‘Good listener’ Japanese man travels for 5 years, stays in 500 strangers’ homes for free

TOKYO: A Japanese man has become an online sensation after couch-surfing in 500 homes of strangers, offering emotional support as a “good listener” to his hosts in exchange for free accommodation. The 33-year-old, named Shuraf Ishida, conceived this idea five years ago after quitting his job. He set out on a journey across the country with...

LIFESTYLE This Farm Stay In Janda Baik Has A Hobbit House & Lets You Hang Out With Animals

Just 45 minutes away from the city, you can find Misty Mountain, an idyllic farm stay that's perfect for a quick and recharging weekend escape Surrounded by a lush tropical forest, this serene retreat is a green haven, offering you fresh air and breathtaking mountain views. Image via Misty Mountain Janda Baik (Facebook) Image via @mistymountain.jb (Instagram) Image via @mistymountain.jb (Instagram) Image via @mistymountain.jb...

As tourists move in, Italians are squeezed out on holiday island of Capri

Famed for its blue seas, breathtaking views and cove-studded coastline, the Mediterranean island of Capri has been a tourist haven since the early years of the Roman empire. Unlike in the imperial heyday, when emperors made it their exclusive playground, Capri now attracts visitors from around the world, clogging its narrow alleys, packing the piazzas and...

Travel: 8 Glamping Sites You Must Visit In Malaysia

For those of you who love the outdoors but also cherish the luxuries of comfortable living – glamping, aka glamorous camping, is the way to go. One of the most wonderful things about travelling in Malaysia is that it offers you a mix of upscale and modern experiences, kampung and casual experiences plus the glamping fusion for...

10 of the Most Beautiful Lakes in France

Through this article, discover our selection of the 10 most beautiful lakes in France. The French territory is full of thousands of natural or artificial lakes. They beg to be explored. As the world goes through many changes, our view of travel has evolved. All confined, we slowly rediscover the magic of exploring destinations near and...

Drenched in purple, South Korean islands draw tourists

A general view of the Purple Island in Shinan, South Korea, March 9, 2021. Reuters Dressed all in purple, bent-over women held long rakes aloft as they walked in a line to a lavender field to carry out some pruning on an island in southwest South Korea. Residents dressed in purple clothing work in a lavender field...