Oxford City ~ Backpacker Guide
Oxford is a city that has myriad stories to tell. You will pick up on those from recorded commentaries on your hop on, hop off bus, from students that converge in a Thai restaurant,...
Category: International Destinations
Solos in the UK
Just sharing a few vanity shots of myself taken during my musings around England and Wales in the UK. At a souvenir shop in Piccadilly, London At the iconic Stonehenge, Salisbury, Wiltshire Posing by...
What to See at the Serene Coastal Town of Barry Island
In winter, sunshine in the UK is extremely rare, so when you wake up to a clear blue sky, it’s a really sweet thing. My family and I were lucky enough to enjoy Barry...
Canberra City – A Travelogue for First-timers
Photography by Iza Sanchez When you think of Australia, almost instantly, Sydney’s iconic Opera House or the glittering skyscrapers of Melbourne come to mind. For a clueless foreigner, it’s easy to assume that either...
Picture Perfect Barry Island – A video blog
Barry Island is a coastal tourist attraction that forms a large part of the town of Barry, in the Vale of Glamorgan. Located in South Wales, it is easily accessible by train or by...
How to Get to Caerphilly Castle from Cardiff City
Caerphilly Castle is one of the biggest castles located in South Wales. Walking into this castle is like walking into a film set of the Game of Thrones. Constructed as a military stronghold in...
Sydney from the Skies – 360 Views from the Sydney Tower Eye
The Sydney Tower Eye is an observation tower that offers awe-inspiring, panoramic views of Sydney and farther areas of New South Wales. It stands 300 meters tall and is said to be the third...
Coogee Beach for First Time Visitors – A Travel Guide
Located on the eastern side of the Randwick City, Coogee is sort of a smaller version of Bondi beach, charming and and a tad less crowded, perfect for those who want to bask in the sun in peace. You can get there in roughly an hour from Sydney’s central business district.
Sydney Thunder Jet – Not Your Ordinary Boat Ride
Jet boating as it is called, is a refreshing way of touring Sydney Cove – refreshing in the sense that you’ll get soaked to your underwear throughout the ride despite the raincoats provided. It’s perfect...
Sydney Harbour Bridge – A Backpacker Guide
A view of the Harbour Bridge from Milson’s Point Sydney Harbour Bridge is one of the iconic landmarks of Sydney and is said to be the world’s largest steel arch bridge. One of the...
Central Market, Kuala Lumpur – Backpacker Guide
You can expect to find all-time favorite souvenirs like, refrigerator magnets, keychains, I love KL mugs and the not to be missed the – I love KL T-Shirts.
Darling Harbour, Sydney – Backpacker Guide
Darling Harbour is a dining, entertainment and leisure hub with a convivial vibe. It’s a favorite hangout of locals who converge here in the evenings to cap off their day with lively music, food...
How you can end-up onstage at Pasar Seni
On my last night at Kuala Lumpur, I decided to spend the evening wandering aimlessly around Central Market and Kasturi walk in Pasar Seni. Although, I’ve seen everything there was to see in the...
Skydiving in Australia – A First-Timer Guide
If skydiving isn’t on your bucket list, it should be. Yes, it’s dangerous and risky, and maybe not for everyone. But, if you’re someone who is always up for an adrenaline rush, have dreamt of soaring in the skies
Quad-Biking at Glenworth Valley – Thoughts & Tips
After a few driving mishaps, I’ve grown to dislike driving so, on our quad-biking day some of that driving anxiety resurfaced. Nonetheless, all went well for me and I had a superb time at...
Sydney Opera House Tour – Thoughts, Tips & Trivia
The guided tour was a good opportunity to delve into the history of the Sydney Opera House. It was in 1957 when the New South Wales Premier Joseph Cahill, announced an international contest for the design of a national opera house. Top architects from around the world participated. The judges had 233 entries to review.
Sydney Opera House – Captivating Evening Photographs
Sydney Opera House – Photography by Iza Sanchez Sydney is a charming city of harbors. During my trip there, I spent a lot of time at Circular Quay, one of the busiest transportation hubs...
Bondi Beach in Photo-Video Captures
Australia is much loved for its blue seas and blue skies, and where else can you best experience these than in coastal towns like Bondi with its iconic beach and stunning coastal views. It’s...
Tips on Visiting the Petronas Towers
When our 15 minutes on the Sky Bridge was up, we were ushered to an elevator up to the Observation Deck on the 86th floor of Tower 2. Once more, we had around 15 minutes of viewing time. I wasn’t very happy with the time limit but I guess it was necessary to accommodate the hundreds of visitors coming to the towers.
Pre Rup, Angkor’s Mountain Temple – A Travel Guide
The Pre Rup Temple is one of the most popular temples within the Angkor Angkor Archaeological Park. According to historians, Pre Rup means “turn over the body.”
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