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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...
Afrah F
Jun 7, 20246 min read
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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...
Afrah F
May 31, 20245 min read
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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...
Afrah F
May 26, 20245 min read
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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...
Afrah F
May 16, 202410 min read
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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...
Afrah F
May 9, 20245 min read
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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...
Afrah F
May 2, 20245 min read
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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...
Afrah F
Apr 21, 202411 min read
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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...
Afrah F
Apr 12, 20245 min read
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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...
Afrah F
Apr 8, 20246 min read
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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...
Afrah F
Apr 5, 20246 min read
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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...
Afrah F
Apr 2, 202416 min read
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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...
Afrah F
Mar 24, 20246 min read
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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...
Afrah F
Mar 19, 202410 min read
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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...
Afrah F
Mar 13, 20246 min read
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Transport in Istanbul: Things you need to know in 2025 (Updated)
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...
Afrah F
Mar 11, 20248 min read
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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...
Afrah F
Feb 7, 20247 min read
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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....
Afrah F
Jan 19, 20246 min read
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What is Chinese Hanfu 2025: How to wear Hanfu?
A clothing that survived the battle of time but never received its deserved glory, Hanfu is a gem in the traditional Asian fashion...
Afrah F
Oct 7, 20236 min read
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Travel to Kiribati: The Stories of Uauy and Tabwakeiniko
Can you travel from London to Paris in just minutes? Yes, you can here in Kiribati, but there's something more sinister hidden here in...
Ryhan Nazim
Sep 10, 20235 min read
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A Smooth Sea Never Made A Skilled Sailor" Is this statement valid in literal sense?
The saying "A calm sea doesn't make a skilled sailor" teaches us that facing tough situations helps us grow. It means challenges are...
Ryhan Nazim
Aug 5, 20234 min read
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