A Local's Guide To Shopping In Hong Kong

Hong Kong is almost always remembered as the city for frugal finds and specialty goods. But navigating the bustling streets–packed tightly with roadside stalls selling everything from watches to...

5 Reasons To Visit Hong Kong & Taiwan

The enchantment of Hong Kong is undeniable: city wonders, a glimmering harbour, and upbeat energy fill the city. Just over 700 kilometres across the East China Sea in Taiwan lies an otherworldly...

A Guide To Dim Sum Etiquette

Dining at an authentic dim sum restaurant may be intimidating and confusing–especially for first-timers. But it doesn’t have to be. Follow these basic dim sum do’s and don’ts, and navigate Chinese...

7 Things To Experience In Myanmar

Are you interested in exploring the rich history and diverse culture of Myanmar but don't know where to start? When it comes to things you need to experience, we've got you covered!

1. Placing a...

5 Penguin Species To See In Antarctica

Penguins are, by and large, the stars of any trip to Antarctica. We’ve all seen the National Geographic photos and the Planet Earth footage—but getting up close and personal with penguins in their...

10 Essential Items To Pack For Your Trip To Myanmar

Myanmar (Burma) is finally opening itself up to the world after decades of isolation. Since the boycott on tourism was lifted in 2012, this culturally rich and ethnically diverse nation has quickly...

10 Must-Pack Items For A Trip To Antarctica

For first-time explorers and veteran travelers alike, Antarctica is a final frontier. It’s a land of extremes—a bucket list destination that comes with a guarantee of adventure and an escape from...

Antarctica: Getting To Know The Weather And What To Expect

Sir Francis Beaufort was quite a guy. Self-educated, by the end of his life he had been made head of observatory at Greenwich and the one at the Cape of Good Hope, and when asked by a former...

5 Things You Know About Burma But Didn't Know You Knew

You know more about Burma than you think you do. Myanmar, or Burma as people (including the Canadian government) who think the military government who renamed it didn’t have the right to do so still...