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Who doesn’t love Japanese cuisine? With everything from fresh and healthy sashimi and sushi to curry, teppanyaki and tempura it’s hard for the pickiest eater to not find something to love about Japanese food. So what if you love ALL of the different types of Japanese food and always have a hard time deciding what to get? That is always [...]

The island of Lombok is quickly becoming a popular alternative to Bali for holiday makers looking for a slower pace during their vacation. With beauty below the water or 6,000 feet above sea level, there is something for every adventure seeker. If you have 2 days, 1 night, lots of energy and enthusiasm to spare, the hike up Mount Rinjani [...]

Waikiki is located on one of Hawaii’s eight major islands and arguably the most popular, Oahu. Waikiki is a fabulous beach destination with crystal clear water and a very lively atmosphere. You can choose to simply lounge by the beach or pick from the many activities that the surrounding areas of the island offer. Either way you’re guaranteed an excellent [...]

Sichuan cuisine to many translates to tongue-numbingly spicy dishes, or rather this is what we are told by another guest of The Petites Selection tasting session who exclaims “Sichuan cuisine is very spicy.” My husband Tom and I arrive at Si Chuan Dou Hua at the top of the UOB Plaza, Singapore with no expectations, just ready to try a variety of great food. [...]

With two red lights glowing outside a renovated shop house in the former red light district turned hot spot of Jiak Chuan Road Singapore, Mariko’s seems to be a fitting concept for a Japanese restaurant in the area. Looking like a dark and seductive Japanese den, the restaurant is named after a 1950’s manga character Mariko; a Japanese prostitute. With a [...]

This overnight trip to Fraser Island is the best way to discover one of the most beautiful destinations in Eastern Australia. Only accessible by ferry, the island gives you an authentic taste of what Australia is truly about. This trip is a perfect getaway that allows you to see some of the clearest water, longest beaches, and some hidden gem [...]

If you’re craving a once in a lifetime adrenaline rush, this skydive is a must-do during a trip to the East Coast of Australia. It’s Australia’s highest tandem skydive, with the highest jump from 14 000 ft with a 30 second free fall! I’m not big on heights, but i figured if i was ever going to be adventurous and [...]

Seafood lovers get ready for a feast of unbelievable variety and proportions. Imagine crab, baked whole salmon, scallops, mussels, clams, prawns, sea bass, and stingray cooked in a variety of sauces and styles all ready for your indulgence in unlimited quantities. Sounds too good to be true doesn’t? Well we found out it is all possible and those dishes are only [...]