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Mini Lionhead Workshop in Ho Chi Minh City
Lion dancing is tantamount to celebration in Vietnam and many other countries in Asia. And what do lion dancers carry, but a lion head! When I saw a workshop to make a mini lionhead I signed up immediately. What better opportunity to take home a unique souvenir that has such rich history and symbolism.
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Where to eat during your first time in Singapore
Just like the architecture the food in Singapore has influences from many different cultures and countries. Maybe even more so, since there is even more diversity to be found - from hawker centers, to night markets, to cafes, to restaurants and bars. This is not a "X must try foods in Singapore" kind of post. There are enough of those…
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Museum hopping in Singapore
You've heard of bar hopping? Museum hopping works the same. But instead of drinking alcohol you're drinking in culture, history, science and art. Singapore has a lot of museums, more than you could ever hope to visit in a single week, even if you don’t do anything else.
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20 free things to do in Singapore
Let's be real: Travelling to Singapore is expensive. Accommodation alone can take up most of the budget. Museums and tours also cost a pretty penny and often leave no option for tourists other than buying the all access pass. So here are 20 free things to do in Singapore to spare your wallet.
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Exploring Peranakan Culture in Singapore
On the plane to Singapore I watched "Crazy Rich Asians" in the Singapore Airlines on-board library. Then the person next to me told me: "The Peranakans were the original crazy rich Asians." But who are the Peranakans? How did their unique culture come to be? And why had I never heard of them before?
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24 hours at Changi Airport Singapore
Changi Airport in Singapore is one of the, if not THE best airport in the world. In 2023 I spent most of an 8 hour stopover in the Jewel and wrote about it. So this time I decided to maybe go a bit overboard and spend 24 hours at Changi Airport in Singapore. I also wanted to see if it…
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10 must try Workshops in Hoi An
Hoi An has a long standing history of trading, handcrafts and artistry. Despite or to some degree because of being a tourist town many of these handcrafts and arts have survived to this day. In this article I give you an overview of 10 workshops and classes I have taken part in over the years. These workshops are suitable for…
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A perfect trip to Hanoi
As Vietnam's capital Hanoi has a lot to offer, from delectable food and a great coffee culture, a fascinating history and interesting architecture, there is something for everyone. Only the traffic is hard to manage, but you will get used to it. The best time for a trip to Hanoi, in my opinion, is from March to May, just outside…
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Bamboo Workshop in Hoi An – Crafting a bamboo lamp
Half a day of woodworking in 30° Celsius heat might not be something you think of when thinking about things to do on vacation. I am here to tell you why you should consider it anyway (I almost didn't do it either) and how it shaped my understanding of the people and culture of central Vietnam.
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Jewellery Workshop in Hoi An
While there are many jewellery shops in Hoi An it feels more special to me to be directly involved in the process of creating a unique piece of jewellery for yourself. At Lotus Leaf Fine Art & Jewellery you can take part in a jewellery workshop and learn from a master who has worked on this craft from a young…
