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Afrah F
Jun 30, 20245 min read
Sri Lanka Visa and Travel Insurance 2024: Do I need them?
For those remote workers, backpackers and burned-out corporate folks planning a trip to Sri Lanka, have you secured your Sri Lanka Visa...
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Afrah F
Jun 23, 20247 min read
Fascinating Things about Chongqing: The China Cyberpunk City
If you love futuristic skylines, neon-lit streets, and a city that feels straight out of a sci-fi movie, then you'd definitely love...
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Afrah F
Jun 16, 202412 min read
22 Must-Try Foods in Turkey 2025 - What's Overrated? - Istanbul & Cappadocia Edition
When it comes to Turkey, food is undeniably a highlight. Istanbul, in particular, stands as the cradle of the Eurasian food scene, with...
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Afrah F
Jun 7, 20246 min read
Dragon Boat Festival 2025: What is it? And why do people eat Zongzi?
When the 5th month of the Lunar calendar arrives, the Chinese celebrate a rather unique festival. This isn't about religious pursuits but...
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Afrah F
May 31, 20245 min read
Japan's Century-Old Oden: What does Japanese Oden taste like?
For most of us, Japanese food is a hit or miss. It's either a delicious treasure or an unusual, fish-focused cuisine. If you're a fan of...
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Afrah F
May 26, 20245 min read
Is Kimchi Chinese or Korean? Difference between the Two
Kimchi, a longstanding staple in Korean households have always been the star of Korean food around the world. For real, are you even a...
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Afrah F
May 16, 202410 min read
European Side or Asian Side: Istanbul Guide - What to know?
A trip to Turkey isn't complete without visiting Istanbul. No matter how many times you travel to Turkey, you'll always want to take a...
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Afrah F
May 9, 20245 min read
Chinese Osmanthus Cake: The Mid-Autumn Moon Magic
If you're a fan of Chinese dramas, especially historical ones, you've probably seen a sweet treat known as Osmanthus cake often...
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Afrah F
May 2, 20245 min read
Åžalgam Suyu - All About the Beloved Pickle Juice in Turkey
During our budget 10-day Turkey trip this year, we stumbled upon a pretty unusual drink we'd never encountered before. Spending 7 days...
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Afrah F
Apr 21, 202411 min read
What to Pack for Southeast Asia 2025? Asia Travel Essentials
Summer's here! What more could we ask for than sun, sea, sand and all things Asian? As we've experienced, the world of travel keeps...
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Afrah F
Apr 12, 20245 min read
Lock Throat Peach: The Late 80s' Chinese Candy - Where to find?
The Chinese yellow lemon-like candy is taking the internet by storm, like how Luk Chup is trending on TikTok. But it turns out, we've...
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Afrah F
Apr 8, 20245 min read
What is Zultanite?: A Precious Gem or Another Tourist Trap in Turkey 2025
Zultanite Gemstone Did your tour guide from the Green Tour in Cappadocia lead you to a gem store to introduce Zultanite? They say that...
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Afrah F
Apr 5, 20246 min read
How to apply for Turkey Tourist Visa for Sri Lankans - Personal Experience
Since our return from Turkey, we've been flooded with questions about how to apply for Tourist Visas as Sri Lankans. Getting a Tourist...
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Afrah F
Apr 2, 202416 min read
Our Budget 10-Day Itinerary in Turkey 2025 - Istanbul & Cappadocia Complete Guide
We've seen travellers jetting off to over five cities in Turkey within just two weeks, only to return home feeling like they've barely...
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Afrah F
Mar 24, 20246 min read
A Strange Hairy Delicacy - All About Hairy Tofu (Mao Doufu)
Let me guess, you saw one of those Chinese street snack videos where the woman mixes moldy-looking white cubes with spices. Well, we...
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Afrah F
Mar 19, 202410 min read
Modern Scams To Avoid: Istanbul 2025
We have to agree, travellers heading to Istanbul are bombarded with warnings about scams from all over. Luckily on our trip, we came...
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Afrah F
Mar 13, 20246 min read
Tanghulu or Bingtang Hulu: How to Make the Authentic One?
Nope, it's not your typical candy apple, nor is it just any candy. Keep reading to find out. Have you scrolled past those tempting...
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Afrah F
Mar 11, 20247 min read
Transport in Istanbul: Things you need to know in 2025
We went to Turkey last week and were lucky enough to make it in during the final weeks of the off-season, which meant fewer tourists and...
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Afrah F
Feb 7, 20247 min read
Getting to Pasikuda in Sri Lanka: What you need to know before you're here
It's the new year, and to kick-start our adventures, we decided to set off on a spontaneous two-day getaway from Colombo to Pasikuda in...
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Afrah F
Jan 19, 20246 min read
Chinese Rou Jia Mo or Rougamo Bread: World's Oldest Sandwich
A flaky, crispy flatbread, Rougamo or Roujiamo is yet another Chinese invention that has captured the hearts of foodies across the globe....
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