Travel Vlog

Welcome back everyone!

It is so good to see you guys back after a while. This time, we couldn't wait to share with all of you guys our newest Vlog!!!! Let us take you to the beautiful Sydney city of Aussie!

At the beginning, Joanne will lead you guys to Eastwood, a mixture suburb of Chinese and Korean. Steph follows by introducing the wonderful Cronulla Beach, located in the South of Sydney. Greeshma will head us to another dazzling coastal area in Sydney, considered as the most stunning beach in Sydney - Manly Beach. After that, following Delia to Five Docks to get lost in Bayview Park! Hornsby is our next destination, and this time Matilda will take in charge as our tour guide. Finally, I will bring back the Asian breeze by showing my lovely neighbourhood in Eastwood.

Now pack your bag and let's go!

Kristen.

Indonesia - Bali

Top 5 Must-Visit Places in Bali

Some people say that Bali is highly overrated and not worth  visiting while some say it is one of the best experiences in their travels. Well, say what they like. To me, there is no place more heavenly than Bali!

Here are the top 5 must-visit places in Bali.

 

 

 

1. Uluwalu Temple

 

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Uluwatu Temple, Pura Luhur at Bali. 

Uluwatu Temple is a truly must-visit in Bali. It houses Bali’s few best beaches like Balangan and many good surfing spots. The temple is itself a majestic structure perched at the steep cliff of 70 meters above the Indian Ocean. you will be rewarded with a breathtaking view of either side and sunset over Uluwatu temple itself  if you go on even higher grounds nearby,

 

2. Tanah Lot

                       

 

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Pura Tanah Lot is most popular for its serenity and cultural significance as it is associated with the Balinese mythology as one of the seven temples that form a ring in the southwest of Bali. The experience of “walking  across the water” to the temple during the low tide is really fascinating !

3. Ubud

Ubud is one place you cannot miss in your visit. It is the heart of Bali, where all the action is and all the people and energy are focused on. Ubud is packed and condensed with the best of Bali, ranging from nature, culture and people, temples, museums, rolling rice/paddy fields and man-made gardens and parks.

4. Kuta Beach



Scenic view  at Kuta Beach, Bali
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Kuta Beach is the most popular beach in Bali. Come here if you are looking to socialize, party and have a good time. You can be sure to find a range of places for different atmosphere and budget, ranging from Hard Rock Cafe to your neighborhood cafe and pub.

5. Climb Mount Batur at Kintamani



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Mount Batur caldera lies up in a highland in Kintamani, Bali. A climb to the summit (1700 meters) of this active volcano is a great experience for any active traveller. Many would opt for the sunrise hike for an ultimate experience. This hike is relatively easy and the treks are quite well marked. From the peak of the mountain, there are views in all direction to sweep you off your feet!

Source : http://allindonesiatravel.com/top-10-must-visit-see-places-in-bali/

 

 

Packing Light

 

Are you having headache of packing too much which ended up disorganized, burdened with heavy bags?

“Pack everything you think you will need and get rid of half of it”.

Here are my great tips on packing light to enjoy your perfect holiday trip without backpain !

1. Roll, don't fold.

Always complaining of your wrinkled clothings ? Roll your clothes into tight tubes. Tightly rolled clothes take up less space than folded ones and reduce wrinkles from fold creases.

2. Make a packing list

Start your packing process days before or even weeks ahead ( if you are planning for a long trip) before  your departure date .Creating a packing list is a fail-safe way which ensure you never, ever forget to bring important documents or items such as PASSPORT and BOOKING FLIGHTS! However ,don’t just bring everything but consider the necessary and essential items . For example grabbing many travel guides and books from tourist centre is a big epic failure for most backpackers   as all these books and guides take up a lot of spaces and add unnecessary weight to your back.( Now you can understand the reason of your backpain )

 

3. Wash your clothes on the road

Laundry facilities are one of my favourite parts when staying in vacation rentals or backpacking hostels where I can wash and wear just a few clothings for my long travel trips.

My ultimate tips : I always bring along my travel-size packet of laundry detergent which is handy and easy to clean my clothings and  a laundry bag to separate my dirty clothings on the road. I also put an odor absorber to keep my clothes fresh  

 

4. Use packing aids

My all-time favorite packing aid: Eagle Creek Compression Sacs. Use them to shrivel your clothes into a vacuum-packed, tight bundle that takes up minimal suitcase space. Packing envelopes and packing cubes also help you to organise your stuff better too ! Hence, you don’t have to complain all the times that you don’t have enough space to keep your things !

Follow these simple tips  to enjoy your perfect holidays . If you have any tips on packing light or brilliant packing tips , feel free to drop a comment !

 

Happy Holidays

Meng Yee

Source:

http://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/advice/2012/12/12/10-packing-tips-every-traveler-should-know/1764207/

 

Travelling Hacks

Top 3 tips for Travelling During the Peak Season

#1. Book in advance

Book your accommodation, trip  and tours  in advance to avoid disappointment and not to miss the best deals. Be sure to check your booking details such as flight  bookings to avoid extra fee charges.

