Dragon Boat Festival in Macau — a Definitive Guide

The  Dragon Boat Festival in Macau is one of the city’s most thrilling cultural traditions, drawing teams and spectators to the waters of Nam Van Lake for days of fast‑paced racing and rhythmic drumbeats. The festival reflects Macau’s maritime heritage — a history shaped by fishermen, traders, sailors, and centuries of life connected to the …

Hong Kong: Hidden Gem on Lantau Island, Tai O Lookout

Looking for a unique dining experience in a part of Hong Kong that most people have never heard of  — let alone visited? Hidden away in secluded corner of Lantau Island, Tai O Lookout offers a carefully curated  menu of local comfort food and international favorites in casual surroundings, which are surrounded by subtropical flora …

Easter in Sweden – Traditional Solemnity and Modern Playfulness

On Easter in Sweden children dress up as Easter witches. And they receive cardboard Easter eggs filled with candy. Photo Credit: Lena Granefelt/imagebank.sweden.se. Happy Easter in Sweden!  Easter in Sweden is one of the country's most popular holidays: a long spring weekend of family gatherings, playful traditions, colorful shop windows, festive smorgasbords, and—often—the first trip …

Dragon Boat Festival in China — a Definitive Guide

The Dragon Boat Festival in China is a tradition dating back more than 2,000 years,  so it's not surprising that the festival's rituals and ceremonies have taken on distinct regional characteristics from place to place. From the actual river where the legend of Qu Yuan was born to the modern cities hosting large‑scale Dragon Boat …

Hong Kong: Heritage Hotel on Lantau Island Hits Most of the Right Notes

Located on a headland overlooking the South China Sea, the Tai O Heritage Hotel is a boutique hotel in the truest sense of the word.

Things to Do in Sweden in November [2026]

November in Sweden—a good month to visit? What is there to do in Sweden in November? How cold is Sweden in November? Does it snow in Sweden in November? Well, November is low season, so hotels are cheaper and cities are quieter. The days grow darker and colder, especially in the north, but it’s a …

Dragon Boat Festival – Why It Matters

The Dragon Boat Festival is one of the five most important festivals in Chinese culture. Taking place in early summer, it commemorates the passing  of a patriotic poet, who committed suicide more the 2,000 years ago to protest corruption. The Dragon Boat Festival is celebrated with Dragon Boat races and the eating of sticky rice …

Dragon Boat Festival in Hong Kong — a Definitive Guide

The Dragon Boat Festival is known as the Tuen Ng Festival in Hong Kong. It commemorates the death of Qu Yuan. It will be celebrated at venues across Hong Kong. Here is a schedule of races and celebrations in 2018

Top 10 Swedish Restaurants in Stockholm

Looking for the best Swedish restaurant in Stockholm? Whether you’re craving authentic Swedish meatballs, fresh seasonal seafood, or a quiet spot to enjoy fika, the Swedish capital has plenty of options to satisfy your appetite.  In this guide, you'll find a curated list of 10 of the best Swedish restaurants in Stockholm — each delivering …

Things to Do in Sweden in October [2026]

Sweden in October—a good time to visit? What is there to do in Sweden in October? How is the weather in Sweden in October? Does it rain a lot in Sweden in October? Well, October is slow season, so hotels are cheaper and the crowds are thinner. The weather can be unpredictable, but if you …