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Another view of Mudskipper Pod, further down the path as the path heads into the trees. Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve, Singapore.

[Singapore] Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve – Coastal Trail and Migratory Bird Trail

Looking for an easy walk in nature with lots of wildlife spotting opportunities? Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve is probably one of the best places in Singapore for the job. For a place teeming with local and migratory wildlife in a range of natural habitats, Sungei Buloh has got to be one of the most accessible …

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Quarries of Singapore day hike – Beyond the City

There used to be a couple of granite quarries in the vicinity of Bukit Timah that have now been rehabilitated and transformed into beautiful nature spots. Most of these can be explored in a half day itinerary on foot. If you’re looking for something unique to do in Singapore, this could just be it!

Mount Pinatubo Day Trip

Literally one of the biggest attractions around Angeles City in Pampanga, Philippines, a day trip to Mount Pinatubo traces the second largest volcanic eruption in the 20th century, and ends at the beautiful crater lake of Mount Pinatubo, a stark contrast to the trail of destruction it left it the mammoth eruption in 1991. After …

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North Sumatra 5/6 day itinerary

North Sumatra has so much to offer, from the endless natural wonders, to food, culture, and history. However if you’re short on time, like I was, here’s a 6 day itinerary I used last year for a glimpse of  north Sumatra. Be warned though, that completing this will leave you wanting for more!

All you need to know to visit Daocheng Yading Nature Reserve

A quick round up on the information you’ll need to plan a trip to Daocheng Yading Nature Reserve. Summarizing the points I’ve learnt from planning my trip there, hope it may be useful to someone else! For details on my experience at Yading, check out my previous post here!

Daocheng Yading hiking in 2 days

A 2 day (mis)adventure to Yading Nature Reserve in Sichuan, China. Might be one of the most beautiful places on Earth, and I’m glad to have came, but here’s how you should not do it.

Daocheng in 2 days

The gateway to Yading Nature Reserve, Daocheng. While it certainly isn’t a top destination, there are still things to do to keep you busy for a day or two. Also a great way to get away from the crowds that mark almost every other tourist spot in China.