratulations! You most likely just had a baby and if you’re anything like me, you’re looking forward to introducing your baby to the world. Becoming a parent has been one of the most…

If you think of Nevada, Las Vegas and Reno might be the first cities to pop into your mind. These shimmering worlds of neon-lined roads, gambling galore, and loads of entertainment draw around 40 million combined visitors yearly.  But, there… Please visit: Our Sponsor

Sharing is caring! It may often be thought that Galle is all about just a 16th century fortified fortress; but please do not be misguided. This colonial-era ‘show piece’ of Sri Lanka is a day well spent, and a perfect getaway from the bustling city of Colombo. And hence, when in Sri Lanka, a one…

Hey everyone! My Living Abroad series, after a long hiatus, is back. Today, I’m chatting with Jennifer, an American teacher and blogger living in Romania. Jennifer, a serial expat, has spent the past 11 years living and working on four continents, but she now calls Bucharest home. With its gorgeous countryside, low cost of living, and…

Why You Need to Know Chinese Basic Words and Phrases If you’re going to travel in China, then you really need to learn a few common Chinese phrases. I speak from experience when I say that traveling in China without knowing at least some basic Chinese words and sentences is incredibly frustrating. Even if you’ve…

Hands up if you have had a tough two years? We all have, haven’t we? We have recently spent 4 days in Costa Adeje, Tenerife and the trip reminded me of the power of getting away. Here are the top things to do in Costa Adeje to get the most out of your trip. However,…

Malta Scuba Diving – The Dive Sites of Malta, Gozo and Comino We both learnt to scuba dive in Malta. Every weekend, I would go scuba diving with my friends at various dive sites in Malta, Gozo and Comino. All 3 islands have some excellent dive sites. There are currently 77 dive sites located in…