NATAS Fair 2011 @ Expo Hall from 26 to 28 Aug 2011. If you are considering a trip to Taiwan, head down to Taichung 台中 Booth No: 6H14 for attractive travel deals. Just mention that you are a reader of “TravelerFolio” or “Eunice” to get one of these free gifts. No purchase is required. No…
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Enter the Mughal Dynasty
While planning for our trip to see the world wonder Taj Mahal, it was pretty worrying to learn that the weather was scorching hot at 44°C in Agra during the peak summer month of May. Knowing that the hotel we would be staying at is a luxury collection of ITC Hotels, I thought we might…
Win a Holiday @ Hard Rock Hotel Penang (worth RM2320) / Winner Announced
2 Sep 2011 Update: Hard Rock Hotel Penang has picked the winner! And the winner is… Name: Jacqueline BrodinCountry: Australia Congratulation, Jacqueline! Hard Rock Hotel Penang will notify you shortly. To Fans and Readers who participated in the contest, hope you win big time next round! 31 Aug 2011 Update: The contest has ended. The…
Travel Photos @ Jaipur, Rajasthan
Why is Jaipur popularly known as the “Pink City”? Founded in 1727 A.D., the “old” city of Jaipur was dressed in pink in 1863 to welcome Prince Albert, consort of Queen Victoria. So you will see a part of the capital of Rajasthan with pink colour buildings. Reputably known as one of the ten most…
Staycation @Marina Bay Sands
Last month, we were invited by Marina Bay Sands for a staycation. I kind of like the idea as it was just an overnight stay at the luxury integrated resort, a relaxing place to unwind in-between busy schedule. You might think that a true vacation should be spent overseas, I thought so too. For two…
Photos @Rainforest World Music Festival
Music crosses boundaries, culture and language barriers, bringing people of different races together. The universal language of music unites! Well into its second decade, the Rainforest World Music Festival 2011 celebrates world music with a diversity of prominent artistes from countries including France, UK, Ireland, Georgia, Finland, Italy, Poland, Latvia, Algeria, Kenya, Senegal, Vanuatu, Iran,…
As seen on Lianhe Zaobao 联合早报
Yesterday, TravelerFolio was featured on Lianhe Zaobao 联合早报 – the highest circulating Chinese daily in Singapore and the region. I was interviewed by Marcus Yeo from Zaobao. The article is about how I started my travel blog, memorable travel experiences and blogging tips. The coverage continued on the second page (not shown here). Click on…
Rainforest World Music Festival 2011
The rhythm of Borneo fills the air. The 14th edition of the Rainforest World Music Festival 2011 has arrived in Sarawak, bringing together renowned musicians from across the globe and indigenous musicians from Borneo on the RWMF 2011 stage. For an enchanted music experience, I’m here in one of the world’s most diverse and protected…
Sands Skypark @ Marina Bay Sands
Many readers have been asking me for recommendation to places that offer great views of Singapore. Without doubt, one of the best vantage spots is up on the 57th floor of Marina Bay Sands Hotel – Sands Skypark. A mesmerizing view of Singapore city skyline at night from the Sands Skypark. The city skyline of…
Amber Fort, Rajasthan India
Jaipur, the capital city of Rajasthan, is reputably known as one of the ten most beautiful cities of India. Steep in history and heritage, the medieval charm of the pink city beckons visitors to relive the bygone era and marvel the ancient grandeur. A mere 11km from Jaipur, Amber Fort is a magnet for history…