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Perito Moreno
Argentina Perito Moreno, 4km Front Wall of Glacier Taking a boat ride near the front wall of the Perito Moreno glacier reminds me of the Game of Thrones series. To enter the area, I introduced myself following a movie script: “I am Lee Foong Peng, daughter of the Lee family, advertising creative, barista, pastry chef,…
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Brazil Amazon Theater Manaus is at the heart of the Amazon, and the Amazon Theater is at the heart of Manaus. This connection feels deeply meaningful to me. During my visit, I discovered a blend of architectural styles, designs, and materials—all imported from around the world, as I was told, with no local production involved.…
Read MoreChrist The Redeemer
Brazil When Shy: Bringing Home What I Couldn’t See There are wonders in this world, and then there’s him, Christ the Redeemer. His beauty is legendary, yet elusive, something I couldn’t resist. On the first day, the clouds draped themselves over him like a veil, and I waited, hopeful he’d emerge. But he remained hidden,…
Read MoreRio’s Beaches
Brazil Sun, Surf, Snacks: Getting Lost in the Beauty of Rio’s Ipanema and Copacabana Beaches The beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana are where time loses all meaning. Lying on the sand, the warmth of the sun seeped into my skin, while a soft breeze carried the scent of salt and sea. I watched waves roll…
Read MoreDevil’s Throat
Brazil Devil’s Throat, Brazil: Where Water Roars and Spirits Soar Nothing compares to the moment you catch a glimpse of the Devil’s Throat at Iguaçu Falls. As I raced toward the 1,200 meter viewing platform, I felt like a child running into the embrace of Mother Nature. Standing at the center, I was captivated by…
Read MoreRebun Island
Japan Rebun Island Rebun Island, renowned for its alpine blooms, had unfortunately missed its floral peak due to changing seasons. Despite this, our four hour hike was a quick and enjoyable exploration of the island. The solitude of the trail, with no other hikers around, gave us a VIP like experience. Travel often requires us…
Read MoreSengokuhara
Japan Sengokuhara Pampas Grass Field During autumn, the Sengokuhara Pampas Grass Field on Mount Hakone’s west slope turns into a mesmerizing blanket of shimmering gold. Meandering through the field feels like being part of a fairytale, where the tall grasses create a magical cocoon around me. The beauty of the scene fills me with joy,…
Read MoreShirakawago
Japan Shirakawa-go Shirakawa-go’s reputation for its idyllic winter setting is well-deserved, but I opted to visit during the autumn. Walking through the village was like stepping back 250 years into a world of traditional gassho zukuri farmhouses. I envisioned a life of farming and animal care, which added to the experience. Traveling is a passion…
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Japan Yakushima National park I have a deep appreciation for ancient trees, and Yakushima is home to one of Japan’s oldest, Jomonsugi is estimated to be between 2,000 and 7,200 years old. Although seeing this incredible tree requires a demanding 10 hour round trip hike, we chose not to make the journey. Instead, our hikes…
Read MoreSalar de Uyuni
Bolivia Salar de uyuni. Blue Sky, white ground and me. The Southern Altiplano region is a land of bizarre lava formations, active volcanoes, salt flats, pre-Incan cave cemeteries, solitary quinoa fields, multicolored lagoons, and sulfur lakes. Salar de Uyuni, the world’s largest salt flat, presents a landscape that feels both boundless and surreal. Stepping onto…
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