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So peaceful and tranquil, being in Luang Prabang (Laos) is like going back in time! With lantern-lit streets, Indochinese architecture, French villas and the Mekong River – Luang Prabang is a place where you wish you can stay forever.
“Luang Prabang (ຫລວງພະບາງ) slows your pulse and awakens your imagination” – Lonely Planet
Found some old photos, taken more than 10 years ago that can make an interesting story. It is about an inventor, a peasant we call “Nea Ion” – who lived at that time alone, somehwere in Transylvania, “Plaiul Foii” area, next to Piatra Craiului National Park (Carpathian Mountains).
First Flying Lesson
Time to fly! It is that time in life when you want to do something exciting, such as celebrating a big round birthday.
“Life is either a great adventure or nothing.” – Helen Keller
First Day: Wrong Hotel and Still No Cash…
Revamping some old stories from West Africa, with a hint of nostalgia and wanderlust.
Africa is expensive and now I am relying on a volunteer nurse for one week-long trip to Dakar, Senegal, after spending few days in Banjul, the Gambia. My Taiwanese friend, Joyce, had to borrow 1,000 USD to pay for the airplane tickets, hotel and pocket-money. At Christmas time the banks are closed, and the travel agency doesn’t accept credit cards…
We flew at mid-night and so the adventure began.
Excitement and Entertainment in the Lion City
Singapore offers much more than shopping malls and spectacular architecture. From the entertainment attractions of Sentosa Island to the lively riverside bars of Clarke Quay, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the city.
Here are seven places worth exploring in Singapore.
“The Fine City”
Singapore is often nicknamed “The Fine City” – a clever play on words that reflects both its reputation for cleanliness and the hefty fines imposed for breaking certain rules.
Known for its order, safety and spotless streets, Singapore has some surprisingly strict laws. From restrictions on chewing gum to serious penalties for vandalism and drug offences, there are a few things every visitor should know before arriving in the Lion City.
Here are 10 unusual laws and regulations that might surprise you.
The Arab Quarter, Chinatown and Little India
Singapore is a fascinating melting pot of cultures and ethnicities, with four official languages: English, Malay, Tamil and Mandarin.
Explore the city’s traditional roots and discover the sights, sounds and flavours of its different cultural neighbourhoods.
Singapore is a fascinating place for architecture lovers. From futuristic buildings and impressive waterfront developments to unusual structures that blend art and nature, the city offers plenty of visual inspiration. Here are some of my favourite architectural highlights, captured during my visit.