New Orleans, the USA
There is so much more to New Orleans than Mardi Gras and Bourbon street. Ask any local about their city and you’ll be inundated with suggestions.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Why Go? As a UNESCO World Heritage Site with many of its medieval structures still intact, Edinburgh tells interesting tales from centuries past. Yet the capital of Scotland is far from being outdated. The city is laden with contemporary art galleries, shops, restaurants, bars, and clubs. Also a constant attraction are its year-round festivals. The […]
Stockholm, Sweden
Why Go? Spread across 14 islands and situated where the waters of Lake Mälaren meet the Baltic Sea, Stockholm’s charm immediately puts you at ease. Brick façades line the cobbled, narrow streets of the Old Town, Gamla stan, contrasting with the modern city centre, and the island of Södermalm is a treasure trove for vintage […]
Cebu, the Philippines
Why Go? Cebu, the Queen City of the South, is one of the major cities in the Philippines. It has everything you would expect from a metropolitan area. However, traffic here is significantly more bearable and life is neither too fast nor too slow. Also, the beaches and caves are only a few hours away […]
Singapore: Touring the Hawker Centres
Singapore is widely known to be a melting pot of cultures. As diverse as the people living in it is the food. Eating is a way of life for the Singaporeans. And what better way to sample authentic local cuisines than in hawker centres. These open-air buildings are lined with food stalls serving tasty street […]
Vancouver, Canada
Cool neighborhoods, drink and dine hot spots and spectacular sightseeing are why visitors fall for Vancouver
Restaurant: Amadeus – Ghent, Belgium
Outside, the window was full of TripAdvisor and travel awards. But it wasn’t the boastful stickers that convinced us to step inside – it was the reputation. Amadeus is the place to go for ribs – if the reviewers are to be believed. So much so that Belgium and in particular Ghent, have several of […]
Lisbon, Portugal
Why Go? If you want to escape the unpredictability of spring make sure to head to Lisbon, one of the world’s great historical cities. Besides the mild climate, Lisbon is famous for its variety of tourist attractions, amazing cuisine, its vicinity to sandy beaches and unofficially being the least expensive capital city in Western Europe […]
Inside Bao’s Kitchen in The Hague, the Netherlands
Editor’s Note: We are sad to report that Bao’s Kitchen has now closed. Explore our other articles for alternatives of where to eat in The Hague. When you push open the door of Bao’s Kitchen in The Hague, the Netherlands, it feels a lot like stepping out of your own home and into someone else’s. […]
Ghent, Belgium
Why Go? Lonely Planet named it “Europe’s best kept secret” and a must see destination in 2011. National Geographic Traveler Magazine listed it as the most authentic historic city in the world. And Ghent truly is a city that comes to life after sunset and has more food options than a supermarket. When to Go […]
