The Singapore Zoo’s nighttime attraction, the Night Safari, is often described as the country’s top attraction. But with the hype and hoopla, is it one actually worth visiting?
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Seeking Sentosa – Finding magic on Singapore’s resort island
Sentosa is a resort island located at the southern end of Singapore. It is an inescapable place if you’re visiting Singapore for the first time, though, for many, its touristy nature may cause weariness. It’s here that attractions like Universal Studios Singapore, Underwater World and the MegaZip Adventure Park sit. Reminiscent of Vegas, a giant casino sits not-so-hidden away amongst the shows and shops of the main resort area. Further away, indoor extreme sports offer thrills for luge aficionados and fans of high heights. All of this is available for a fee, of course. Continue reading “Seeking Sentosa – Finding magic on Singapore’s resort island”
Old Meets New in Lijiang During the COART International Artists Festival
China isn’t the red communist country of same-faced okay men and yessir women that the past presented. The nation formerly under Mao’s cultural servitude is now brimming with hip artists, free thinkers and incredibly fashionable people. This was especially true during the COART international artists festival in Shu He Ancient City during the start of this month. Folks of past traditions mixed with young artists from around the world in the historic town, creating a dichotomy of old and new that was visually appealing.
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Finding Love in Lijiang
It’s not difficult to understand why Shu He Ancient City and Lijiang Old Town are filled with independent photo studios. The historic centers of this Chinese city are simply beautiful, making them prime choices for wedding photo shoots. Here’s a collection of shots from pretty couples finding love in Lijiang.
(Okay, maybe it’s a little stalkerish.)
Fashion on the Streets of Lijiang
One quality of Lijiang that quickly caught my eye was the local fashion sense. Bold sneakers, hip shirts and a perpetual strut seemed to fill the streets, at least in regards with the young. I never would’ve thought I’d have a photo collection of hip fashion in Lijiang, but here it is.