This blog was originally published on 30 June 2023. It was updated for my latest Jordan trip in August 2024. Here’s another entry for my ‘The Solo Drifter’ section! Last year’s Eid Al-adha, I visited Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates. This time during Ramadan 2023, I travelled in one of the countries in the …
I only write blogs about my country trips once I leave that country. But for Saudi Arabia where I am based now, I felt that it is high time to start introducing the Kingdom to my readers. My usual The Solo Drifter blog posts start with a vlog. My time cannot afford to make one …
Asir’s landscape is a masterpiece of contrasts which captivates visitors with its awe-inspiring vistas, pristine natural beauty, and rich cultural heritage. From the towering summits of the Sarawat Mountains to the verdant forests and fertile valleys below, Asir beckons adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike to explore its diverse terrain and discover the untamed beauty that …
At the heart of the captivating Hejaz lies the bustling metropolis of Jeddah, a city that pulsates with the rhythms of modernity while proudly preserving its rich heritage. As you navigate through the labyrinthine streets of Jeddah, you’ll be greeted by a kaleidoscope of cultures, languages, and traditions, each contributing to the city’s unique identity. …
Since I started visiting Europe in 2022, I never had time to write my travel blog for each country I visit in the said region. I hope to start some in the coming months so watch out for this page.
This article was first published on 3 June 2018, 1:41PM PST; updated on 3 June 2019, 8:12PM PST and 8 July 2023, 2:05am PST. Hi, VoicePoints readers! It’s me again. I know you miss my #WhereIn series which features places and cuisine. I am changing the name of my travel corner. I now call it …
This article was first published on 2 June 2018, 9:40AM PST; updated on 2 June 2019, 3:04PM PST and 6 July 2023, 2:45AM PST. In 2018, I had a four-night stay in Bangkok as I attended an Asia-Pacific Conference on 22-24 May 2018. In 2019, I stayed in Bangkok for two days but I was …
This article was first published on 3 June 2018, 1:39PM PST; updated on 2 June 2019, 7:24AM PST and 5 July 2023 4:08AM PST. Welcome to the first stop of the first series of my Indochina tour – Vietnam. I went to Vietnam for a vacation in May 2018. I went back in 2019 for …
This article was first published on 3 June 2018, 9:23 PST; updated on 2 June 2019, 14:02 PST and 3 July 2023, 2:22 PST. I experienced going to Cambodia from both Thailand and Vietnam. In 2018, I booked a seat through Busbud. TravelMart BangKok Co, Ltd. took us to Siem Reap through a VIP bus. TravelMart …
This is my first travel blog after more than two years (between 2021 and 2022, I also had international travels (Middle East) but I am planning to compile them into one blog post). This is also my first article for T.E.L.L. (Travel. Entertainment. Lifestyle. Leisure.) section, a spin-off of The Solo Drifter – I am …