Coca-Cola, Congee, and Century Eggs
There are two fall-back activities on which every tourist can depend, no matter where they go, or for how long they stay: eating and shopping. In Hong Kong, one can experience a diverse and overwhelming abundance of both, at seemingly…
Pilgrimage to the Tian Tan Buddha
Sometimes you don’t have a lot of time to explore a city. In this case, i was already routed to have a multi-hour layover in Hong Kong, so i decided to extend it for a day. Without much time, or…
Where There Is No Word for ‘Art’
Bali is an extraordinary place, where nothing stays the same, yet everything seems ageless… The Balinese language has no specific word for Art, i am told, yet the island is adorned with elaborate detail. It is a land of inexplicable…
Tetraphobia and Triskaidekaphobia in Hong Kong
At some point in the past, i had previously learned that some numbers, like 2 and 8, are considered lucky in Chinese culture, and that the number 4 is considered unlucky. This is based on similarities the numbers have, when…
Hello Kowloon 九龍 .
Hong Kong is simply amazing. From street vendor stalls to Michelin-starred restaurants, the realm of options for food alone is enough to absorb one’s entire agenda (and budget). Mass-produced trinkets and designer boutiques alike vie for some of the world’s…
Four Days in Singapore
You can see a lot in four days in Singapore, particularly because this city-island is constantly in motion. You can dine and shop 24 hours a day. The airport itself is more timeless than a Vegas casino, with orchids, hotels-by-the-hour…
Narita After Dark
Sometimes having a long flight layover can be a bonus, especially if the airline provides local accommodation. I had less than 24 hours to spend in Japan, mostly at night, but i was determined to at least have a look…
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