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How to Enjoy a World-Cuisine Journey Without Leaving Downtown Bangkok
Bangkok is known for its spectacular offerings of Thai cuisine. Street markets and restaurants alike serve up the best of local flavours, but that’s not all. Thailand’s capital is also a great place to feast on international flavours, from Italian to Spanish to American cuisine. You don’t even have to leave central Bangkok to find a place that serves all this and more.
By John Ashley2 months ago in Families
How to Experience Chiang Mai Like a Local: From Street Food to Hidden Temples
Chiang Mai has a reputation for being one of the most cultured places in Thailand. From charming temples to statues to street markets, a tourist is promised a wide variety of things to do and see. If you’re planning to visit and want to experience Chiang Mai like a local, this guide is for you.
By John Ashley2 months ago in Families
How to Plan a Dream Wedding by the Sea in Otaru
Few places in Japan offer a setting as romantic as Otaru — a charming port city on Hokkaido’s western coast, where the sea, mountains, and history come together in perfect harmony. With its cobblestone streets, old-world charm, and tranquil bay views, Otaru provides a stunning backdrop for couples dreaming of a seaside ceremony. Planning a wedding here combines the magic of coastal beauty with genuine Japanese hospitality, creating a celebration that’s intimate, elegant, and unforgettable. Here’s a step-by-step guide on planning your "big day".
By John Ashley2 months ago in Families
How to Plan a Relaxing Stay in Central Kyoto
Kyoto is the kind of city where you take things slow. It’s never the kind of place that screams for attention like Tokyo. Instead, it draws you in quietly, with temple bells and narrow lanes lined with wooden townhouses and pockets of calm where time seems to slow down. If you feel like you’ve been juggling a hundred tasks and want to get away from the blues of daily life, Kyoto is the perfect destination to visit. Here’s how to plan the best relaxing stay in Central Kyoto.
By John Ashley2 months ago in Families
How to Plan the Perfect Weekend Staycation in Singapore
You don’t always need to go to a faraway destination to feel like you’ve escaped daily life – at least not if you’re in Singapore. A weekend staycation is all you need to feel right as rain! It gives you just enough time to rest, relax, and recharge, all without the bother of long-haul flights. Here’s how to plan the perfect weekend staycation in Singapore.
By John Ashley2 months ago in Families
How to Improve Your Hospitality Skills for Career Success
The hospitality industry is one of the most dynamic and rewarding career fields, requiring a unique blend of interpersonal skills, technical expertise, and cultural awareness. Whether you are just starting in the field or aiming for leadership roles, honing your hospitality skills is essential to achieving professional growth and long-term success. With the industry constantly evolving, the ability to adapt, communicate effectively, and provide exceptional guest experiences can set you apart from the competition. In this guide, we will explore actionable steps to enhance your skills and ensure you thrive in the hospitality sector.
By John Ashley2 months ago in Families
How to Spend a Week in Ras Al Khaimah
So you’ve booked yourself a week in Ras Al Khaimah – good call. It’s one of the UAE’s lesser-known places, a mix of mountains, beaches, heritage, and just enough luxury to feel special without being over the top. Over the next seven days, you’ll collect the most wonderful memories.
By John Ashley2 months ago in Families
How to Explore Indonesia Alone and Fall in Love with the Journey
Indonesia is an amazing place to travel to, and it welcomes travellers of all walks of life with open arms. While many believe that exploring Indonesia is best suited for couples and families or groups, this could not be further from the truth. Travelling solo across Indonesia is one of those experiences that manages to be both freeing and grounding at the same time. With over 17,000 islands scattered all about the the Indian and Pacific Oceans, the country is a place full of adventure, culture, and discovery. This is a place where solo travel does not mean being alone. Whether meeting locals in a busy market, sharing a table at a street-side warung, or sailing on a Raja Ampat luxury cruise, travellers find themselves surrounded by warmth, kindness, and connection.
By John Ashley3 months ago in Families
How to Master the Art of Hotel Management from Classroom to Career
Management of a hotel is one of those rare career paths that is a combination of business, people, as well as creativity. It allows you to build a profession that is both rewarding and ever-evolving, with opportunities to travel and connect with people from all across the world. But learning hotel management takes more than just studying books. It involves the ability to develop practical skills, gain leadership qualities, as well as gather different experiences in real hospitality environments. Whether you dream of managing a luxury resort or running your own boutique property, understanding how to learn hotel management skills effectively is the first step. If you are looking for a guide and structure to start building yourself in this industry, one of the first steps that needs to be taken is joining a well-known hotel management institute.
By John Ashley3 months ago in Education
How to combine Nature and Culture on a Kandy Stay
A picturesque city nestled on a plateau in the hilly terrain of its central province, Kandy is the second largest city in Sri Lanka. It was also the capital of the last Kingdom of the island when the British captured it. These factors make Kandy rich in history and culture while showcasing natural beauty, a combination that captivates the interest of discerning travellers. With most of the sites being in proximity to the city, discover how to enjoy culture and nature’s beauty during your stay in Kandy.
By John Ashley3 months ago in Families
How To Spend 3 Days In Abu Dhabi
Culture, Comfort, And Coastlines Abu Dhabi blends bold architecture with calm desert islands and rich heritage. So, 3 days here will give you just enough time to experience its contrasts: religious elegance, urban energy, and desert island calm. Each day will feel different, yet they all connect through hospitality, heritage, and quiet confidence. Whether you're in a palace, a resort, or a city café, the experience is smooth and thoughtful. It’s not just a stopover. It’s a destination that knows how to slow you down. With good planning, you can move from grand mosques to wild nature, ending with fine dining and shopping in total comfort. Here is how to spend 3 days in Abu Dhabi.
By John Ashley3 months ago in Families
How To Plan A Sustainable Maldives Vacation
Travel Light, Leave Less Footprints And Let Reefs Shine. The Maldives has beautiful islands surrounded by clear water, sandy beaches, reefs and some of the best snorkelling and diving spots in the world. You can enjoy these beautiful scenes and places while keeping your footprint low. For this, you have to plan an Eco-Friendly trip. Here is how to plan a sustainable Maldives vacation.
By John Ashley3 months ago in Families
