An adventurous travel is good for the body and soul. It lets you relish on authentic experiences as you get to know  new people, get more physically active, and most importantly leave all your worries behind. If you’re still unsure as to which place to  explore for your next trip, here are some of the cool  destinations that’ll surely  please the gypsy soul in you.

1. Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe

Niagara Falls on the border of Canada and New York State may be a popular tourist destination, but the Victoria Falls in the North Province of Zimbabwe is much bigger and more impressive. The historic waterfall has been gushing for more than two million years, is a mile wide, , and more than 330 feet high.

Adventurous travellers will surely have no shortage of activities to do in this  place to keep their adrenaline through the roof. Aside from viewing the falls, Singapore vacationers can also go bungee jumping, water rafting, rappelling, or zip lining. They can also go on an elephant-back ride or simply walk with the lions.

2. Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

A trip to Serengeti isn’t the same as another week in Jersey Shore – it’s literally about as wild as it gets. Situated in the northern part of Tanzania, south of Africa’s Equator, Serengeti is far less crowded than other wildlife parks – with an average of no more than a hundred thousand visitors  each year.

Serengeti is just the perfect travel destination if you’re looking forward to see buffalos, crocodiles, gazelles, lions, wildebeests, and zebras. You also get to choose whether to  tour the place via their service vehicle or on a breathtaking hot-air balloon ride. If you’re interested in seeing the wildebeest’s mass migration, schedule your trip anywhere between December and July. But if catching a glimpse of the king of the wild is your preference, we suggest visiting the place between June and October.

3. Copper Canyon, Mexico

A trek in Grand Canyon is just a warm-up for a trail in Copper Canyon of Mexico. Made up of not less than 20 canyons and a dozen rivers, Copper Canyon is seven times bigger the size of Arizona’s Grand Canyon. You can explore the canyons by foot, by train, or while white-water rafting. The train running through Copper Canyon is also an impressive project on its own as it passes through 86 tunnels and over 39 bridges.

In addition to its natural wonders, the indigenous people living in the terrains surrounding the canyons are also worth  visiting. Tourists can  witness the festivities and way of life of the natives  of Tarahumara Mountains.

4. Thimphu, Bhutan

Bhutan is a small Hindu-Buddhist  country nestled in the mountains between the eastern arm of India and China. This Southern Asian country is just about half the size of the Indiana state, with a population of less than a million people. Bhutan was once known as  a mysterious land way before 1960’s. No foreign visitors attempted to explore the country since  the only way to get to the  land is to travel by foot. Fortunately, over the years, airports and road infrastructures  were slowly constructed, opening the doors of Bhutan for travellers and adventurers who want to explore the once landlocked nation.

Still, Bhutan’s government developed a rather strict tourism policy for outsiders, charging fees to access their country. While travelling to Bhutan requires a bit of advanced planning, its beautiful mountains, colourful festivals, and exotic cuisine and culture still makes the country a dream destination to satisfy your wanderlust.

5. Patagonia, Argentina

Patagonia, an outdoor adventurer’s dream  destination, lies in the southern region of Argentina that separates the Pacific from the Atlantic Ocean. The untouched landscape of the place offers an unparalleled  view of the glaciers of Andes Mountains. During the Argentinian winter months (June to September), the place becomes  a world-class skiing ground.

If you opt  for an amazing whale-watching experience, schedule your trip in September or October and enjoy the sight of the graceful mammals off the coast of Valdes Peninsula.

6. Edipsos, Greece

Located on an inlet on the Aegean Sea, northern part of Athens, Edipsos is a home to 80 different hot springs with varying degrees of heat—and which are said to provide healing effects. Apart from  dipping into Edipsos’ healing thermal springs, , you can also go biking, hiking, fishing, and scuba diving.  And make sure not to leave the place without trying the   traditional Greek pastry loukomades..

Now that you have a whole new list of fun and exciting travel destinations,  it’s time to pack your things, book a flight, and experience the wonders of the world at a more adrenaline-rushing level.

When introverts want to get away, they want to really get away. However, you’re unlikely to find them playing a drinking game by a cruise-ship pool, or crammed on a bus with their fellow tourists. Good time travel for introverts allows space and time for quiet contemplation of the many wonders of the world. With that in mind, we present to you eight introvert-friendly travel destinations.

