The Snake Temple in Penang did not get it’s name because of it’s shape, or any carvings on it’s roof, but because it’s home to a handful of slithery green adders. Here’s what you need to know before you visit.
What are Billiken – And Why is Osaka Full of Them?
Billiken are little fat tummied, smiley statues that you’ll find all over Osaka – but why? That’s what we wanted to know too – so we found out.
12 Fun and Unusual Things to do in Kokura, Western Japan
Kokura is a fascinating city in Western Japan. Saved, through chance, by destruction from atomic bomb, it has castles, pufferfish dinners – and an entire museum full of toilets. Check out our guide to the fun and unusual things to do in Kokura.
What Does Tarantula Taste Like? Eating Spiders in Cambodia
I’ve eaten all manner of strange things while travelling – scorpions, larvae, sandwiches from a 7-11, but one of the oddest has to be tarantula. And if you’ve ever wondered what that tastes like, I’m about to reveal all.
The Quirky Gravestones of Coober Pedy Cemetery
A grave dedicated to a cat, a headstone with a beer keg on top – and, a very simple resting place for Coober Pedy’s most eccentric resident. Here’s what to look for at Coober Pedy’s Boothill Cemetery.
Sleeping in Coober Pedy: The Best Underground Hotels
Coober Pedy is known for it’s underground homes and underground churches – but it’s also full of underground hotels. Here’s how to stay in one.
Wonderfood Museum, Penang – It’s Mad! You’ll Love It
IF you’re wondering about visiting the Wonderfood Museum in Penang, stop now. Just go… if you want to find out why, then check out our review…
17 Must-See Cute and Themed Cafes in Taipei
Not liking coffee and being fussy about tea, cafes are not normally my thing but when they come with desserts with faces, super goth ice creams or fluffy kittens to stroke while you snack, I can make an exception – and Taipei has all of these and more. Here’s my list of the best cute …
28 Fun and Unusual Things to do in Fukuoka
Fukuoka in Western Japan is Japan’s seventh biggest city, but despite this when you look for suggestions of things to do in Fukuoka not much comes up – so we decided to change that and find the most fun and unusual things to do in Fukuoka.
Cool Things to do in Matsue, Western Japan
Matsue in Western Japan isn’t on every travelers itinerary – but, perhaps it should be. Here are some of the most fun things to do in Matsue.