Did you know that India has 22 official languages? According to a census from 2018, there are 19,500 languages or dialects spoken in India as mother tongues! Therefore, when you’re…
Plan a Trip to Istanbul: Inspiration from 19+ Travel Experts
Wanderful Women’s Travel Guide to Istanbul, Turkey Start here to plan a trip to Istanbul, Turkey. This comprehensive guide offers resources from a variety of travel experts & influencers! Istanbul…
This Woman is Hitchhiking Her Way Solo Around the Entire Globe
When the waitress crushed the fish’s head open with a spoon, Kristin Addis thought she’d have to politely eat brains. Rather, the Chinese woman dug out a sword-shaped bone, cleaned…
This Family’s Exquisite Eco Paradise Is Growing a Filipino Island’s Economy, and You Can Stay There
Earlier this year, my boyfriend and I traveled to Bohol, one of the Philippines’ 7,000+ islands and a common tourist destination because of the famous Chocolate Hills. I booked our…
Why Every Woman Needs to Travel Solo to Japan
I discovered a beautiful irony while traveling alone through Japan in late 2015. Despite the country’s reputation for innovation, robots, and the latest in everything high-tech, it’s the perfect place…
Vulnerable in Vietnam: Inside An Expat’s Diary
I realized that I’d become accustomed to driving a motorbike in Vietnam once I started daydreaming. As an expat, there’s a certain amount of diligence required to get used to…
Know Before You Go: Nepal, After the Earthquake
Nepal’s famed Boudhanath Stupa, which was later damaged in the earthquake. Image by Colleen Hagerty. With its endless array of historic temples, rich religious culture, and — no big deal…
When Place Meets Plot: 5 Pop Culture Travel Destinations
Dubrovnik, Croatia (real-life location of Game of Thrones‘ Kings Landing ) — example of a must-see pop culture destination. Image courtesy of Kayti Burt. I spend a fair amount of time…
A Taste of Tarantula: Why Eating Insects Might Be the Next Big Thing
Bugs are the future. Image by Sammi Lim. My mouth turns dry as the waiter lays out our spread; ironic, considering what lies before us is deemed a right royal…
Can I Really Be a Traveling Freelancer? Tips for Success — Part 2
Are you prepared to freelance while traveling? Here are some tips. Image by Flickr user markus spike. As a professional freelancer, I spend a lot of time thinking about the structure of…
Friend or Foe? Get to Know Marine Life While Snorkeling
Image by Sammi Lim. Snorkel-heads can easily tell you that Malaysia boasts some of the best snorkeling and diving spots in Southeast Asia. A favorite destination for water activities is…
Freebies and Ice Cream: How to Choose (and Make) the Best Travel Souvenirs
Not all travel souvenirs are created equally. But how to choose the best one? Image by Kayti Burt. Confession: I’m not very good at buying travel souvenirs. Not only do…
4 Unique Places to Find Coffee and Tranquility in Tokyo
All you need is a little caffeine. Image by Sammi Lim. Having spent the better part of my life in busy cities such as Kuala Lumpur and New York City,…
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Dina Yuen, AKA Asian Fusion Girl, Launches “Iconic Asians” Campaign
Dina Yuen, a.k.a. Asian Fusion Girl, has launched an Indiegogo campaign to raise funds to bring her television show, Iconic Asians, to Hollywood. Go Girl Travel Network recently caught up…