1. Finland

If there’s a place where an introvert is going to feel at ease, it’s definitely Finland. You don’t need to agonize about making small talks in this Nordic country, since Finns appreciate silence and respect one’s personal space. While in Finland, you won’t feel judged when you dine alone or thoughtfully wander around the beautiful capital of Helsinki – and you certainly can’t leave without letting loose in a steamy sauna where you can relax and reflect in silence.

2. New Zealand

For introverts who are in search of a good adrenaline rush, New Zealand is the place to be. The place is a well-known destination for solo or small group travels, so grab your closest friends for some skiing, bungee jumping, or wild water rafting adventure. If you ever find yourself in need of some alone time, however, ditch your pals for you camera and head to Kaikoura for one great whale watching, dolphin show, or seabird spotting experience.

3. Copenhagen, Denmark

The wonderful Copenhagen is another gorgeous and safe vacation spot for independent travellers like you. In fact, the place is even known as one of the most bike-friendly countries in the world. Take a ride to tour the old port Nyhavn, see the colourful houses, laze by the canal, or sit in a café with some good jazz music. To escape the busy crowd, find a patch of green in one of Copenhagen’s many gardens, such as the Botanical Garden or the King’s Garden.

4. Costa Rica

Costa Rica is every introvert’s haven. It’s safe, and has a wealth of national parks that introverts can explore. You can roll around on Costa Rica’s many beaches and practice yoga, or hike through the rainforest and kayak along the mangrove forests of Damas Island’s estuaries.

5. Bhutan

Bhutan’s a country that’ll surely pique the interest of every curious introvert, and allow them to escape from technology and the busy city streets of Singapore. The country has only been open to tourism for 40 years and has a low volume of travellers, making it an ideal destination for an introvert who’s looking for a peaceful travel. When you arrive at the place, visit the sacred Buddhist temple Taktsang Palphug Monastery located in the cliff side, or trek through the Druk path to see the inspiration Himalayan scenery.

6. Iceland

In search for a vacation spot that offers a tranquil escape? Then plan a trip with your closest friends to Iceland. Unwind in the warm waters of the blue lagoon geothermal spa, or hike one of Iceland’s many waterfalls like Gullfoss. Better yet, take a load off your feet by going on a horseback trek in the countryside.

7. Rome, Italy

Introverts love exploring and learning topics in-depth. Rome, the capital city of Italy, is the perfect vacation spot for ditching your map and wandering the streets alone, only trusting your observant eyes to seek out the city’s hidden gems. If you want, tour popular attractions like the Vatican City or the Coliseum on your own sweet time. With Rome’s wealth of ruins, old churches, and monuments, it’s easy to submerge yourself into the rich culture and history of the place.

8. Canada

There’s no better way to enjoy your own company and daydream without any interruption than taking a long train ride. Sit back with a good book, or thoughtfully gaze out the window while taking in Canada’s breath-taking sceneries on a cross-country train ride. If you don’t have the time to embark on a full journey, board the Rocky Mountaineer instead, and be dined and wined as you chug your way through the majestic Rocky Mountains of Canada.

Now that you know the perfect places that introverts like you can visit, it’s now time to book a flight on any of the aforementioned destinations, and marvel at the world’s greatest wonders.

Fancy visiting London? This is the right time to consider it. Though it is a bit expensive, the experience that you will have will surely beat it all. Travelling to London from Singapore is a long journey. You should not worry though. As long as you speak English, you will never get lost. The only thing that you need to prepare is your itinerary.

The typical itinerary of Singaporeans visiting London includes going to The London Eye, Buckingham Palace, Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, British Museum and the like. Some consider London for shopping. You can consider these places but if you want a different experience, you have to visit London’s best streets.

To submerge yourself from London society, you should never miss the following streets:

• Seymour Place: Perhaps you know Chiltern Street since it is famous but its neighbouring street also offers the same glory of Chiltern Street. Seymour Place is a genteel street with its charm. The street lacks shops but it makes up for offering gastronomic delights. There’s The Lockhart, Sandy’s, Vinoteca, Donostia and many more establishments to try.
• Lambs Conduit Street: After the learnings from the British Museum, you can head to Lams Conduit Street and experience eclectic shops. The street offers establishments like Folk, Oliver Spencer, Persephone, Darkroom and Knockbox.

