Destinations
Europe
Lake Como, one of the deepest lakes in Europe, is a shining jewel set among the Italian alps and has been a magnet for aristocrats and celebrities since the Roman …
We did a crazy weekend trip to Amsterdam from Singapore, full details here, and we had the opportunity to check out one of the most eclectic hotels we have stayed …
Is it crazy to visit Amsterdam (from Singapore) over a long weekend (Good friday to be precise). We certainly don’t think so. With some proper planning and forceful sleeping schedule …
Santorini is the ultimate destination when it comes to instagrammable places! Whitewashed cliffs, beautiful domes, pink bougainvillea flowers and endless views of the shimmering Aegean Sea; Santorini is truly a …
As soon as I stepped inside the old town of Tallinn, I was literally transported into the middle ages, with cobble-stoned alleys twisting through beautifully preserved pastel-hued dwellings. The medieval …
The land of ice and fire has gotten unprecedented attention in recent times, in no small part owing to the global phenomena that is Game of Thrones. The raw, visceral …
I had been pushing off a trip to Santorini for a long time. Had heard of countless horror stories of the overtourism prevalent here and was in no hurry to …
Perched on the Gulf of Finland, the town of Tallinn in Estonia is known for being tech-savvy, having some of the fastest internet on the planet, and where you can …
Fjords, I always thought they were the exclusive domain of Norway, Alaska, Greenland, New Zealand and other such high latitude locales. Imagine my surprise when one day while surfing through …
A town deeply steeped in history, one that traces its origins as far back as the Roman empire and once stood at the crossroads of the Christian and the Ottoman empire, such …
A winding two lane road… The deep blue hue of the sea to your side… The cool breeze in your hair (lucky you if you have a convertible!) That’s the …
My trip to the Balkans was a veritable treasure trove of history. Literally everywhere I stopped was a UNESCO world heritage site! Each small town was well preserved to a point …
Slovenia isn’t that well known as a tourist hotspot. Yet. All that might change once people discover the amazing diversity this little country has to offer, from the stunning alpine …
Waterfalls, who doesn’t love them? But have you heard of a tier of waterfalls, cascading between sixteen (yes, you read it right) turquoise blue lakes. It is a spectacle to …
Africa
We have been fortunate enough to visit some of the most beautiful and stunning mosques around the world in our travels thus far. We would like to share the 5 …
The waters of the southern hemisphere have a certain deep, striking aura around them, the likes of which I’ve not seen in the top half of the globe. The Cape …
Cape Town, also known as Kaapstaad (in Afrikaans) and nicknamed as Mother City, can be more aptly called the mother of all cities! Framed by the mammoth Table mountain, with …
The Cape Peninsula has a lot to offer, starting from the wonderful city of Cape Town, with its colorful neighborhoods, stunning backdrop of Table mountain, the wonderful cape winelands and …
Egypt known by many sobriquets… the land of the Nile, Misr, the cradle of human civilization, to name a few, and its capital city of Cairo is the starting point …
Egypt, the land of the Pyramids and Pharaohs is a country that is steeped in history and lore, and inexplicably something every child studies about in their history textbooks. It …
The bustling city of Marrakech is Morocco’s third largest city situated in the foothills of the mighty Atlas Mountains. While not as steeped in history as the medieval town of …
Morocco has to be one of my favorite destinations of all time. Both as a standout destination and personally (I met my wife here!!). The sheer diversity of sights in …
A winding two lane road… The deep blue hue of the sea to your side… The cool breeze in your hair (lucky you if you have a convertible!) That’s the …
The mighty Sahara desert. It conjures up images of Bedouins leading a caravan of camels, walking many a mile amongst silky smooth dunes. Of weary travelers jumping for joy when they see …
Americas
The Rocky Mountains are America’s answer to the Himalayas. Having visited the Himalayan hill stations growing up in India, and stayed in the US for a decade, I’ve had ample …
My time in Torres del Paine had been spectacular so far and I was looking forward to doing some day hikes for the remainder of my second day before heading …
If you’ve been following my sabbatical sojourn throughout South America, you must have read about my trip to the picturesque Lake district and my previous post about the ultimate guide …
Ravaging westerly winds, ragged spires of Torres del Paine, multi-hued lakes bedecked with icebergs and gigantic glaciers. These form the essence of Patagonia. Covering the sparsely populated region at the …
My first stop on my month long sabbatical was an island off the west coast of Chile in the Lagos district. This island was first inhabited by german immigrants and …
A winding two lane road… The deep blue hue of the sea to your side… The cool breeze in your hair (lucky you if you have a convertible!) That’s the …
The Aurora Borealis. The northern lights. Call them whatever you want, they have a sense of surrealism, mystique and supernatural element to them. I, along with a group of awesome …
Asia
Headed by Chef-Owner Emmanuel Stroobant, Saint Pierre is a restaurant of timeless elegance, advancing bravely into the future with dining excellence. Its superlative cuisine, beautiful interiors, and a team of …
Helmed by renowned Chef Christophe Lerouy, this industrial chic 26 counter-seat restaurant serves modern French Cuisine. Restaurant Lerouy was opened in collaboration with Chef Willin Low of WildRocket and Chef …
When you think of true-blue Singaporean cuisine, you’d think that there’s no way it would fit into the mould of fine dining. But at the one michelin starred, Restaurant Labyrinth, …
It is about time Singapore got its fair share of contemporary Indian restaurants!! Chef Manogren Murugan Thevar from Penang reigns the kitchen and wants us to have a taste of …
French Restaurant By Three-Michelin-Starred French Chef Anne-Sophie Pic.It was a full house when we stepped into La Dame de Pic at Raffles Hotel Singapore to celebrate our 5th wedding anniversary …
When it comes to Japan, there is no destination quite like Kyoto. Having been a couple of times, I find myself falling more in love with each visit 🙂 A …
Thean Hou Temple, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Opened in 1989, this six tiered temple is dedicated to the Chinese sea goddess, Mazu. The temple architecture unites elements of Buddhism, Confucianism and …
Pursuing Happiness In The Last Shangri-La! Bhutan is dubbed as the ‘happiest’ country in the world for many reasons. It is officially the only country in the world to measure …
One thing we miss most after moving to Singapore is the absence of seasons. It is a paltry 32C with high relative humidity all year round, and it hurts the …
At The Westin Denarau Island Resort & Spa, 5-star comforts blend perfectly with lush tropical surroundings, international style fuses with warm Fijian hospitality and the result is one of ultimate …
Guest blog by my mother, Sumita Guha. Pondicherry (now known as Puducherry) was at one time the largest French colony in India. It still retains traces of French architecture and …
We have been fortunate enough to visit some of the most beautiful and stunning mosques around the world in our travels thus far. We would like to share the 5 …
Maldives beaches, most of them untouched by human feet are a getaway, unlike any beach destination. Imagine laying on the soft white sands with your partner, taking a dip in …
Singapore staycations, the new normal in 2020! It feels like forever since I’ve travelled abroad, and it looks, more than likely, that there might be no travel plans for the …
The brand new Royal Bengal, located next to the previous flagship of the ITC group in Kolkata, the Sonar, towers over Kolkata’s skyline and blends fine indigenous architecture with luxurious …
Our major holiday for 2019 was an extensive trip through the Middle East covering Jordan, Egypt, Oman and UAE. We flew into Dubai and spent a couple of days exploring …
Before 2016 if anyone asked me about Philippines, i would have said it’s home to one of the most densely populated cities on earth, Manila, and maybe a tropical island …