Written by Roi Alfassi Updated April 2025 Encounter the Bengal Tiger – Kanha National Park, Madhya Pradesh Located in the heart of India, Kanha National Park is the crown jewel of Madhya Pradesh, a state filled with temples, forts, lakes, and breathtaking natural reserves. Established in 1955, Kanha spans an impressive 940 square kilometers, making … Read more
Written by Roi Alfassi Updated September 2025 Find the Best Transport Options from India (Flights, Train, bus, ferry) The Jewel of Jaipur – Taj Rambagh Palace Jaipur, often called “The Pink City” for the soft pink hue that colors its buildings, is the capital of Rajasthan — the Land of Kings — and a magnet … Read more
Written by Roi Alfassi Updated April 2025 How to Get to Karnataka? Getting to Karnataka is convenient thanks to its two international airports — one in Bengaluru (Bangalore), the state capital, and another in Mangaluru (Mangalore). While there are no direct flights from many countries, travelers can easily reach Karnataka via major Indian hubs such … Read more
Written by Roi Alfassi Updated September 2025 Find the Best Transport Options from Japan (Flights, Train, bus, ferry) 1. Nikko from Tokyo – Sacred Temples and Waterfalls A UNESCO World Heritage site nestled in the mountains, Nikko is where Japanese spirituality meets breathtaking nature. The ornate Toshogu Shrine is the main draw, known for its … Read more
Written by Roi Alfassi Updated April 2025 Find the Best Transport Options from Singapore (Flights, Train, bus, ferry) 1. Sentosa Island – Beaches, Adventure, and Family Fun The Ultimate Island Playground Just 15 minutes from downtown Singapore, Sentosa Island feels like another world. This man-made paradise blends white-sand beaches, theme parks, luxury resorts, and endless … Read more
Written by Roi Alfassi Updated April 2025 Singapore offers visitors a completely different experience from most other Asian countries. Despite its location in Southeast Asia, this tiny nation feels distinctly Western in character—modern, clean, and meticulously organized. It’s a city of gleaming skyscrapers, luxury shopping centers, innovative architecture, lush parks and gardens, and countless family-friendly … Read more
Written by Jasmine Brooks Updated November 2023 Day One: Nostalgia in Yongsan & Flavors of Itaewon The next morning, the city welcomed me with its usual buzz — a rhythmic symphony of horns, chatter, and the whisper of leaves in the Han River breeze. Tom had meetings on Yongsan base, so I took a cab … Read more
Written by Olivia Cassidi Updated November 2022 Tokyo: Where the City Glows and Time Slows On our first evening we walked to Senso-ji. Lanterns swung in a light breeze, Nakamise-dori rustled like a silk curtain, and somewhere a shutter clicked. We stopped at the incense burner, let the smoke wash over our shoulders for luck, … Read more
Written by Roi Alfassi Updated October 2025 Day 1 – Arrival in Kuala Lumpur & Transfer to Langkawi Arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and catch a quick one-hour flight to Langkawi, known as the “Jewel of Kedah.” Upon landing, check into a beachfront resort in Pantai Cenang — a lively yet relaxed area … Read more
Written by Roi Alfassi Updated October 2025 1. Batu Caves No trip to Malaysia feels complete without visiting Batu Caves, a sacred Hindu site nestled within towering limestone cliffs. Just outside Kuala Lumpur, this destination is both a spiritual landmark and a natural wonder. Every year, it draws huge crowds during the vibrant Thaipusam festival, … Read more
Written by Roi Alfassi Updated October 2025 1. Sasaran, Kuala Selangor – Malaysia’s “Mirror of the Sky” If you’ve ever been fascinated by Bolivia’s Salar de Uyuni, you’ll be amazed to learn that Malaysia has its own version. Just an hour from Kuala Lumpur, the small fishing town of Sasaran offers boat rides into the … Read more
Day 1 – Departure from the UK: Beginning Our Two-Week Family Journey to Malaysia Our adventure started with a long travel day, leaving Heathrow early in the morning on Qatar Airways with a connection in Doha. The airline made the journey much easier for the kids, surprising them with SpongeBob-themed activity packs filled with crayons … Read more
Written by Roi Alfassi Updated October 2025 Fuji-Hakone-Izu (Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park) The Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park is considered the most visited national park in all of Japan. It is a collection of diverse tourist sites and points of interest spread across the region, including the world-famous Mount Fuji, the Fuji Five Lakes, Hakone, the Izu Peninsula, … Read more
Written by Roi Alfassi Updated October 2025 Sushi Sushi is the dish of Japan! One of the most popular foods in the world in general and among the Japanese in particular. Countless sushi restaurants serve fresh, high-quality fish with white rice in its traditional form — nigiri-sushi, which was likely invented during the Edo period … Read more
Written by Roi Alfassi Updated October 2025 Koh Yao Yai (“The Big Long Island”) In southern Thailand, in the heart of Phang Nga Bay, between Phuket and Krabi, lie two secluded islands: Koh Yao Yai and Koh Yao Noi. The larger island, Koh Yao Yai, is famous for its quiet beaches, mangrove forests, and small … Read more