• Marylebone Lane: For an air of bohemian, Marylebone Lane is the perfect place to be. Though narrow, the street offers exceptional and independent shops and boutique. People walk by the entrance of the street because they are enticed by Marylebone High Street’s bright lights. You can see establishments like a jewellery shop by Alex Monroe and Laura Lee and fashion shop by Second Female and Bruno Athe.
• Formosa Street: Formosa Street is near the famous Warwick Avenue. The street prides in its row of neighbourhood restaurants and other establishments like beauty parlor, homeware shop and a pub.
• Acton Mews: If you want to enjoy London’s hipster vibe, you have to head to Haggerston Acton Mews. In the past, the street only features brick railway that bring the East London Line. Now, the street nestles interesting hot spots like Berber & Q.

Of course there are more streets to discover in London. One day is not enough to scour the streets of London. London offers hospitality and gentility so it will not be a waste to visit it. When in London, do what the English would do – that is how you will enjoy the place. After all, you do not know when you can return.

The advent of smartphones made communication easy and convenient. There is no reason now not to get connected. If we want to be in the know, smartphones are the answer. Its benefits surely outweigh its price. In fact, there are some Singaporeans who do not leave the house without smartphones and even when sleeping, it is within arm’s length.

We often hold our smartphones, put it in our mouth and even let our kids play with it. We do not realize the threat it poses since studies reveal that it can house bacteria. In fact, smartphones are one of the dirtiest things next to our toilet. Some are well-informed that they wash their hands after using their phones but there are other Singaporeans who are unknowing.

The good news is that there is a smartphone company in Japan who knows this dilemma and attempted to resolve it. In fact, they are manufacturing a washable smartphone. At last, our smartphones could use good washing. Now this is interesting. Here are some things that you need to know about this washable smartphone:

• The premise: Manufacturers thought about the possibility of a washable smartphone because there are people who use their phones while cooking or taking a bath. In the event of dropping the phone, it can still be functional even it soap and water are used. Water-resistant phones are not new however, washing it with soap is not. The soap can be harmful for touchscreens and the phone itself if ever it gets inside the device.
• The model: The new smartphone is manufactured by Kyocera, a Japanese company. The smartphone is called The Digno Rafre. According to sources, this phone will be launched within December. Rafre proudly presents a device that is airtight and durable – these characteristics will keep the soap away and will keep the device safe no matter how you wash it.

• Features: Compared to your typical smartphone, the Rafre doesn’t have a speaker. The speakers were removed so no water and soap can enter inside the device. The company instead used Smart Sonic Receiver. This is a new technology that utilizes vibrations on the phone’s screen to create audio. As if it is not enough, the company also offers rubber duck stand to hold the phone whilst enjoying a bath. The phone can handle more than washing because its back can “heal” scratches. The touchscreen guarantees it can handle wear and tear.

The phone is just exclusive to Japan and is available in cashmere white, coral pink and marine blue color. Given its benefits, it might interest the manufacturers to consider worldwide release. The phone costs ¥57,420.

You do not hear this often but cities with population of more than ten million people are called megacities. If you already know the top ten (Tokyo, Jakarta, New Delhi, Manila, Seoul, Shanghai, Krachi, Beijing, New York and Guangzhou) megacities in the world, it can benefit you if you know the rest of the list.

The World Urban Areas Index released its newest edition of the top twenty megacities. The Index was made possible by Demographia. Here’s the other ten megacities in the world:

• Sao Paulo: Sao Paolo is the number eleventh megacity in the world with 20.3 million people.
• Mexico City: Mexico is the number twelfth megacity in the world with 19.4 million people.
• Mumbai: Mumbai has now 17.7 million people making it the thirteenth megacity in the world.
• Osaka: Osaka has 17.4 million people making it the fourteenth megacity in the world.
• Moscow: The capital of Russia is becoming richer and with plenty of opportunities, it is now the fifteenth megacity in the world with 16.1 million people.

• Dhaka: Dhaka is the sixteenth megacity in the world with 15.66 million people.
• Cairo: Cairo is the biggest metropolitan in Africa with 15.6 million people making it the seventeenth megacity in the world.
• Los Angeles: Lost Angeles if the eighteenth megacity in the world with 15 million people.
• Bangkok: The capital of Thailand housed 14.9 million people making it the nineteenth megacity in the world.
• Kolkata: Kolkata is another Indian city and was the capital of British India way back 1912. The city nestles 14.6 million people making it at number twenty.

Singapore is a small country with manageable population that is why you never made it to the list.