Scuba diving has been on my bucket list since the day I took up the job of writing synopses for National Geographic Channel, spending hours and hours watching the amazing underwater discoveries by professional divers. I was planning to check it off my list last year in the Great Barrier Reef in Cairns, Australia. However, … Continue reading First Time Scuba Diving in Okinawa
Okinawa has been known as a popular destination thanks to its tropical climate, beautiful beaches and rich marine life. However, there’s hesitation when I considered venturing into this lovely Japanese prefecture. Due to limited transportation access to attractions, driving is the most preferable means of navigation in Okinawa. However, I don't have a driving license … Continue reading How to Travel in Okinawa without a Driving License
Known as the blue pearl of Morocco, Chefchaouen was the last stop of our Moroccan journey and also my favorite. You may wonder why on earth there's a city dressed in different shades of blue. Some say that the Jews painted it blue - a color that symbolizes sky and heaven - after they took … Continue reading Morocco: The Blue Wonder of Chefchaouen
Before heading to Fez, what I have heard about this northeastern Moroccan city was its labyrinth of narrow streets and the overwhelming swarm of mosquitos hovering in the air. These were also my first impression of the city when I stepped out from the comfort of our riad, a traditional Moroccan accommodation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Dbycyom3CA&t=2s When navigating … Continue reading Morocco: A Stink to Remember (video)
Spanning 11 countries, covering almost one-third of the African continent, the Sahara is one of the harshest environments on the planet. Water is scarce, food is limited, and nomads are struggling for a living. I never thought that I’d roam this mysterious, dangerous land one day and visit the home of a Berber family. This … Continue reading Morocco: The Sahara Tale (video)
Nicknamed “the red city”, with buildings constructed in red sandstone and walls made of orange-red clay and chalk, Marrakesh is one of the most popular destinations in Morocco. For those who wants to get there from Casablanca - home to the largest mosque in North Africa - like we did, the train ride operated by … Continue reading Morocco: The Red City (video)
Boasting world-renowned mosques decked with colorful, elaborate mosaics; beautiful riads (traditional Moroccan houses) turned hotels or BnB; and rich cultures blending Berber, Arab, African, Mediterranean, and Jewish influences, Morocco is listed as one of the most popular destinations in recent years. Stunning photos of Marrakesh and Chefchaouen have spread across social media and they've aroused … Continue reading Morocco: A Day in Casablanca (video)
Many people think flight attendant is a glamorous job that allows you to travel around the world. After working with a Hong Kong-based airline for two years, I can promise you that it's actually a tough, demanding position that involves tremendous physical work and endless nights of jet-lag, but the opportunity of traveling worldwide is … Continue reading A Year of Travel (video)
January is usually the coldest month in New York but this year the city has experienced some brutally cold weather that made Trump showed his craving for Global Warming on twitter, which then drew heaps of attention explaining the differences between weather and climate. When I was thinking if the American president was trying to … Continue reading New York: Wintertime Fun
I’ve been flying constantly – around 80 hours every month - for almost two years. This job brought me to many countries that I never thought I’d have visited, showed me hundreds of historic ruins and heritage sites that tell the brightest and darkest sides of human beings, and allowed me to take in some … Continue reading Seoul: First-Time Skiing Experience
Crystal on the journey 