Rising above the sparkling Adriatic sea, the Dubrovnik City Walls are a stone fortress turned spectacular viewpoint—an unbroken loop of towers, battlements, and centuries-old tales. Systematically Built and Strengthened As defense against land and sea attacks, the Republic of Ragusa fortified the old town with centuries-old walls built between the 13th and 17th centuries. Perched …
Located on the Malaysia-Thailand border, our journey of discovery continues - for hidden charms and unrivalled beauty that cannot be found anywhere else but in the smallest state of Malaysia. 23 May 2024 Wang Kelian Viewpoint Renowned as the best place for unobstructed views of carpeted clouds stretching to the horizon, the Wang Kelian Viewpoint is …
Traveling from tropical Malaysia to the United Kingdom in early December, I experienced a drastic temperature change. As such, I took it easy, acclimatising for two weeks to the cold before I resumed running, typically done in 30°C temps. I finally ventured out for a 5km run around the neighbourhood. While the rest of me …
Just outside the city, a row of stone arches by the Mediterranean Sea makes for a dramatic backdrop against a long strip of sandy beach. The beach area with its unique setting among ancient Roman ruins, guarantees magical views of the azure blue waters and is the perfect spot for a relaxing stroll, a swim …
As a destination attraction, Pantai Klebang Melaka offers beach picnics, kite flying, varied food trucks and coconut shakes. As of two years ago, photographers and Instagrammers have been making a beeline to Klebang Sand Dunes since the first desert-like landscape photograph went viral. Located 15 minutes from Melaka city, at the end of the Klebang …
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Recently, I decided to join a group of hashers and attempt the trails in Bukit Ketumbar. The hash run in Bukit Ketumbar started ‘tamely’ up concrete steps that soon made way to a dirt path, interspersed with more concrete steps. Instead of going in one direction, the trail snaked its way down the valley to …
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