[FRANCE] Avignon Travel Recommendation

Avignon, a major city in Provence, Southern France was the capital of papacy in the 14th century.  The imposing monument, 'Palais des Papes' (Papal Palace), with its surrounding ramparts and the ruined Saint Benezet Bridge over the Rhone river dominates the city.

[FRANCE] Pont du Gard Aqueduct

Pont du Gard is the most famous part of a 50km long ancient Roman aqueduct which supplied water to Nimes for five centuries. If you're visiting Avignon, Nimes or Uzes, don't miss the opportunity to visit the this architectural masterpiece. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1985.

[FRANCE] What To See In Uzes

Uzes, City of Art and History, is a hidden gem which is located between Arles, Nimes and Avignon. Its charming medieval town is well preserved and a pleasure to explore. Uzes is the second town I visited after Nimes (25km to the southwest). 

[FRANCE] A Simple Guide to Nimes

Nimes, a city in the southern France, was once a regional capital of Ancient Rome. Today it still has some impressive Roman monuments such as the Arena of Nimes (amphitheater) and Maison Carree.  Since it is located not too far away from Avignon (about 45km) where I stayed, I decided to join a half day tour to see the city of Nimes, Uzes and Pont du Gard.

[FRANCE] My Unforgettable Trip to Mont Saint-Michel

The magical tidal island of Mont Saint-Michel is one of the highlights of my trip in France. Instead of just making a day trip there, I decided to stay overnight so that I could fully appreciate its beauty at different hours.

[FRANCE] Paris - Immerse in Van Gogh's Paintings at Atelier des Lumieres

Since I am a fan of Vincent Van Gogh, I did not want to miss the digital exhibition in Atelier des Lumieres which showcase the artist's famous works from 22 February 2019 till 5 January 2020. 

[FRANCE] Rue Cremieux - Most Instagrammable Street in Paris

Rue Cremieux is dubbed as the most Instagrammable Street in Paris. Its pastel coloured street makes it a popular destination for social media photo, much to the residence's annoyance. 

[FRANCE] Paris - A Walk Through Montmartre (Map included)

If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of Paris city for a change, escape to Montmartre! This charming neighborhood is a pleasure to stroll around on its cobbled streets. Also, don't forget to visit the famous Basilica Sacre-Coeur which is perched on top of the hill of Montmartre while you're here.

[FRANCE] Paris Museum Pass Day - A Guide to Palace of Versailles

Regardless of whether Marie Antoinette, queen of France during the French Revolution, really said "Let them eat cake." when being told that her starving peasant subjects had no bread, the Palace of Versailles has swayed the public imagination for decades due to its sheer opulence and architectural grandeur. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site for the past 30 years and it definitely warrants a visit while in France. 

[FRANCE] Louvre Museum and My Pickpocket Experience in Paris Metro

Louvre Museum is the world's largest art museum. It is famed for its vast art collection including Leornado da Vinci's Mona Lisa painting. I used the Paris Museum Pass to visit the museum.

[FRANCE] Paris Museum Pass Day - Arc de Triomphe

The world famous Arc de Triomphe stands at the center of Place Charles de Gaulle which is formed by twelve radiating avenues. The triumphal arch is built in honour of those who fought and died for France (in particular French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars).

[MALAYSIA] Tips on Taking Instagrammable Photo at KL Street Art Lane (Map Included)

The colourful mural and street arts between Changkat Bukit Bintang and Jalan Berangan makes it a popular spot to take instagrammable photo. I was there yesterday during my office lunch hour for a quick photo stop and I  instantly fell in love with place. Here's are my tips on how to take instagrammable photo here.

[FRANCE] My Favourite Paris Eiffel Tower Photo Spots

Paris Eiffel Tower is one of the world's most recognizable landmarks. You can spot this iconic tower almost everywhere you go in Paris city center. Of course, I would not missed to take tonnes of photographs of Eiffel Tower while in Paris.

[FRANCE] Paris Museum Pass Day - National Patheon & Les Invalides

Both Pantheon Paris and Les Invalides are important monuments in Paris which holds the graves of great men and women of the nation including Napoleon and Victor Hugo. I utilized the Paris Museum Pass to visit both monuments as Paris Museum Pass holders can visit them for free.

