Yotel Hotel is a new budget friendly four-star hotel located at the center of Singapore's shopping district: Orchard Road. It's overall design and ambiance reminisce of some kind of spaceship with hints of purple neon lighting throughout the space and eccentric modern furniture embellishing the hotel lobby area or should I say mission control - yup that's what they call it there -,  the club lounge on the tenth floor and all six hundred rooms. High-tech gadgets such as self-service check-in screens and robots are put in action to create this cutting-edge atmosphere. Yes you've read it correctly robots. If you need towels or water bottles just ring mission control a.k.a the lobby and they will send you a robot to your floor - well if it's not under maintenance. Witnessing the robot in action was definitely THE highlight of my stay! - #AlwaysAKidAtHeart. 

In true honesty if you go to Singapore and you've never set foot on Orchard Road then you've never been to Singapore at all. As I've mentioned known as the prime shopping district of the country, strolling along this road whether be it by day or by night there will always be thousands of tourists as well as locals shopping till they be dropping. So if you are feeling spendy then just walk around this road and I'm pretty sure that there will be something catching your attention or should I say your wallet. 

Chicken rice is one of Singapore's national dishes and between us a favorite of mine. If I haven't eaten this dish during my trip I feel that my stay was not complete. You can find this dish in all food courts or as the locals like to say hawker centers. I particularly love to order the set menu as it comes with well the chicken of course, a bowl of rice cooked in the chicken broth, steamed vegetables poured with light soya sauce on it and a bowl of soup or a drink depending on the seller. Honestly the reason why I love this dish so much is because I see it as a comfort food. It's simple yet full of flavor and sometimes that's all our tummy needs. 

If by chance you have the time to have a peek at The Fullerton Hotel then do stay there for a while by sipping the country's popular cocktail the Singapore Sling and enjoying the hotel's mesmerizing architecture. If you don't fancy a cocktail The Fullerton Hotel also offer afternoon tea.

Looking for something exciting to do during your trip to Singapore then go to Sentosa Island. You can relax by the beach, embark on a Segway tour, experience Singapore's nature, watch fun shows and eat delicious food on the island. There are actually so many activities to do on Sentosa that a tip before going there is to check out the Essential Fun Guide online which list all the recreations you can experience on this man made island. 

Clarke Quay is famous for cute colored houses by the river. During the day you can stroll and admire Singapore's river. By night it becomes alive, as there are bars and nightclubs around the area. But you can also indulge in some amazing Asian delicacies around the quay. Last time I was there I went to a Chinese steamboat restaurant called Upin HotPot and had so much fun as the inhouse performances was entertaining and I have to say the food was also very good. The only problem was that the servers tend to only speak Chinese - which let me tell you lend to a few miscommunication as my Chinese is how you say broken. 

Are you a foodie and love Asian cuisines? Then I highly recommend that you check out Newton Square Hawker Center. This food center is an open-air building with a variety of stalls offering Asian and Western dishes. I would recommend going there at night so that you can enjoy Singapore's night breeze as during midday the heat of the sun will melt your body away. 

Whilst Singapore is located in a sunny part of the world, time-to-time it rains and during those pouring days I'm sure we all need some kind of activity to combat the gloomy weather. The best thing to do might be staying indoors and drink hot chocolate at Angelina - A Fancy Parisienne Café - but if you are more of a sporty kind of person then I would suggest to do indoor mountain climbing. A couple of years ago I went to Climb Center located in Kallang and was honestly surprised by how crowded and how much fun I had. Yes even with fear of heights I manage to pull myself together and went all the way up - to the non extreme fake mountain thingy one of course - and back down. Pretty sure that I did all the ones that were meant for kids! - Hahaha. Anyways have I overcome my fear of heights? NO! Will I ever do it again? Hmm...Maybe. I mean never say never I did manage to have fun at it.

When I went to Singapore last week I totally forgot that Gucci opened a new store last year at Ion shopping mall. It's their first flagship store in Singapore to follow Gucci's creative director Alessandro Michele vision for the Italian luxury brand. As someone who is addicted to fashion I had to lay my eyes on the store's design when I accidentally passed by it. It's honestly everything what I expected to be! Soft pink walls with vintage style marble flooring and colorful periodical and modern furniture that coincide beautifully together whilst encapsulating Gucci's brand identity and lifestyle to the consumer's eye. 

I can't remember exactly when was the last time I went to Singapore's botanical garden. As I write this paragraph it made me realized that I might need to give it a visit in the near future. So if you are someone who loves nature and enjoys long walks then do have a visit. Singapore can definitely feel kind of hectic and fast-paced so if you are looking for something more relaxing to do then Singapore Botanic Garden is the place to be. 

Besides chicken rice my other ultimate Asian dish that I must have in Singapore is an oyster omelet. While you can find it in most of Singapore's food centers I have to admit that the one located at Tangs market has caught my attention that I keep on wanting more.

The Istana is where the Singaporean President's office is located. It is only open to the public annually during Chinese New Year,  Deepavali, Hari Raya Puasa, Labor Day and National Day. I would totally recommend having a visit because the grounds are absolutely breathtaking. I went there a couple of years ago and had so much fun strolling around the different gardens and have to admit that I took way too much pictures! - #InstaMoments.

