Taking Flights

05/08/2022

My first trip after lifting of COVID travel restrictions is a 7-day self driving trip in Thailand. There is no quarantine, no pre-departure and post-arrival COVID tests, so the decision was an easy one.

https://takingflights.com/7-day-self-drive-road-trip-from-bangkok-to-chiangmai/

This is a 7-day self-drive road trip from Bangkok to Chiang Mai via Khao Yai, Sukhotai and Chiang Rai including a side trip to the Golden Triangle.

07/11/2019

International Coastal Cleanup at Pulau Ubin

8 of us participated in this year's International Coastal Cleanup organised by ICCS at Pulau Ubin.

07/11/2019

Trekking at Awana BIO Park, Genting Highlands

7 of us took a break from the entertainment at Genting to join a hike at the Awana BIO Park, a nice 3-hour trek into the Fashion Forest to view the flora and fauna.

07/11/2019

From Hanoi to Sapa by Bus – Sapa Express

Instead of the overnight train, taking a bus from Hanoi to Sapa is a great alternative. The journey to Sapa takes only 6 hours with views of padi fields and scenic mountain enroute.

07/11/2019

What to Eat in Hanoi

My last trip to Hanoi was in 2014, prior to Obama’s famous Bun Cha lunch with Anthony Bourdain. So, the first meal that came to mind when it comes to Hanoi food was Bun Cha. “Is Obama Bun Cha the best in Hanoi?”, I asked Hannah, Hai Bay Hotel’s ever helpful receptionist. (Author's sidenote: ...

07/11/2019

Hiking the Seongpanak Trail to Hallasan

Seven of us hiked the Seongpanak trail up Mt Hallasan in October. It was a tough 21.2 km trek that took 11 energy sapping hours and a huge toll on our knees...

07/11/2019

9-Day Jeju Self-Guided Trip

Ten of us toured Jeju for 9 days on a self guided trip to explore Jeju's places of interest including a climb up Hallasan and a day on Udo Island.

07/11/2019

Cheapest Flight from Singapore to Jeju

07/11/2019

Gijang Crab Market

"₩40,000 per kilo. Every restaurant same price..." is the common refrain of staff outside their restaurants as we were walking along the crammed streets of Gijang Market. Big signboards with crab motifs and tanks of live crabs makes it abundantly clear what's you're here for. Gijang market is abou...

07/11/2019

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple

Most temples in Korea are built near mountains. Haedong Yonggungsa Temple is unique in that it is situated near the sea. The colorful temple sits on rocky outcrops facing the East Sea amidst crashing waves making it postcard perfect for photography. A perfect place to view sunrise I'd surmise. I'm a...

07/11/2019

8-Day Fly/Drive to Busan, Geoje and Tongyeong

Busan is a coastal city in the southern part of the Korean peninsula. Having visited Busan for 3 days last year on a stopover to Jeju which was hardly enough to have a taste of this sprawling city, I decided to cover Busan and its environs in more depth by doing a 8-day trip during…

06/07/2019

From Hanoi to Sapa by Bus – Sapa Express

I am not a night traveller. Hate taking night flights that arrive next morning. I can’t sleep well on planes, or any vessel in motion for that matter. It drains me and leaves me zombified the next day. So, while planning my visit to Sapa, the choice of a day trip by bus instead of…

06/04/2019

What to Eat in Hanoi

My last trip to Hanoi was in 2004, prior to Obama’s famous Bun Cha lunch with Anthony Bourdain. So, the first thing on my mind when it comes to Hanoi food is Bun Cha. “Is Obama Bun Cha the best in Hanoi?”, I asked Hanna, Hai Bay Hotel’s ever helpful receptionist. “Obama Bun Cha” is…

05/11/2018

Seven of us hiked the Seongpanak trail up Mt Hallasan in October. It was a tough 21.2 km trek that took 11 energy sapping hours and a huge toll on our knees…

Seven of us hiked the Seongpanak trail up Mt Hallasan in October. It was a tough 21.2 km trek that took 11 energy sapping hours and a huge toll on our knees...

04/11/2018

Ten of us went on a 9-day trip to Jeju including a climb up Hallasan and a day on Udo Island. Here's a short summary of the itinerary..

Ten of us toured Jeju for 9 days on a self guided trip to explore Jeju's places of interest including a climb up Hallasan and a day on Udo Island.

13/08/2018

Planning a trip this Oct with a few ex-schoolmates. Did some searching online to find the cheapest flight from Singapore to Jeju...

Cheapest Flight from Singapore to Jeju

17/05/2018

While in Jeju why not spend a day on Udo Island. Enjoy the sunshine and nice beaches...
https://takingflights.com/beautiful-udo-island-the-happiest-place-on-earth/

17/05/2018

Spring is in full bloom in Jeju. This is probably the best time to explore Jeju. Jeju is a small island and the road network is not complex so it is easy to drive around. Here are some tips on driving in Jeju. 👉 https://takingflights.com/renting-a-car-and-driving-in-jeju/

17/04/2018

This hidden swimming cave in Oman is wonderful! 🌊🌊🌊

03/01/2018

Credit card points and airline miles are the same as any currency—valuable commodities.

20/12/2017

Good tips on how to pack smart 👍

Travellers' Top Tips to Pack Smart

02/12/2017

Gijang Crab Market

02/12/2017

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple

02/12/2017

8-Day Fly/Drive to Busan, Geoje and Tongyeong

16/10/2017

5 Korean Food I Enjoyed Most in Seoul

16/10/2017

Comparing Lotte Rent-A-Car and Sixt Car Rental Rates in Busan

16/10/2017

18-Day Journey Along the Silk Route

16/10/2017

‘Flying’ From Singapore to Kuala Lumpur (KL) on Aeroline