On Day 3, we traveled from the capital of Bhutan, Thimphu to Punakha. Punakha is the ancient capital of Bhutan, and it is about a 2 hour and a half drive away from Thimphu. Being of a lower altitude of 1,200 m above sea level, Punakha has a subtropical climate where the temperatures are much…
Singapore is a first world country with first world problems. One of the first world problems I am referring to here is the high cost of living. And the standard of living has been increasing ever since. Ten years ago, a plate of chicken rice would only cost about $2 but now it costs an…
Is it a hassle to do all the planning on your own? Many people love to travel but have the mistaken impression that planning a trip is extremely difficult. More often than not, they look for travel agents and buy packaged holidays with little room for change or customization. Trip planning doesn’t have to be…
Thimphu Breakfast at Hotel Osel Another day of adventure awaits as I set off to my first hike in Bhutan. After a hearty breakfast at Hotel Osel, I packed my luggage and waited in the lobby for my guide to pick me up. They came at 9 am, and we headed straight for the hike….
Nature’s Glory Nature’s Glory is not just into nourishing organic food but now also into creating organic liquid soaps which are safe for you, your family, and even babies, to use. This health-conscious company is keen on bringing only the best organic and natural products to you in Singapore. The Blessed Soap They have just…
Grissini – A Modern Italian Grill Restaurant During our staycation at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel, we dined Grissini which is one of the hotel’s newest dining establishment. It is a contemporary Italian grill restaurant which features oven-grilled seafood and meat which are fired over charcoal and flavored wood in their one-of-a-kind oven. Their kitchen is…
Singapore-inspired High Tea During our staycation at Grand Copthorne Hotel, we set aside some time (and tummy space) to try their Singapore-inspired afternoon tea set at Tempo Bar. Considering that it might be a unique experience for those who have yet to try our local delights, we decided that as Singaporeans who grew up eating…
Best Convention Hotel in Singapore With the rise of modern chic new hotels in the central district, it seems like the older and more established hotels have taken a back seat. But it isn’t the case for Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel which has already undergone a significant facelift and given a new lease of life….
Flight from Singapore to Paro These days, I am starting to get quite apprehensive about taking long-haul flights because I dislike air turbulence. Thank goodness, the trip from Singapore to Paro International Airport was smooth, and there weren’t any hiccups. Flight amenities were kept very basic, and there was no personal entertainment onboard. We transited…
Land of Thunder Dragon (Druk Yul) It’s been almost a month since I’ve been away. June has always been a month for me to clock my travels. Since I’ve turned 30 this year, I wanted to challenge myself to step out of my comfort zone. That explains why I decided to embark on a solo trip…
