Everybody had warned us, “Tokyo: Many people”. When we arrived streets looked calm, of course we were not alone, but busy, not so sure. So where were these 37 million people hiding? Where are their cars? Most of them don’t …
Nagasaki, Japan
August 9 1945 11.02am A B-29 bomber flew across Nagasaki August 9 1945 & dropped its cargo, an atomic bomb, that exploded at 11.02 am. Time stopped. Mainly women & children died, the men were at war. The blast was …
Jeonju, South Korea
Jeonju, a city 250 km south of Seoul, has played a significant role in the development of Korean culture. During the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910), Jeonju served as the capital of the Jeonju Prefecture, a powerful regional administrative unit. The city’s …
North Taiwan
Traveling to the North of Taiwan has been on our bucket list. The perfect opportunity arose in June when we were returning from China, as we were flying back to Taipei anyway. Taipei We’ve visited Taipei several times in the …
Datong, China
Datong, a city in Shanxi Province, is a captivating blend of ancient and modern. It’s a place where the lines between old and new become blurred, creating a unique and fascinating atmosphere. But if you take a closer look, things …
Hohhot, Inner Mongolia
Hohhot, the capital of Inner Mongolia, offers a fascinating contrast between ancient history and modern urban life. This vibrant city is a gateway to the vast steppes and deserts of the region, but it also boasts a rich cultural heritage. …
Pingyao – Ancient Town, China
Pingyao transported us back to a bygone era. This exquisitely preserved walled city is a living testament to China’s rich history. In China they are putting a sign on historic buildings, meaning that it’s really an authentic building. In the …
Beijing
After living & travelling nearly a year in Asia, we went to re-visit Beijing, last time we visited was nearly 20 years ago in 2006. Beijing has changed. The city is busy & thriving, but nearly all cars, scooters & …
Manila, The Philippines
We flew into Manila from Romblon airport, with 3 flights a week the smallest airport we’ve flown from until now. We had been warned by our friend Lupi, that Manila is a tough city and it is. Our hotel was …
Philippines Island Hopping
After a first quarter of intensive classes Chinese in Taiwan, we definitely needed a break. Last minute we decided to fly to the Philippines. When we mentioned our plans to our friend Lupi, who is from Manila, her first reaction …
