Discussions
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Why Do Asian Temples Have Nazi Symbols?
In the cultural and religious melting pots of Asian cultures, temples have always represented a tranquil oasis in the midst of an ever-changing world. These houses of worship have always been considered a…
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How I Met a Student in War-torn Ukraine
In a post-COVID world where online workspaces have become the norm, I like many others took the unprecedented career move of becoming an online teacher. Doing so allowed me to interact with people…
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How To Stay Safe When You Travel
While some people venture into an unfamiliar nation with nothing more than an overfilled backpack and a smile, others are riddled with fear at the very idea of travelling abroad. Anything further than…
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What Is The Notting Hill Carnival Really Like?
In the vibrant tapestry of London’s social calendar, where each day brings its own unique charm, there’s one event that stands out amidst the crowd – the Notting Hill Carnival. It’s a moment…
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Why Is Bali So Overrated?
“Where is the best place you’ve ever been to?” is a common question among travellers. Names such as Thailand, Australia and the Maldives make regular appearances, and there’s little question as to why.…
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The Siberian Tiger Park: A Retrospective of Cruelty
While fastidiously reading through my Lonely Planet Travel book on China, I soon came across a section dedicated to the little explored far-northeast. Amongst this barren frozen wasteland, its crowning jewel is the…
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Isn’t London Just Like Your Hometown?
My introductions have become routine by now. It always begins with the long shot – “I’m from Wales.” When that inevitably fails, “I’m from the UK,” usually follows. If the person standing before…
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Why Did I Move To London?
A few years back, I took the unprecedented leap of signing a year-long contract to work as an English teacher in China. Little did I expect that I would be spending the next…
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The 20 Strangest Chinese Superstitions
The mythical nation of China is one that’s steeped in ancient traditions and belief systems. As such, superstitions and the supernatural have played a role in the lives of Chinese citizens for centuries…
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What Is KTV? Asia’s Favourite Pastime
Who hasn’t spent an alcohol-fuelled evening in front of a run-down karaoke machine with a microphone in hand? Though this may be a once-in-a-blue-moon affair for us Westerners, for many countries in Asia,…