[FRANCE] Paris - Sainte Chapelle, Notre Dame Cathedral & Shakespear and Company

It’s just my luck that I couldn’t visit Notre Dame Cathedral in my trip to Paris last year after it was severely damaged in a fire earlier in the same year. However, I still managed to visit Sainte Chapelle, nearby Notre Dame Cathedral, which is famous for its stunning stained glass windows and the famous bookshop, Shakespeare and Company.

[FRANCE] How It's Like to Walk Through Paris Catacombs

Paris Catacombs is on my to-do list in Paris as it is an unique site where you'll find bones of more than 6 million dead being stacked together or arranged in a network of underground tunnels. If you wish to explore the darker side of the City of Light, this is the place you should visit while in Paris.

[FRANCE] Tips on Using Paris Museum Pass (Including 2 Day Itinerary Using The Pass)

Paris, the city of art, is famous for its numerous iconic landmarks and museums. A trip to Paris will not be complete without visiting the museums. This is why you should consider buying the Paris Museum Pass which gives you free entry to over 60 museums and monuments in and around Paris, such as Louvre Museum, Triumphal Arch, Versailles and etc.

[FRANCE] A Guide to Colmar, a Fairytale Village in Alsace

Colmar is a picturesque town which is located in the Alsace region of France, close to the German border. Its colorful old merchant quarters combined with flower lined canals makes it a perfect fairy tale setting for Belle's hometown in Disney's classic "Beauty and the Beast".

[LUXEMBOURG] Luxembourg Travel Recommendation

Luxembourg is a landlocked country which is bordered by 3 countries: Germany, Belgium and France. I decided to visit Luxembourg as I was traveling from Germany to France and I was curious about this country which has one the world's highest GDP per capita despite being one of the smallest countries in Europe!

[GERMANY] Cologne Travel Recommendation

Cologne, the fourth largest city in Germany, is known for its magnificent Cologne Cathedral and its scenic Rhine River. And yes, cologne is a perfume originating from Cologne, Germany.

[GERMANY] Frankfurt City Tour

Frankfurt, the largest city in the German state of Hesse, is also the financial capital of Germany and has the busiest German airport. Most notably, Frankfurt is home to European Union Central Bank and the German Stock Exchange.

[GERMANY] Day Trip to Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau Castles

Neuschwanstein Castle is known for its fairy-tale like castle which was used as an inspiration by Walt Disney for the castle of Sleeping Beauty. I did a day trip from Munich to visit the Neuschwanstein Castle and Hohenschwangau Castle in Hohenschwangau in September last year.

However, I am sad to say that due to corona virus outbreak, the sights in Hohenschwangau (Neuschwanstein Castle, Hohenschwangau Castle and Museum of the Bavarian Kings) are CLOSED this year until further notice. Bus and carriage operations are therefore also discontinued.

[GERMANY] Step by Step Guide on How to Book DB Railway

The national railway in Germany is called Deutsche Bahn (DB). Its high speed trains are the best way to travel between major cities all over Germany. It is relatively easy to book the train on your own online as all international credit cards are accepted.

[GERMANY] Munich Travel Recommendation

Munich, third largest city in Germany, is famous its beautiful architecture and of course, its annual Oktoberfest beer festival. Even if you're not visiting during the Oktoberfest period (mid September to early October), there's still plenty to see and do in the city.

[GERMANY] How to See Everything in Berlin in 24 hours

If you want to fully understand the history of WWII, division and reunification of Germany, you must come to Berlin, capital of Germany. I would recommend to spend at least 2 days to explore the city. However, if you have limited time like me (24 hours or less) to explore the city, fret not, you can still cover a lot of major attractions if you plan it right.

[DENMARK] Copenhagen 1 Day Itinerary Using 24 Hours Copenhagen Card

How to best explore Denmark's vibrant capital on your own? The easiest way is to buy a Copenhagen Card. The card not only offers free admission to 87 attractions and museum, it also offers free public transport in Copenhagen region, including to and from the airport!

[NORWAY] Bergen Travel Recommendation

Bergen, the second largest city of Norway, is located on the west coast of Norway. Its old harbour of Bryggen is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

[NORWAY] Norway In A Nutshell - How To Book & What You Should Know

Norway in a nutshell tour is a popular tour which will take you through Norway's beautiful fjord and mountain scenery, available in all seasons. The tour comprises of train, ferry and bus ride. It can be completed in 1 day or you can have overnight stays en route, it is completely up to you.