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Peru

Celebrating Semana Santa in Ayacucho

July 22, 2018 by Charmaine

Celebrations for Semana Santa or Holy Week takes place all across Peru. But no other city captures the spotlight quite like the small and generally sleepy hillside town of Ayacucho.

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Canadian Credit Cards with No Foreign Transaction Fees

February 8, 2018 by Charmaine

Let’s face it, one of the worst parts of the travelling is having to deal with foreign transaction fees, exchange rates, and all the other fees that goes into switch

Canada Where In The World

A Day trip from Quebec City: Île d’Orléans

October 25, 2017 by Charmaine

Culturally rich and full of historical charm, Quebec City, just like Banff is another Canadian gem. But more often than not, travellers will only make enough time for the Old

USA Where In The World

Experience Yosemite National Park in One Day

September 27, 2017 by Charmaine

California is one of those fortunate states that is full of spectacular natural wonders spreading from North to South. From lush overgrowths of the Redwood Forest to the silently desolate

USA Where In The World

San Francisco

September 22, 2017 by Charmaine

Known for inspiring innovations, eccentric culinary eats and some of the most unique landscapes across America, San Francisco sat at the top of my travel list for a long time.

USA Where In The World

To me, nothing represents summertime more than hitting the open road, blaring some embarrassing (yet highly enjoyable) sing-a-longs and making pit stops at questionable roadside diners. There’s really no other

China Where In The World

Hong Kong

February 6, 2017 by Charmaine

A bustling and thriving financial centre, Hong Kong serves as the financial and international gateway for many Asian countries, especially China. Aside from its professional reputation, Hong Kong is also

Japan Where In The World

Kanazawa

January 30, 2017 by Charmaine

400km Northwest of Tokyo, seaside Kanazawa is known for its well-preserved Edo-era districts. While I don’t think any Japanese town or city is ever lacking in culture or history, Kanazawa

Ecuador Where In The World

How to Visit the Galapagos Islands for Under $1000

January 23, 2017 by Charmaine

Made up of a group of volcanic islands and an immensely diverse marine ecosystem, the Galapagos Islands almost seem mystical and far from anywhere else on Earth. You almost feel

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How to Pack Light Without Giving Up on Style

January 16, 2017 by Charmaine

Packing well has never been a forte of mine. I use to take a suitcase and fill it with things “I might need” or “just in case” items. With any