Personally, trying out the local food is one of my travel highlights. Sure, I do enjoy having my afternoon teas all around the world, but I also love visiting local hawker centres and restaurants, finding out about local delicacies and giving them a try. Sometimes they’re not to my palate and other times I get completely hooked – take Penang, for example, where I became obsessed with the calorific but oh so delicious murtakbak. When Justin and I visited Singapore two lovely bloggers we befriended online, the Expat Kiwis, offered to take us on a foodie tour of Singapore, showing…

The Claridges Hotel New Delhi is a great option for those looking for a sanctuary from the constant hustle and bustle of India’s capital… TL;DR: Pros: Cons: A luxury hotel in New Delhi After two weeks of travelling around India, living from my suitcase, I wanted to finish my trip with a couple of days of R&R at a luxury hotel in New Delhi. And so, during my long bus and train journeys between Jaipur, Agra, Varanasi, Khajuraho and Orchha, I began researching luxury hotels in New Delhi and came up with a shortlist, which included Le Meridian, The Oberoi…

With over 1,000 temples (so far) discovered within the Angkor Archaeological Park there’s no way you can see everything during just one trip. However, with some careful planning – and a good guide – it’s not that hard to put together an itinerary that will allow you to visit some of the park’s most iconic temples as well as head a little off the beaten track. The entrance fee to Angkor Wat To enter Angkor Archaeological Park you need to buy an admission pass known as an Angkor Pass, which can be bought as either one-day, three-day or seven day…

After some colonial luxury? Then try the afternoon tea at Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, where you can choose from a classic, Khmer or tropical dining experience in the hotel’s beautiful conservatory. Hidden behind the unassuming cream walls of the colonial-styled Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor is a luxurious, peaceful haven. A far fetch from the hustle and bustle of Siem Reap going about its business just outside, once through its doors the sound of motorbikes and hawkers is replaced by gentle laughter and piano music. Welcomed by an extravagantly dressed doorman, when we entered the hotel it was like taking a…

India is a country which has a mix of both traditionalism and modernism in it, which has both the bustling busy cities on one side and the calm and serene simple villages on the other. India is rich in cultures and heritages and has a vast number of historical monuments and archaeological structures. Each state in India is equally beautiful and perfect for holidaying. Every state is enriching, inspiring and unforgettable. When planning a holiday to India you have numerous choices in front of you as which holiday destination they would like to visit. Here guest blogger Rohit offers up…

Having recently returned from a wonderful trip to Sri Lanka, I wanted to share with you my top five of things to do when visiting this country. There is a huge variety of experiences available to travellers here, but before diving into all the good stuff, I wanted to offer some quick Sri Lanka travel advice… Visas for travel to Sri Lanka Travelers need to have a valid visa to enter Sri Lanka. The good thing is nowadays you do not need to visit the embassy to get the visa sticker for your passport, you can simply obtain it online,…

At first I wasn’t sure whether to write this post – Koh Jum Beach Villas is a true hidden gem, a rare find in South East Asia today. Simply put, I wasn’t sure whether to share my discovery for fear the resort would be changed by an influx of new visitors. But the truth is it’s too good not to shout about, and so here I am, letting you into the secret that is Koh Jum Beach Villas. Where is Koh Jum? Koh Jum is a small island off the coast of Krabi, Thailand, surprisingly untouched by tourism when islands…

Afew years back Justin and I headed to Singapore as part of one of our annual big trips – our main holiday of the year – and after a lot of research we decided to split our fortnight away in half; spending a week in Penang, Malaysia followed by a week in Singapore. The city is amazing; a melting pot of cultures and a crazy mix of old and new and after my 5-night stay I was not ready to leave. I will most definitely be back to experience more of what Singapore has to offer, but as a first-timer…

It’s summer time, which means it’s time for salads and BBQs. I wanted to share one of my favourite salads, bún gà – a Vietnamese rice noodle salad with chicken. I’ve been to Vietnam twice – it’s a beautiful country with a fascinating culture, and the food is my favourite of all cuisines. In particular, nuoc mam sauce – the perfect combination of salty and sweet – always makes me think of meals I ate there (and makes me want to return because my attempts at making those dishes will never be as good). I think of all the dishes…

Krabi is a beautiful part of Thailand to visit anytime of the year, but depending on when you go your experience can be very different. Both off season and high season have their pros and cons, as we discovered when we recently stayed in Koh Jum, a beautiful island just off mainland Krabi. To help you decide what time of year suits you best, I’ve put together this little guide from our own personal experiences of staying at Koh Jum Beach Villas during the change from off season to high season (October 15-22). Off season or high season? The amenities…