In order to sail around the islands you first need to fly to Labuan Bajo, a quaint fishing town located at the western end of East Nusa Tenggara Flores. Garuda Indonesia, the national airline of Indonesia, offers direct flights from Jakarta to Labuan Bajo. Other budget airlines such as Sriwijaya Air and Lion Air have flights from Jakarta that require a transit in Bali before reaching Labuan Bajo. So if you have plans to go to Bali you can easily reach Labuan Bajo from there.

The heat in this area can be quite tough and harsh so don't forget to drink a lot, apply at least a sunscreen that is spf 80, bring an instagrammable hat and some aloe vera in case you end up with a sunburn - #Ouch.  For those who need to be constantly connected with the online world purchase a mobile card from the provider Telkomsel that offers 4G even in the middle of the ocean. Bring some snack for your fellow boat friends because you will be staying with them for quite some time so it's good to get to know each other via food -#FoodieForLife. If you are someone who is sensible to the sea waves then bring motion sickness medicine, but honestly speaking none of us on the boat got sick - #SmoothRide. The trekking of Kelor Island, Rinca Island, Padar Island and Gili Lawa Darat can be quite tough but once on the top, for those who love to capture pretty pictures, you can definitely change into a more instagram worthy attire.

* Indonesia Juara
* Flores Runaway
* Le Pirate Explorer Cruise
* Lazy Pirate Cruises
* Ocean Pure Charter
* Komodo La Marina
* Plataran Private Cruises

I landed in Labuan Bajo a day before the sailing tour and whilst I did a few things around the city I realized that there was more to do that I actually did not know about.

First of all there is no legal taxi company in Labuan Bajo so in order to get around you need to bargain with the cars along the road that act as taxi drivers. Or if you know how to ride a scooter then hire one maybe via the hotel.

As I was a bit ignorant of what Labuan Bajo has to offer I actually only did two things there. One was to trek the Love Hill / Bukit Cinta to get a glimpse of a pretty view and the other thing was to admire the magical sunset at Paradise Bar which I highly recommend to do. It was just so relaxing to sit there and witness the beauty of nature.

Other things that I wished I knew there was to do in Labuan Bajo are Mirror Rock / Batu Cermin,  Rangko Cave,  Cunca Wulang Waterfall and Wae Rebo Village.

So there you go that was my Komodo island travel guide I hope it inspired you to pack your bags and land in this paradisiac corner of the world.

I was blessed enough to had the opportunity to live in Beijing and seriously wanted to move there for another year or so but life took a different route.  It was seriously one of the best experiences I could ever ask for and I cherish every moment of it. From historical architectures to modern open rooftop bars, Beijing offered a variety of authentic places that made this fast paste city so vibrant and full of hidden gems. So here are eight places to visit in Beijing or should I write my all time favorite places in Beijing - oh well you decide.  

Located in Dashanzi of the Chaoyang Dristrict, 798 Art District is an art complex that used to be a military factory. It has it's own unique vibe compare to other zones in Beijing and I highly recommend going if you love anything artsy. Local artists showcase their artwork in different galleries and the whole district is full of modern art representations. Yes there are installations, paintings and hidden graffiti scattered around this district. And if I am not mistaken they change them up quite often. Every street you turn too has it's own aesthetic and the different shops around there have unique concepts. There are local fashion designers showcasing their latest fashion items as well.

Do I really need to dedicate one paragraph to this national symbol of China? This historical square is absolutely stunning. Its wide open air arena makes every historical monument around the area look impressive - skyscrapers are prohibited to be build around the area. 

Summer Palace

Being such a foodie, this post would not have been perfect without at least mentioning my favorite dim sum restaurant in Beijing. Jin Din Xuan located in the Dongcheng district is a four story high restaurant that serves delicious Cantonese cuisine twenty-four hour seven days a week. Let me write that again twenty-four hour seven days a week without fail. There is constantly a queue and you can't escape the waiting list, just be patient because the food is EPIC. Everything is so delicious and well seasoned. I constantly dream of their dim sums - #TakeMeBack. 

One of the seven wonders of the world, it would be absolutely devastating to not set foot on this massive fortress. It might be quite a hustle to go there and is definitely a one-whole day affair. The little uneven human handmade steps aren't really enjoyable to walk on but well anything for the experience because boy was it worth it. I would advise to go there as early as possible so that you can personally have a peaceful moment with it and take everything in. The views are absolutely breathtaking and again how on earth did they manage to make such a statement. It blows my mind every time I see my Great Wall of China album.

Hutong

The Hutong in Beijing used to be a traditional Chinese residency neighborhood. It is composed with little narrow alleys that are quaint and also cute. Nowadays it has multiple curated shops, delicious restaurants and adorable little hostels. It has definitely a younger vibe to it, as many teenagers as well as young adults love to hang out there. The atmosphere is quite unique on weekends as it is jam packed with humans. It is a great source of entertainment for locals and foreigners.

Fragrant Hills

Well this is again another huge park type of garden situation in Beijing. I mean what's new the city of Beijing is seriously filled with beautiful massive parks. I would recommend going to Yuyuantan or Jade Lake Park during the cherry blossom festival month. There are so many types of cherry blossoms that all you want to do is dance and twirl below the trees. I went there on a weekend and I remembered that it was filled with so many people that capturing one single picture was a fight in itself but definitely worth it. If you are on a holiday during springtime - late march - in Beijing visit this park during weekdays and early so that you can escape the human flooding.

That was my eight must go to places to visit in Beijing. I hope that my pictures transported you all to Beijing and that this post inspires you all to pack your bags and experience the diverse culture of China. I believe that one must at least visit China once in their life!