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Where to stay in Tokyo: the best areas and hotels

Tokyo is an amazing city with so many things to do. It’s an incredible experience and it really feels like being on another planet! But let’s face it, it’s really hard to figure out where to stay in Tokyo. Even though it’s well connected thanks to reliable public transport, it’s a huge city! Pus each […]

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Where to stay in Seoul: the best hotels and neighborhoods

If you’re going to visit South Korea, your first stop will probably be Seoul. It’s a big city with various neighborhoods, each one with its one distinct vibe. You can visit old temples, party all night, visit museums, tea houses, and enjoy the delicious street food. But finding where to stay can be overwhelming. Where […]

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Where to stay in Singapore: the best areas and hotels

People visiting Singapore sometimes forget they’re actually visiting an Asian country. It’s a futuristic place, from the skyscrapers to the malls and the clean streets. But if you dig a little deeper, you’ll discover its Asian culture: ancient temples, markets, casinos, and its multicultural neighborhoods. Where to stay in Singapore? This guide will tell you […]

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Racism in Singapore: racial prejudice

I already talked about it in my article about my visit to Singapore. This city-state, located in Southeast Asia, is very different from its neighboring countries. Either the culture, the standard of living, or even the odd rules you have to follow there. Therefore I was quite disoriented, sometimes surprised and constantly with my eyes […]

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Is India racist towards black people?

September 2014. Three black students are mobbed by attackers in the subway in New Delhi, India. Wrongly accused of harassing an Indian girl. The crowd laid into them, the poor students were hit with sticks and chairs, some Indians there were chanting nationalist songs. March 2017. An Indian guy disappeared in Greater Noida, 40 kilometers […]

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Where to stay in Bali: best areas and hotels

Bali is so popular among travelers. It really feels like heaven on earth. This Indonesian island has so much to offer: beaches, temples, waterfalls, volcanoes, rice fields, great restaurants and bars, etc. However, you need to plan your trip accordingly, Bali is a huge island. In fact, deciding where to stay in Bali can make […]

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Where to stay in Osaka: the best areas and hotels

Osaka is one of my favorite cities in Japan! The vibe is definitely different than anywhere else in the country. The street food is delicious, the locals are lovely, the architecture is modern and it’s not far from Kyoto. Being the second largest city in Japan, finding the right accommodation in Osaka can be daunting. […]

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Where to stay in Kyoto: the best areas and hotels

When visiting Japan, you have to go to Kyoto. The cultural capital of Japan is home to almost 2,000 temples, but also shrines and historic sites. Consequently, more than a million tourists come every year. But where to stay in Kyoto? It will depend on what you’re looking for, and whether you’re traveling solo, with […]

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13 beautiful places in the Philippines

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If you’re looking for vacation including tropical islands, beautiful islands and adventure under, then you have to visit the Philippines! Be careful though, you have to plan accordingly! It’s an archipelago of 7,641 islands! The Philippines offer a great diversity of landscapes: mountains, cities, white-sand beaches… What to do in the Philippines? Here’s a list […]

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12 best places to visit in Indonesia

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Planning to visit Indonesia? It’s an excellent idea but you need to know you have to plan accordingly! Indonesia is the biggest country in Southeast Asia, the fourth most populous country in the world but above all it’s the largest archipelago in the world. With more than 17,000 islands (6,000 inhabited) and 167 active volcanoes, […]

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14 best places to visit in Malaysia

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Planning to visit Malaysia? You’re gonna love it! Malaysia is a bit more developed than its neighbors, and it’s a wonderful country with diverse landscapes to see. You’ll find there national parks, beautiful beaches, delicious food, a breathtaking architecture and an unique wildlife. Malaysia is divided into two main landmasses: Malaya on the western side […]

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13 best places to visit in Cambodia

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Planning to visit Cambodia? It’s an interesting country. Indeed t opened to tourism recently, the Khmer rouge regime isn’t that far. Cambodia attracts less tourists than its neighboring country, however there are things to do in Cambodia: relax on the beach, learn about the history of the Khmer rouges, marvel at Angkor Wat… What to […]

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14 best places to visit in Vietnam

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Planning to visit Vietnam? You won’t regret your trip there! Vietnam offers an interesting mix of different landscapes: paddy fields, white-sand beaches, big cities, pagodas, caves, mountains… The local food is delicious, there’s a rich history and the locals are friendly. No more excuses, you have to visit Vietnam. So… What to do in Vietnam? […]

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12 best places to visit in Laos

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Are you planning to visit Laos? You won’t regret your trip there! Laos is not the most popular country of Southeast Asia. Indeed, Laos is landlocked so it has no coastline. However there are many things to see in Laos: you can explore the mountain, spend some time on the Mekong river, visit Laotian villages, […]

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14 best places to visit in Thailand

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Do you want to visit Thailand? It’s an excellent idea! Either if you’re traveling solo, with your soulmate, with friends or with your family, there’s something to suit all tastes! It’s understandable! There are so many different things to do in Thailand: relax on the beach, admire old temples, get lost in the mountains, visit […]

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12 best places to visit in Nepal

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Thinking about visiting Nepal? You’ll be pleasantly surprised if you go there! Nepal is mostly known for attracting trek lovers (Annapurna, Everest…). But there’s more than that in Nepal! You can visit national parks, temples, monasteries, admire Himalaya, relax along wonderful lakes… Yes, there are numerous Nepal tourist places! What to do in Nepal? Read […]

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