What 10 Days of Vipassana Meditation in Myanmar Did to My Mind and Body
David shares the mental and physical challenges that he went through during a vipassana meditation course in Dhamma Joti Vipassana Center, Myanmar.
Category Archives: Travel Stories
Muay Thai Training: Of Friends, Food and Fighting in Paradise
The ups and downs of Muay Thai training in Pai, from the physical experience to the mental reflections.
What Living Overseas for Half a Year Does to You
This is how someone becomes intricately changed after studying or working abroad, coming home a fresh and better person than he/she once was.
Mongolia: Of Sunsets, Starry Skies and Friendship in the Gobi Desert
The experience and reflections during a Gobi Desert road trip, thrown with a bunch of strangers that are destined for a fleeting friendship.
50 Epic Trips to Make in Your Lifetime
It's impossible to explore all the grandeurs of Earth within a lifetime, but that does not mean you shouldn't attempt it.
My Whitewater Rafting Experience in the Padas River, Sabah
In the southwestern part of Kota Kinabalu, the Padas River flows. Whitewater rafting here is an exhilarating experience, with stomach-churning rapids ranging from Class 3 to 4.
A City Girl’s Guide To Surviving The Amazon Jungle
Think it is relaxing to venture into a dense jungle with no electricity or city comforts? Think again, and adapt.
Hiking Hallasan: My Arduous Journey to the Summit of Korea’s Tallest Mountain
The pain and rewards of hiking 1,950 metres above sea level to the peak of Hallasan via the Seongpanak Trail. Read Darren's account before you attempt your own hike.
A Day of Wandering in the Swiss Town of Fribourg
A spontaneous trip brought an Indonesian student in Switzerland to the little town of Fribourg.
How I Lived my Game of Thrones Fandom in Croatia
Take on Westeros one spot at a time in these exotic filming locations across Split and Dubrovnik.
My Personal Experience at the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum
Filled with chilling and heartbreaking stories, Auschwitz is where visitors will undoubtedly ponder the substance of humanity. Our writer Jody shares what compelled her to visit, and her thoughts thereafter.
10 Things I Love About Sweden While Studying There
Who could resist quirky sandwich cakes and adorable street signs?
