At first glance, the whale shark can be a terrifying creature. But the natives of Oslob, Cebu know these sea creatures—locally called butanding—are completely harmless. Here are a few interesting facts about these gentle giants. 1. Whale sharks are sharks—which makes them fish. The name is pretty confusing but we’re making it clear: the whale
The Palawan island cluster is slowly becoming the must-see tropical paradise. It’s the largest island province in the Philippines, and is mainly divided into El Nido, Coron, and Puerto Princesa. Here are a few cool facts about the island that make it a one-of-a-kind destination spot. The Untapped Environment ‘Palawan’ loosely translates to ‘Land of
From high-end to thrift shops, high-fashion to otaku culture, Tokyo has it all. But the large city can get overwhelming to explore. Whether you’re hunting for something as specific as an authentic samurai sword, or you just want to casually browse standard department stores, you’ll be able to find it in Tokyo. Ginza You don’t talk about
Nothing reminds you of fall more than the first day of class. But even if you’ve already graduated, maybe you find yourself hoarding washi take and colorful pens from Muji. Japanese stationary stores known for their premium quality and designs that range from elegant to washy. The next time you find yourself in shopping in Tokyo, be
Flight tickets are painfully expensive, which is why we’re obsessed with getting the cheapest deals. But even with the latest apps, monitoring air fare is exhausting. One study found that the prices fluctuate on an average of 71 times between announcement and take off! Luckily, someone’s done the hard number crunching for us. CheapAir.com did
Korea is a year-round natural beauty, but is an especially lovely sight in the winter. With the country is set to host the 2018 Winter Olympics, we’ve come up with a list of great things to do to make the most of the season! 1. Go Ice Fishing Had enough the usual activities like skiing
Who says theme parks are only for kids? Having fun knows no age, and while Southeast Asia is a hotbed for cultural tours and temple hopping, it’s also got some of the world’s wildest rides and attractions. Here’s a breakdown of our favorite theme parks and the rides you should check out! 1. Thailand: Black
Change up your travel itinerary and go for the dark, grisly, and haunting tourist sites this coming Halloween. Are you brave enough to read this through?
Malacca was a sleepy fishing town before booming into a world-class trading port in the 1600s. Centuries of European and Asian influence have turned the city into a melting pot of cultures, cuisines, and architectural styles. A living kaleidoscope of international cultures, Malacca City earned UNESCO World Heritage recognition in 2008. Over the years, Malacca
Milk tea first started becoming popular a few years back. Its sweet, syrupy take on the normally bitter drink quickly made it a favorite midday pick-me-up. Nowadays, you can find milk tea shops everywhere serving all kinds of varieties and flavors. Milk tea was born, raised, and perfected in Taiwan, and is definitely something you
Yogyakarta (or “Jog-ja”for short) is known for its traditional arts and cultural heritage. This Javanese city is recognized as Indonesia’s cultural hub, with a laid-back atmosphere steeped in art and history. There’s a lot to uncover in this fascinating city, so what are you waiting for? Read on to find out the 5 reasons to
Since its opening, the Tsukiji Market has provided some of the freshest seas catches in the world. Once just a simple wet market, Tsukiji quickly became a famous tourist attraction. But after 81 years, the buildings have aged and Tsukiji market is closing down. We’ll give you a brief rundown of one of Japan’s most well-loved
