Get to know Siargao, a tear-shaped island located in the south of the Philippines.
MJ Toledo
Writer, Surfer, Globe-trotter, Seamstress for the band. An avid surfer with a passion for Travel and History, MJ specializes in Travel news and cultural guides to help others explore and learn about Asia. She has also worked as a TV anchor for PTV. Words @ Tech Times, Traveler’s Today, and local newspapers. Find her on the beach plotting for the big waves when she is not writing.
A Solo Backpacker’s Bangkok Guide
Traveling to Bangkok alone can be challenging, here’s how-to guide to make it easy
India’s Massive Kite Festival
Uttarayan is an annual International kite flying festival in Gujarat where giant kites shaped as mermaids, horses, and even footballs take over the sky
British Museum Opens Massive Manga Exhibition
The British Museum unveiled the largest Manga exhibit outside Japan to celebrate the outstanding legacy of the Japanese entertainment form.
Huawei vs iPhone in China
Chinese telecom giant Huawei has been accused of intellectual property theft by the US Justice Department. This made way for a drop in Apple sales.
Tempe: Indonesia’s Vegan Superfood
Get to know Indonesia’s famous vegan soybean wonder food
The Only Vietnam Bucket List You Need
Heading to Vietnam? Here’s a couple of things you need to see, do, and eat
Interesting Korean Superstitions You Should Know
Although it’s a progressive country, Koreans still believe in superstitions. Take a look at some interesting ones.
The Ultimate Guide to Malaysia’s Cameron Highlands
The guide to one of Malaysia’s most beautiful destinations, Cameron Highlands
Women in Japan Turn to Popular App to Solve Persistent Groping Problem
Commuters in Japan are fighting back groping with an app
Largest Indoor Playground in the World To Open in Singapore
Adding to its wide array of landmarks, Singapore is set to unveil another signature destination called Kidztopia – a playground which measures one-third of a football field set to open on June 7, 2019
Thanaka: Myanmar’s Best Beauty Secret
Take a look into this ancient all-natural mysterious beauty gem
Asia’s Obsession with White Skin
Take a look at why millions of Asian women want whiter skin
Starbucks Opens Sign Language Store In China
In an effort to be more inclusive, Starbucks opened its third sign language store – also the first one in China to cater to the disabled community.
The Rich History of Kimchi
Get to know the rich history of Korea’s Most Iconic Dish
Taiwan Dubbed as Asia’s Most LGBTQ-Friendly Country
There is no country in Asia that shines brighter than Taiwan when it comes to inclusivity for the LBGTQ community. In this article, we enumerate what awaits people in this rainbow-colored destination.
Female Genital Mutilation Still Common in Indonesia
Take a look at why FGM is considered in Indonesia an important ritual
Top Must-See Movies from the Philippines
Have you seen any films from the Philippines? If not, here’s a list of the must-see movies to get you started, some are available on Netflix!
Commercial Building in Shanghai Collapses
A commercial building that was under renovation collapsed in Shanghai. Local officials report that the death toll has risen to 10 people
Taiwan Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage
A historic first for Asia, Taiwan passes a law to legalize same-sex unions.