The Chinese Diaspora refers to the phenomenon of Chinese migration that resulted in close to 50 million ethnic Chinese living outside of our homelands of China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macau, and are referred to as 華僑 (huáqiáo) or 華裔 (huáyì) and overseas Chinese in... Read More
Days begin to blur, and the concept of time seems to slip away as increasingly stringent isolation and quarantine orders are being implemented the world over. Going from not being able to go through with your holiday plans to only being allowed to leave the house for... Read More
This article is reviewed regularly (on a monthly basis) by Wego’s editorial team to ensure that the content is up to date & accurate. Last updated November 2020 With the increasingly stringent measures that we’re grappling with in the face of travel restrictions,... Read More
With the growing threat and severity of the COVID-19, people are getting increasingly wary of traveling. However, it doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy a getaway. With so many amazing hotels around the city, there’s always the option of doing a... Read More
With the growing threat and severity of the COVID-19, people are getting increasingly wary of traveling. However, it doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy a getaway. With so many amazing hotels around the city, there’s always the option of doing a... Read More
Packed with world-class cultural sites, exhilarating and expansive theme parks, sprawling malls, and captivating cityscapes, Abu Dhabi is one of the most entertaining cities in the Middle East to visit. Here’s how to spend 3 days in this invigorating city. Day 1... Read More
Food is usually a huge part of any holiday, and it’s also a terrific way to get more intimate with the local cultures and its history. While there’s no exact rule on what you should eat, here are some guidelines on how to pick the favorite local haunts based on your... Read More
Political news aside, the Australian bushfires have been gripping the world’s headlines with the devastation it has caused down under. This has hit the tourism industry the hardest, with people canceling their travel plans to Australia in a bid to avoid the flames.... Read More
If in these past few weeks you’ve been remotely online at all, you’ve probably seen the snippets of news on Harry and Meghan’s move to Canada. Putting aside all the speculations, we think we know why the former royals chose Canada to start their new... Read More
Japan is famous for many things that draw visitors into the magnificent country in the millions. From ramen to wagyu beef, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove to Mount Fuji, Himeji Castle to Tokyo Skytree, there are countless sites to visit in Japan. However, while all these... Read More
With Valentine’s Day around the corner, many of us start to think of romantic destinations to travel to, and the usual suspects of Bali, Paris, and Florence generally come to mind. But why not get a little creative and visit somewhere off-kilter? Here are 5 romantic... Read More
The story of Flushing Chinatown may not be a particularly long one, with Chinese immigrants being the most prominent population only since the 1970s, but is one of the largest in the world and the fastest-growing. Most of these migrants who settled in Flushing came... Read More
Being an off-peak period for many cities, February is one of the best times to travel! There are fewer tourists around, and prices are generally lower, if not the lowest, making it the perfect time for a vacation. Here are our picks of 5 cities where February would be... Read More
Planning to push the limits of your body this 2020? Here is a list of 8 captivating marathons you can participate in that would bring you through some of the most beautiful cityscapes and natural sights on the planet. Kyoto Marathon When: February 16, 2020 This urban... Read More
With the 2019/2020 Premier League taking place, the UK is expecting some one million visitors to flood in for this world famous event. As one of the most significant soccer events, it counts fans from every corner of the globe. Of all the venues, Manchester United’s... Read More
With the current state of our climate and burgeoning activism, there has been increasing awareness for us to live more sustainably – including travel more sustainably. Expectedly, the travel and hospitality industry has been moving towards greener approaches.... Read More
As winter begins to peak in January and February, frozen attractions start to pop up all over the world again. However, many of these tend to be overpriced tourist traps that really don’t offer that much to do. Here’s our pick of ice festivals around the world that... Read More
Still in the holiday mood? January is the perfect time to do some traveling as there generally tends to be lesser tourists, and prices tend to be lower as well. Here’s six cities you could travel to for under 4000 AED! For easy booking at your fingertips, get... Read More
Having just ushered in the New Year and people starting to try to set out their New Year’s resolutions, we take a look at some interesting traditions people do around the world when the New Year comes to usher in good tidings for the coming year. Columbia A rather... Read More
Let’s face it, Azerbaijan is not a place that commonly comes up when thinking about places to travel to. In fact, plenty of people probably have not even heard much about it. However, with stunning cityscapes, exciting retail and food scenes, and rich historical... Read More
Your social calendar may get pretty crowded at the end of the year, with places to travel to and parties to attend on Christmas and New Year. Why not plan a getaway from it all by visiting some of these resorts perfect for some peace and quiet? Mandapa, Bali While the... Read More
The upcoming year for Britain is going to be one that’s chock full of fun-filled activities, adrenaline-pumping action, and profound reflections of the arts. Come 2020, expect the exciting Tour de Yorkshire, the thought-provoking Liverpool Biennial, the incredibly... Read More
When wintertime comes about, we typically think of the glistening snowy peaks of Aspen and Mount Fuji, the bustling Christmas markets of Frankfurt and Vienna, or the dazzling decorations in London and New York City. However, while the Middle East might not be the most... Read More
While we may have yet to find any conclusive or definitive evidence of extraterrestrial life, our interest in the unexplored and unknown continues to burn with great passion. While we may or may not ever see any substantiation in our generation, here are some of the... Read More
Most of you probably have heard of croissant and canelé, but what about kouign amann or galette de pérouges? Here are 10 uncommon French pastries you might not have heard of, but should definitely put on your must-eat list for your next trip to France! Gâteau St.... Read More
Like most students in their penultimate year of university, I decided to look for an internship during my school break. As a finance major, it was pretty much a knee-jerk reaction to look for internships at investment firms and banks. However, in my search, I came... Read More
Let’s face it, the one best activity in winter is visiting the springs and bathhouses. There probably is no better time to visit the spas, onsens, and bathhouses around the world than winter. Shibu Onsen (Yamanouchi, Japan) While it is not one specific onsen but... Read More
While most malls (outside of Asia) tend to have a reputation for being uninspired and cookie-cutter, the truth is, there are some remarkably impressive malls out there. We break it down into three categories of shopping hotspots that you should definitely visit when... Read More
We all have our own preferences and inclinations, and one of the most hotly contested topics which underline that is food. Many places and people would establish conflicting claims that one place may be better than another, but it really boils down to personal... Read More
As the holiday season is around the corner, and Christmas bells start ringing, people around begin to celebrate the end of the past year and usher in a new one. With all the festivities happening around the globe, here are 5 cities that explode with color and... Read More
