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!
What has a 2D world in black and white, a forest with autumn leaves, an airline and a safari in Africa in common? These are the themes of some of Singapore's most Instagrammable 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.
What is it really like to fly with Finnair's A350 on a long-haul flight to Asia? How is the cabin? The service? And the food? Here comes my review!
Thien Mu Pagoda stands high on a hill overlooking the Perfume River. A landmark in the imperial city of Hue that is well worth a visit.
In Bali, rice is an important staple food. We have walked among Jatiluwih's rice terraces and irrigation channels, 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 a family vacation to Singapore? 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.
The Taman Ayun temple with its unique temple roofs and almost 400 years of history is one of Bali's most famous temples.
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 live up to my expectations of 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.
The green city of Singapore has built one of the world's most delicious parks, a park that I can never get enough of.
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 really lovely resort in Hoi An, Vietnam! Family friendly, beautiful, affordable and with awesome pools. I would love to go back here for a coconut at sunset!
In Hoi An's alleyways hide small restaurants in all possible price ranges and with varying quality.
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.
Charming shopping on the Haji Lane pedestrian street or a semla at the pastry shop Konditori? In Kampong Glam, the experiences are the biggest attractions!
Chinatown is Singapore's historic heart, where everything Singaporean boils down into one tasty bustle 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 and Phuket is really the best during the Swedish summer months? Here comes the Thailand duel!
Today's lounge tip for you with Priority Pass - a really good lounge in Bangkok.
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!
We stayed for part of the trip to Hoi An at the Boutique Hoi An Resort on Cua Dai Beach. Here is our review of the stay!
Vietnamese 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!
What is it really like to fly with Bangkok Airways? We have tested one of their international routes between Bangkok and Da Nang!
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. Here comes the ultimate seasonal guide to Vietnam - when is it really best 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!
Hong Kong is one of the world's most exciting food cities. But what do you have to taste while you're here?
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.
Looking for an affordable hotel option for a beach vacation? Inheritance Ahungalla may be just what you are looking for!
Join us for a colorful photo album with pictures from our four trips to the city where everything is possible!
Dubai is a city full of activities and attractions for the whole family! Here are my favorites!
Travel guide to Dubai and the United Arab Emirates - climate, attractions, hotel tips and clothing tips!
As I walked up the wide stairs to the hotel's entrance, I felt I had found something good. In front of me I was greeted by an oasis. Ornate tree walls, water ponds, vertically growing grass. Am I really still in Hua Hin?
When autumn approaches and the travel nerves begin to creep in, it's good to have a little inspiration to avoid ending up in old ways of thinking. Here are 21 of my favorite photos from our train trip in Japan (way too long ago), which have me seriously thinking about whether it's time to go back again!
Never heard of Ras Al Khaimah? Here is Persian vikens beaches still relatively untouched, skyscrapers few and prices lower than in glitzy neighbor Dubai. We have had a lovely holiday at the Hilton Ras Al Khaimah!
Having just returned from colorful Sri Lanka, there is one thing I miss more than anything else. The food. Are you a vegetarian? Then you have come to paradise.
(28 photos) Statistically, you've all been here before, but there's a reason why Phuket continues to top the lists of our most popular travel destinations. Here you will find over 50 five-star hotels, high-class restaurants, big smiles and affordable drinks. Something for all of us simply.
We are all Thailand travelers! This list is not specific tips for Thailand, it could apply to any hot country around the world. So all you first time Costa Rica/Malaysia/Mauritius/India travelers – this one is for you!
How good is the Emirates Business Class Lounge in Dubai for traveling families? We have of course tested it!
The Surin hotel is located on Phuket's best beach, Pansea beach, with its over 100 white villas hidden in the greenery along a hill. The black hexagon shaped pool and great staff make this a place we would love to return to.
A holiday in Hong Kong can rarely be classified as a budget holiday. Year after year, Hong Kong is named one of Asia's most expensive cities. However, don't let this put you off - much that the best of Hong Kong is free!
The Slate, on Phuket's northwest coast, is a wonderful oasis for design-conscious families. The hotel is located on land that was once an old iron mine, which has shaped every detail of the hotel. Industrial, Asian steam punk is probably the closest you can come to describing the area.
Dubai must be the city in the world with the most five-star hotels. Finding luxury accommodation here is not difficult, the hard part is finding affordable luxury and family-friendly accommodation. After much research, we chose to book in 5 days at the Ritz-Carlton Dubai on Jumeriah beach in June 2014 and in July 2016.
Outside Mersing on the Malaysian east coast are beautiful little paradise islands thrown into the turquoise sea. You come here for the tranquility and the beautiful beaches.
When you are tired of shopping and tall buildings in Dubai, there is a slightly more unique feeling to be found in the desert. Bab Al Shams Desert Resort and Spa is a 45-minute drive from Dubai International Airport, but despite the short distance to the city, there is not a trace of skyscrapers to be seen at Bab Al Shams.
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.
This is our favorite Gyoza recipe, don't forget the dip - that's half the fun!
