Manila: day trip in Escolta
My grandmother would often reminisce about Escolta, which was once the vibrant commercial hub of the Philippines in her youth. She spoke of the tram line, long lost to the war, and how even...
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Kawah Ijen (“Ijen Crater”), East Java, Indonesia
Along the East Java tourist circuit, the most oft-visited volcanic site is Mount Bromo. The tourist facilities near the volcano and the ease of reaching the site are the main reasons why it is...
Travel Ideas: Cyprus
Few countries share the distinction of being a crossroad to three continents. For Cyprus, that distinction has provided a History of more considerable significance relative to its size. Great civilizations have coveted the small Island for millenniums,...
Swiss Business Lounge – Geneva
The Swiss Business lounge in Geneva is a mid-sized lounge, appropriate for the size of airport it is located. I can’t really speak for those who always use the lounge at peak hours, but...
The multifaceted city of Taipei
I arrived at Taipei at the dead of night, a timing I am used to as there seems to be a correlation between cheap airfares and late-night arrivals. I got some money out of...