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Suhlahmat! (Hello in Malay) Brunei Darussalam is a very small, oil-rich sultanate of less than half a million people, making it the smallest country in Southeast Asia by population. The country is officially Muslim, and Malay is the official language. The country follows an official Malay national ideology, Malay Islamic Monarchy, which promotes Malay language… Read more

Ecuador is one of the most environmentally diverse countries in the world, and because of this status it has contributed notably to the environmental sciences. By virtue of its geographic location, it straddles part of the Andes Mountains and occupies part of the Amazon basin. Situated on the Equator, from which its name derives, Ecuador… Read more

Italy has a record number of UNESCO World Heritage sites, 55 to be precise. Of its 55 sites, 50 are cultural and 5 are natural. Italy is also the birthplace of the Roman Empire and the Renaissance. It also possesses some of the most diverse ranging and picturesque scenery. You can find some of Europe’s… Read more

Japan is a super neat place with a ton of charm and quirkiness. Japan is also full of interesting facts like it’s the only country in the world with a reigning emperor. Emperors have no tangible power, but they are still revered as a symbol of the country’s traditions and unity. The angled roofs on… Read more

The first time I visited Vietnam in 2008, I fell head over heels, hook line and sinker! The food, the markets, the history and the ambience made me want to keep coming back. So here we are 🙂 This time I decided to conquer some new territory and tackle some brand new adventures. If you… Read more

From impressive architecture to delicious food, Singapore exemplifies diversity and it most definitely celebrates the meshing of cultures. This gives Singapore an edge and has made it one Asia’s top destinations. It is also the most expensive city in the world, a title it shares with Zurich, Switzerland. The city of Singapore is also a… Read more

The last time I visited Turkey was in 1987, a whopping 36 years ago. I was captivated by the bustling markets and the stalls filled with Middle Eastern and Asian treasures. A lot has changed since then so I was really looking forward to re-discovering parts already traveled to and to discovering new and exciting… Read more

The UAE is a federation of 7 emirates (or provinces if you will) united by spirit and common social, economic and cultural background. The 7 emirates are: Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaima, Ajman, and Umm Al Quain. Each emirates has a ruling family that overseas its governance and order. Traditional Arab hospitality… Read more

Antigua and Barbuda is an independent Commonwealth state in the Eastern Caribbean. It is known for its lush tropical climate, laid back lifestyle and boasts around 365 beaches of clean, clear, turquoise waters that sit on either the Atlantic Ocean side or the Caribbean Ocean side. This tropical island paradise is an inviting vacation locale… Read more

Off the beaten track and in the middle of the Indian ocean, this fascinating country is home to some of the world’s most unique animals that can only be found on this island. Madagascar was once a pirate haven. Interestingly, it is the 4th largest island in the world and sadly, the 5th poorest country… Read more