After writing about the top festivals in Thailand, it was only right to discuss the top festivals in Singapore! It was so hard to choose between the many due to the fact that each one is extremely different from the rest. From Taoist to Muslim to Hindu beliefs, the festivals of Singapore are worldly. The […]

Etiquette and other cultural habits of Thailand may have already been mentioned, but it’s always good to review! When traveling to foreign lands it’s important to respect the culture and to fit in as much as possible to avoid problems. How would you feel if a visitor in your country disrespected your culture? Exactly! You […]

Everyone loves a good festival, and Thailand has plenty of them (as you may have already noticed from previous posts). But not all may be worth planning a trip around. Festivals usually give off a better understanding of the country’s culture and enthusiasm, so there are a few in every country worth a visit. The […]

One thing that almost all travelers fall in love with in Thailand is an exotic desert known as Mango with Sticky Rice or Kao Niew Ma Muang. The key to this fantastic dish is the rice, which must be sweet or glutinous. Don’t even think about using Jasmine rice! For a serving for 1 or […]

Along with India and Singapore, Thailand is Asia’s prime country for medical tourism and it’s growing at a rapid rate. With internationally trained physicians, low cost treatments, and inexpensive hotel rooms, there is no wonder why. It is estimated that around 500,000 tourists arrived in Thailand in 2011 for medical purposes all across the board […]

For a third consecutive year, the Samui International Jazz Festival is back to bring smooth jazz beats to Koh Samui. The last two festivals were such hits attracting over 3,000 spectators that this third time is expected to be a charm. With Koh Samui’s vibe and strong tourism, it’s the perfect island to host this […]

A futuristic mind blowing city in a garden, Garden by the Bay is something you have never seen before. Stretching across 101 hectares of land in Central Singapore, this park features three waterfront gardens, two conservatories, larger than life supertrees, and more. Some even claim it to be better than Singapore’s all time favorite park, […]

For those chilly nights, no dish can give as much comfort as Laksa. This coconut creamy soup-like goodness is a pure treat and not so difficult to make. Head to your local Asian grocery store to stock up on the following ingredients: Coconut Milk Laksa Paste or Sauce Onions Red peppers Rice vermicelli (1 package […]

You may already know, but Singapore is not a cheap place compared to the rest of South East Asia. Their dollar is practically neck to neck with the USD. But don’t let this discourage you because with a little help, you can enjoy Singapore without breaking the bank or in this case, without breaking anything. […]

While Bangkok isn’t necessarily an expensive place, it’s still nice to enjoy things on the cheap or free in this case. Why spend money when you don’t have to, especially in times of weak economies? The list below are five of the best free things to do in the entertaining city of Bangkok. 1) The […]

Singapore is one of Asia’s leaders in advanced care, making it a top destination for medical tourism. Its healthcare system is one of the most successful in the world considering that prices are reasonable, service is efficient, and doctors are knowledgeable. It’s estimated that over 200,000 foreign patients each year choose Singapore for medical related […]