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  • Frugal Guide to Enjoying Singapore on a Budget

    Frugal Guide to Enjoying Singapore on a Budget

    The thriving city-state of Singapore feels like a world apart from many other places in Southeast Asia. It’s a lot more developed — and if you’re wondering if Singapore is worth visiting, I’ve got some tips to help you decide in another post. One misconception is easy to clear up though: you absolutely can stay…

  • Top 5 Budget-Friendly Hostels in Singapore

    Top 5 Budget-Friendly Hostels in Singapore

    Best Hostels in Singapore 5footway.inn Project Ann Siang Singapore is a great city (actually, country) to visit. It’s a buzzing place that’s amazingly well-connected to the region, serving as a perfect springboard into Southeast Asia, or worth a trip in its own right. But one thing Singapore is not: cheap! Hotel rooms can easily cost…

  • Reasons to visit or avoid Singapore

    Reasons to visit or avoid Singapore

    Singapore: A Destination with Pros and Cons Singapore can be a love-it-or-hate-it place. It’s highly developed, spotlessly clean, and meticulously planned and architected — a far cry from the congestion, noise, and erratic development seen in many other Asian capitals. But while many backpackers and cultural travelers bemoan a lack of ‘soul’, if you approach…

  • Half Dome Deaths: How Many People Have Died On The Hike?

    Half Dome Deaths: How Many People Have Died On The Hike?

    The Half Dome Hike in Yosemite National Park: A Notoriously Dangerous Expedition How many fatalities have occurred on Half Dome? Up to 2024, there have been a minimum of 24 verified deaths on the cable section and the summit. If you factor in the well-liked Mist Trail that goes to Half Dome, then there have…

  • Navigating Mumbai’s Train System: Your Ultimate Survival Guide

    Navigating Mumbai’s Train System: Your Ultimate Survival Guide

    Welcome to Mumbai. Please hit the ground running. Like an overzealous Alexander heading inevitably toward disaster, Mumbai has expanded its boundaries at breakneck speed in the past two decades (though, thanks to its insane density, its urban footprint remains small compared to similarly populous metropolises). The infrastructure wheezes behind as it tries to keep up….

  • Kinkakuji Temple – Golden Pavilion In Kyoto, Japan

    Kinkakuji Temple – Golden Pavilion In Kyoto, Japan

    2,600 One of Japan’s most well-known and iconic sites is Kinkakuji Temple, also referred to as the Golden Pavilion. I believe this temple is the most beautiful in Japan, despite the many fascinating shrines and historical buildings in the ancient capital of Kyoto. The top tourist site in Kyoto is a must-see for a reason…

  • Travel Guide for Kefalonia, Greece: Top Activities on the Island of Kefalonia

    Travel Guide for Kefalonia, Greece: Top Activities on the Island of Kefalonia

    “Four Point Two Thousand” Kefalonia, Greece: A Beautiful Island That’s Less Crowded Than Zakynthos or Santorini Exploring Kefalonia from Zakynthos in a day versus staying for a few days: my opinion Kefalonia Island’s Most Notable Attraction: Melissani Lake and Cave, Plus Beautiful Beaches with Soft White Pebbles and Turquoise Water Discover the top activities in…

  • Jigokudani Monkey Park: Japan Snow Monkeys In Nagano

    Jigokudani Monkey Park: Japan Snow Monkeys In Nagano

    “Improving Customer Satisfaction through Personalized Service” Experience the Magic of Japan’s Winter by Visiting the Snow Monkeys at Jigokudani Monkey Park near Nagano In the winter (and occasionally in the summer), many Japanese snow monkeys can be observed enjoying the natural hot springs, providing unique and amusing photo opportunities. Consider combining the snow monkey park…