Singapore is often considered to be the perfect blend between the east and the west. The city's kopitiam culture may be one of the best representation of this. Even the word kopitiam itself demonstrates the cultural amalgamation Singapore has witnessed over the years: kopi means coffee in Malay, and tiam means shop in Hokkien and … Continue reading The Caffeine Lovers Guide to Singapore
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The Best Spots to Eat & Drink in Athens, Greece
Athens leaves nothing to be desired when it comes to a selection of tavernas severing up delicious Greek fare. We were in Athens for several days at the beginning of December to work, and visit friends who live in the city. Although five days may seem like ample time, we really only went out one … Continue reading The Best Spots to Eat & Drink in Athens, Greece
8 Chill Cafes in Antigua, With Lush Gardens & Volcano Views
Antigua is easily one of Central America's most charming destinations. With three volcanes lingering in the distance, the colonial town's pleasant climate attracts visitors to Guatemala year-round. My first visit to Antigua was only a few days long, during which time we leisurely explored the city. Purposely lacking an itinerary of sorts, we spent a … Continue reading 8 Chill Cafes in Antigua, With Lush Gardens & Volcano Views
5 Spots Worth Trekking to Seminyak For
Over the past few years, Bali has become quite synonymous with 'dream destination'. It's a small, but mighty island, and caters to many different types of tourism. Naturally, not everyone will love every part of it. Before my first trip to Bali, I found myself trying to suss out where to stay during my initial … Continue reading 5 Spots Worth Trekking to Seminyak For
Every Cafe You Must Visit in Ubud, Bali
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CAFES IN UBUD Canggu may be where digital nomads flock in droves, but those looking for a bit more in terms of connection to Bali, and beyond tend to settle in Ubud. On my first visit to Bali, I spent the first couple of days in Canggu, then went north to … Continue reading Every Cafe You Must Visit in Ubud, Bali
15 Cafes in Canggu for Your Smoothie Bowl & Latte Fix
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO CAFES IN CANGGU Even if you're not a digital nomad, chances are you heard tale of Canggu's epic cafe scene. Cafes from the area regularly feature on Instagram and other travel sites for their beautiful aesthetics, innovative eats, and 'gram ready details. When I first announced I'd be visiting Canggu for … Continue reading 15 Cafes in Canggu for Your Smoothie Bowl & Latte Fix
8 Cafes for Ace Coffee in Taipei
A GUIDE TO THE BEST COFFEE IN TAIPEI Finding the cutest cafes and best cold brew in any place I visit? On brand. Taipei was no exception. Although I only had a week in the city, and unquestionably, drank way more bubble tea than coffee while there, I also managed to fit in plenty of … Continue reading 8 Cafes for Ace Coffee in Taipei
5 Spots for the Best Bubble Tea in Taipei
A GUIDE TO BUBBLE TEA IN TAIPEI Bubble tea, one of my longtime favourite beverage treats. Something I think you either love or hate. Longtime a fan, my obsession with bubble tea entered new heights when I visited Taipei. Never had bubble tea? I still remember the first time I tried it in New York … Continue reading 5 Spots for the Best Bubble Tea in Taipei
The Ultimate Guide to Hanoi: Must Do’s & Can’t Misses
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO HANOI Hanoi. Just the name of the city conjures images of motorbikes, street food flames rising up from the sidewalk, its infamous train street, French colonial architecture, charming cafes, and chaos- always chaos. Vietnam is the kind of place that awakens your sense and pulls you in from all angles. The … Continue reading The Ultimate Guide to Hanoi: Must Do’s & Can’t Misses
Discovering Coffee Mania in Sai Gon
A GUIDE TO COFFEE IN SAI GON Vietnam is the second largest coffee producing country in the world, so you know they mean business when it comes to brew. Sai Gon was my last stop in Vietnam. Prior, I'd been to Hanoi, Sa Pa, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An and Da Nang over the course … Continue reading Discovering Coffee Mania in Sai Gon