Monthly Breakdown for Solo Female Travellers, Remote Workers, and Theme Park Addicts Japan – one of my favourite places ever. Period. Back when I was still travelling short-term (think winter holidays), I’d backpack through the countryside using the Japan Rail Pass. But now with a 30kg suitcase and two carry-ons? Big no. These days, I…
Monthly Breakdown for Market Devotees, Urban Roamers, and Oyster-Loving Nomads Melbourne’s been a favourite of mine — and yes, the Queen Victoria Market is a big part of that. There’s something about fresh oysters in the morning, donuts in the afternoon, and international food options at every corner that just makes this city so livable.…
Monthly Breakdown for Burnout Recovery, Indoorsy People, and Quiet Place Seekers Vientiane doesn’t give you a checklist of things to do — and that might be the point. It’s not flashy, not overly touristy, and honestly? That made it perfect for slowing down. If you’re looking to hibernate, recharge, or just pause from moving too…
Monthly Breakdown for Visa Sufferers, Temple Wanderers, and Unexpectedly Charmed Souls I came in with zero expectations and left feeling… oddly healed. There’s something about Kathmandu that feels untouched by time. But make no mistake — it’s not all mystical alleyways and spiritual cafes. It’s also cash-only, credit-card-rejecting, visa-line chaos. I learned the hard way,…
Monthly Breakdown for Food Chasers, Chill Walkers, and Ximending Addicts Taipei is still one of my top picks in Asia. Night markets? Elite. Shopping? Dangerous. Weather? Perfect for late-night strolls with fried chicken in hand. I stayed in Tamsui this time — quiet and by the water — but trust me, the city never feels…
Monthly Breakdown for Beach Lovers, Return Visitors, and Travellers Who Miss the Quiet I used to love Da Nang — the quiet beaches, the low-key charm, the way everything felt just a little slower. But coming back after two years… it’s changed. The rise in tourism is great for the locals (and they deserve that…
Monthly Breakdown for Surprise City Crushes, Cafe Crawlers, and Wedding Weekenders I was only in Malacca for a week — came for a friend’s wedding, stayed for the food and weekend energy. I didn’t think much of it before the trip, but I ended up enjoying the slow pace, good eats, and charming little cafes…
Monthly Breakdown for VPN Survivors, Cross-Border Workers, and Brave Experimenters I only stayed a week in Shenzhen — and let’s just say Gmail wasn’t having it. Even with a paid VPN, I struggled to get my work tools up. So yes, I ended up taking the bullet train into Hong Kong every day just to…
Monthly Breakdown for Introverts, Early-Stage Nomads, and Nature Walkers This one’s a little hazy — it was early in my full-time travel days and I was in full hermit mode. I didn’t do much, didn’t see much, but I was there. Some trips are like that — slower, quieter, and more about the pause than…
Monthly Breakdown for Border-Hoppers, Nostalgic Singaporeans, and Cafe-Hopping Creatures Funny how the place closest to home was the last one I considered for long-term living. But when a friend mentioned they were based in JB — and I had a personal event in Singapore — it all clicked. I used to pop over as a…