“All strange and terrible events are welcome, but comforts we despise.” – Cleopatra (the last active Pharaoh of ancient Egypt) Egypt has always been a top tourist destination because of the only remaining 7 Wonders of the Ancient World – The Great Pyramids of Giza. When I was still in Singapore, it’s just too expensive … Continue reading
Category Archives: Africa & Middle East
Jordan: Move On, Never Look Back
“The land we passed through and explored is exceedingly good. If the Lord is pleased with us, he will lead us into that land, a land flowing with milk and honey, and will give it to us. Only do not rebel against the Lord. And do not be afraid of the people of the land, … Continue reading
Istanbul: Truly Beautiful and yet…
“If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul.” – Alphonse de Lamartine I have read a lot of experience from travelers about this city and everyone has been agreeing to that fact. It is often compared with Rome and Athens, but with rather rich and definitive culture. … Continue reading
Muscat: Fearless Under His Protection
“The media is not about giving you what you should know. It is about searching and telling you what the people want to know.” -Donia Gharbi It’s a quote from Donia on one of our conversation whilst we’re in Muscat. She is from Amsterdam, doing internship in a media company in Dubai. Her parents were … Continue reading
Revisiting UAE: Down to 12 Potato Wedges
Sooo, as many of you know by now, I am having an LDR :P It’s quite difficult to keep up but indeed, if there’s a will, there’s a way! Fortunately, Laurie has been visiting Asia quite often lately because of their projects, and he would always find time to stop by Singapore just to see … Continue reading
Dubai: When I Let My Heart Decide
“I can show you the world…Shining, shimmering, splendid…Tell me, princess, now when did you last let your heart decide? A whole new world, a new fantastic point of view. No one to tell us no or where to go or say we’re only dreaming” – Disney’s Alladin to Princess Jasmine Dubai is a whole new … Continue reading