#2. Always arrive early on time

Wait for 15 minutes…. Why do we have to reach so early  ?  This is a common mistake that travellers often make. Don’t waste your time proscastinating. Queues will be longer, roads will be busier and check-ins will be slower during the holiday peak season. Plan ahead your schedule and give yourself enough time to reach to your destination so that you don’t miss pre-scheduled bookings or the best deals.

#3. Pre-book tours and buy fast track tickets

Are you tired and frustrated of long queues ? Why don’t you pre-book your tour? It will save you time by avoiding  the  long frustrating  queues . Booking your tickets for attractions and tours well ahead of time can also save you $$.

Hoping that all of you will have  great holidays ahead !

Rgds,
Meng Yee

 

Source : http://thetravelhack.com/travel-tips/10-tips-travelling-peak-holiday-season/

 

Travelling inspirations

Travelling Inspirations!!

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jinna-yang/20-of-the-most-inspiring-_b_8856096.html

Travelling is inspirational. In this world, there is so much more too see than staying just in one place. Fill your life with different pages. Meeting new people and experiencing new cultures can often inspire you with new ideas and thoughts. As people always said, "Life begins at the end of your comfort zone." When you travel alone and facing some difficulties, you will be glad and appreciate that strangers can offer you help due to their kindness. When you are travelling to some poor countries, you will be thankful for what you have got and realize that you are already luckier than a lot of people. After been to another world, you will be more open minded and your insight will become broader. You will see things in a more different way than the others. It makes you special. Travelling is an adventure but also a lesson. Go on a trip, get inspiration and passion back into your life, recharge your energy, stay positive and live a life that you love. 

Small humans in a big world. 

Cheers 

 Delia

Travelling essentials

Hello there,

Panic about what to pack before going travelling?

Confused about there are the cheapest hotels that can be booked?

Hoping to book a cheap airticket to reduce your total expenses?

Here is your savior!

1. Basic travelling check list

- Accessories : Alarm clock, contact lenses, slippers, sunglasses, camera, chargers, Tripod
- Beauty and health: Comb, brush, facial cleanser, medicine, makeup, sunscreen
- Others: Cash, travelling pillow, Sim card, wifi egg, snacks


2. Hotels booking

Here are some of the websites that can aid you to book cheap but tidy and comfortable hotels.
There are ratings on it and price clearly showed.
All payments are required to be paid by card via online first.

http://www.booking.com
http://www.trivago.com.au/
https://www.wotif.com/MobileHotel


3. Airtickets

Here are some websites that can compare airtickets with different airline companies all at once to help you get the best result of prices.
Very convenient to use.

https://www.skyscanner.com.au
https://www.expedia.com.au/m/flights
http://www.farecompare.com/

By Delia

New Zealand- Queenstown

Calling Out For Adventurous Adrenaline Seekers!

Where is the coolest place on earth to soak up all the fun, excitement and adventure? It is none other than Queenstown, New Zealand!  New Zealand’s incredibly picturesque and famous adventure and activity  hub, Queenstown, is the perfect place just for YOU!

There are tons of other adventure activities you can do in Queenstown such as bungy jumping, white water rafting, jet boating and many more … SO MUCH FUN!

Excited? Check out the top activities to do in Queenstown

Enjoy the View at Lake Tekapo

                                                 What a beautiful and stunning view ....
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Lake Tekapo, the gorgeous centerpiece of Queenstown. I bet you will  come back here AGAIN because it is just so beautiful.  Stroll along the shore and be amazed by the stunning view it offers  

 

Wine Tasting

Queenstown is renowned for its wine, particularly at Central Otago Pinot Noir. You can join wine tours or visit the many  vineyards where you can try out their wines for FREE ! Sounds cool right?

 

Take a Day Trip to Milford Sound

                                    Breathless view ...

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Trust me! Your trip to New Zealand is not complete if you miss this spectacular and awe- inspiring place which is located in the heart of the Fiordland National Park.

Try the Great Walks

To really experience the true beauty of New Zealand, try out the great walks! Trailwalks here are aplenty such as the Routeburn Valley Track, Milford Track, Ben Lomond Track and many more. The Routeburn Track offers the best view! Wear comfortable shoes to avoid leg pain , there is a long way to walk and explore !

Explore The Lord Of The Rings Film Locations

How I wish I could stay here for the rest of my life!
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Step into Middle-earth and beyond…walk where hobbits walked….

Fans of Hobbit and Lord of the Rings , it is time for you to explore

I would highly  recommend you to choose for Nomad Safaris Glenorchy tour. You will explore Isengard, Amon Hen, Lothlorien Forest, The Misty Mountains ...... ( I know right now you are very excited! )  It was very insightful and I learnt a lot  from the tour guide's sharing of the filming process 

                 Excited ? Are you stunned by the photos above? So what are you waiting for?

                           Plan your trip now and  all the best in your trip to New  Zealand!

If you like have any recommendations or any suggestions of activities to do in Queenstown, feel free to comment !

By Meng Yee