Asia is so much more than cheap backpacker resorts. From the perfectly cooked dinner in Tokyo to the theme parks in Singapore, Asia contains a wealth of our favorite destinations!
Amman is a bustling and vibrant city with a variety of historical and cultural attractions: from the Citadel and the Roman Theater to lively markets and tasty food. Here are my 10 favorites!
At sunset, Aqaba comes alive with the scent of spices and the inviting hum of the night market. Visitors are drawn here by the clear waters of the Red Sea and the proximity to world-class attractions such as Petra and Wadi Rum.
Cinnamon has been a major export commodity from Sri Lanka ever since the 17th century. But what exactly is "true cinnamon" and is there really a difference between "cinnamon and cinnamon"?
At the junction of two of the Middle East's ancient trade routes lie the ruins of the ancient city of Jerash, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the world.
Hidden in the Jordan's desert landscape, you'll find the ancient trading city of Petra. The big city's well-preserved tombs in sandstone and the unique desert landscape offer adventures for several days.
Jordan offers experiences from Petra's magnificent rock architecture to the excruciatingly salty waters of the Dead Sea. Here you will find my top ten sights in Jordan that you must not miss!
In just under 5 hours of flight, you reach the land of fairy tales, Jordan, with a direct flight from Stockholm with Royal Jordanian. But what is it really like to fly Royal Jordanian? Here is my full report!
A visit to the Citadel in Amman is not only a journey back to the impressive architecture and wealth of Roman times, but the area's history begins thousands of years earlier.
Wadi Rum’s crimson dunes provide a thrilling desert adventure set in a surreal, otherworldly landscape. Spend the night in a glamping igloo beneath the stars and explore the area’s unique ecosystem, either on dromedaries or by four-wheel drive.
What do a 2D world in black and white, a forest with autumn leaves, an airline and a safari in Africa have in common? Those are the themes of some Instagram-friendly places in Singapore among cafes and restaurants!
Once a coconut plantation and resort for the rich and well-to-do. Since the beginning of the 20th century, Katong and Joo Chiat have developed into a vibrant residential area where the Peranakan heritage is cherished.
In Bali, rice is an important staple food. We have walked among Jatiluwih's rice terraces and irrigation canals, which are not only beautiful - but also a cultural world heritage.
I found the best hotel breakfast I EVER had at the beautiful Amarterra Villas in Bali - a wonderful hotel for those who want peace, quiet and their own pool villa.
Planning to travel to Singapore with children on a family holiday? Singapore happens to be one of our favorite cities! Here you will find the ultimate list for happy children in Singapore!
Are you looking for a lovely boutique hotel in Bali, with beautiful surroundings and where you can relax and feel like a Balinese princess? We have stayed at Dwaraka Royal Villas - a dream hotel in Ubud.
For our first nights in Bali, we needed practical accommodation in a good location. The choice fell on Segara Village - a large mid-range hotel in Sanur, which unfortunately did not quite meet my expectations for a four-star hotel.
Did you know that Hong Kong consists of 250 islands? We went to Lantau Island to visit Po Lin Monastery and Tian Tan Buddha - one of the world's largest Buddha statues.
In market-dense Hong Kong, there is an entire street filled with happiness and beauty. Walk past the flower market in Mong kok and you'll see what I mean.
For once, I'll leave the history of Hoi An's old town behind and let my pictures speak for themselves. Welcome to a picture gallery with Vietnam's most beautiful city.
In the Yuen Po Bird Garden, the elderly gentlemen meet every day together with their songbirds. This is a beautifully singing little oasis in the otherwise chaotic Mong Kok.
Have you heard of the Forbidden City in Huế? I didn't have it before we went to Vietnam, but the Imperial City of Huế is a world heritage site that you should not miss!
The Marble Mountains just south of Da Nang offer five beautiful limestone cliffs with a really nice view and a large number of caves, pagodas and temples.
Today's hotel tip comes from a real Sunrise Premium Resort in Hoi An, Vietnam! Family friendly, beautiful, affordable and with great pools. I would love to go back here for a coconut at sunset!
There is a wide variety of restaurants in Hoi An. We ate our way through Hoi An at mid-range restaurants and up and oh boy how many great places there were!
One of my favorite places in Singapore is the Singapore botanic gardens. Once a large plantation, but nowadays a stunning park and Singapore's first UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Exciting shopping on the Haji Lane pedestrian street or a semla at the pastry shop Konditori? In Kampong Gelam, the experiences are the biggest attractions!
Chinatown in Singapore is the historic heart of the city, where everything Singapore boils down into a single tasty swarm of people and food. Follow me to my favorite places!
As I love the dish chicken rice, Michelin restaurants and Singapore, a lunch at the world's cheapest restaurant with a Michelin star was a given stop when we were in Singapore.
My very best tips and sights in Hoi An - the beautiful city with proximity to both fine beaches and historical world heritage sites - a combo of the best of both worlds.
Where in Thailand should you go? Which of the Swedish favorites Hua Hin or Phuket is really the best during the Swedish summer months? Here comes the Thailand duel!
Sometimes you stumble across places that you don't really understand the greatness of until you've been there. That's exactly how our unplanned visit to the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple in Chinatown in Singapore felt.
We hired a car with a driver and drove over the Hai Van Pass in Vietnam - a mountain pass that has been named one of the most beautiful roads in the world!
We have stayed at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray with club rooms and half board and have been spoiled among gold, marble and beautiful surroundings. If we want to stay here again? Yes thank you!
Vietnam's food doesn't win points for complexity or strength, instead we were treated to subtle flavors and loads of fresh spices. Here you will find my big food guide to Hoi An, with all my favourites!
One of the questions we most often get about our trip to Hoi An is why we don't go to Vietnam in the winter instead. But when is the best time of year to go here?
The Wild Wadi water park in Dubai offers a wet day of excitement, laughter and crazy antics - the whole family had a really great day here! High five on that one!
A dish that I hoped to eat every time I was in India, is Palak Paneer. I don't know if I've been in the wrong parts of India, but the dish has been conspicuous by its absence.
Kyoto is one of the most well-preserved cities in Japan, despite earthquakes, fires and wars. Here you will find peaceful stone gardens, swaying bamboo forests and more than a thousand temples.
Off the southeast coast of Malaysia lies a string of beautiful islands. Go here as a weekend getaway from Singapore, or spend the whole holiday here on one of the many white sand beaches.
Traveling by train in Japan can be a breeze some days and endlessly difficult other days. Here are tips on how to plan your train trip, with everything from customs and traditions to accommodation and food.
