Articles Written By: JB & Renée Macatulad

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Budapest Food Guide: 13 Must-Try Restaurants

FOOD GUIDES / HUNGARY / WHEN WE WANDER Apr 3, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

In spite of its overwhelmingly gothic and neoclassical architecture, Budapest is an incredibly hip and trendy city. It's forward thinking in its approach to art and design and much of that creativity seems to have carried over into its food.

Prague Food Guide: 9 Must-Try Restaurants

CZECH REPUBLIC / FOOD GUIDES / WHEN WE WANDER Apr 2, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

I don't have much experience with Czech food but one thing seems clear, roasted meat dishes heavy on gravies, starches, and root vegetables figure prominently in Czech cuisine. It's the type of food you'd expect from countries that experience harsh winters.

The First-Timer’s Travel Guide to Porto, Portugal (2020)

PORTUGAL / TRAVEL GUIDES / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Apr 2, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Located along the Douro River, Porto's historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is characterized by hilly cobblestone streets, centuries-old churches, and beautiful azulejo tiles.

The First-Timer’s Travel Guide to Chiang Mai, Thailand (2020)

THAILAND / TRAVEL GUIDES / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 31, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Chiang Mai is one of the most popular destinations in Thailand, perhaps second only to Bangkok in its appeal. It's a cool mountain town known for its hill tribes, lush rainforests, elephant sanctuaries, and interesting cuisine.

The First-Timer’s Travel Guide to Bangkok, Thailand (2020)

THAILAND / TRAVEL GUIDES / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 30, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Bangkok is one of those cities that never gets old. No matter how many times you've been, you'll always discover something new and exciting to see, do, and eat. It's got a near perfect mix of food, culture, nightlife, shopping, affordability, and grittiness that's unmatched anywhere in Southeast Asia.

Ho Chi Minh City Attractions: 20 Fun Things to Do in Saigon

VIETNAM / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 25, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

If it's your first time visiting Ho Chi Minh City, then I've put together this list of twenty of the most fun things to do to help you plan your trip. It's made up of a good mix of attractions, activities, day trips, and food experiences to make your stay in Saigon as well-rounded as possible.

Taylor’s Port Winery: Where to Go Wine Tasting in Porto

PORTUGAL / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 31, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

If you drink wine, then port tasting is one of the best things you can do in Porto. After all, port wine is one of Portugal's most famous exports and was named after the city of Porto.

The Perfect 3-Day Hanoi Itinerary

VIETNAM / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 25, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

If you're visiting for the first time and wondering what to do in Hanoi, then this 3-day itinerary will be useful to you. It gives recommendations on what attractions not to miss and offers suggestions on what and where to eat to get the best out of your stay in Hanoi.

Tokyo Itinerary: The Best Places to Visit in 5 Days

JAPAN / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 25, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

If you're visiting Tokyo for the first time and want to truly experience the city, then this 5-day Tokyo itinerary will be helpful to you. It's a realistic itinerary that features all the best places to visit for first-time travelers to Tokyo.

Cooking Classes in Japan: Make Udon and Tempura in Tokyo!

JAPAN / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 15, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

airKitchen offers so many cooking classes in Japan that you could probably find one for whatever Japanese dish you want to make. As of this writing, they offer over 400 cooking classes in Tokyo alone!

Tokyo Food Tour: Eat Sushi and Wagyu in Shinjuku!

JAPAN / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 25, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

There are many interesting neighborhoods in Tokyo, but for us, the best is Shinjuku. It's got everything – lights, entertainment, shopping. Most important of all, it's got food. Lots of it. There are so many interesting restaurants in Shinjuku.

Tokyo Day Trips: 12 Fun Places to Visit

JAPAN / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 25, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

I recently spent over a week in Tokyo, exploring the city and taking a few day trips to interesting areas outside of the metropolitan area. If you're staying long enough in Tokyo and have already seen the city's top attractions, then listed in this article are twelve of the best and most popular day trips you can take from Tokyo.

The Shirakawago Winter Travel Guide

JAPAN / TRAVEL GUIDES / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 28, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Shirakawago is a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its traditional gassho-zukuri farmhouses. It’s located in the remote Shogawa River Valley in Gifu prefecture, close to the border with Toyama.

10 of the Best Things to Do in Kanazawa, Japan

JAPAN / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 25, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Kanazawa is affectionately called "Little Kyoto" for its beautifully preserved neighborhoods, its sprawling landscaped garden, and handful of interesting museums. It exudes the charm of Kyoto minus the crowds, which is always a good thing.

Takayama Hokuriku Pass: Explore the Chubu Region with JR Central

JAPAN / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 28, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

What the Takayama Hokuriku Pass does is allow you unlimited travel in central Japan so you can explore destinations in the Chubu region like Kanazawa, Fukui, Toyama, Nagoya, and Shirakawa-go. It's so convenient!

Vietnamese Food Guide: 45 Must-Try Dishes in Vietnam

FOOD GUIDES / VIETNAM / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 25, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

I ate my way through Sapa, Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, Saigon, and the Mekong Delta with the goal of writing a Vietnamese food guide that showcased the best and most interesting dishes this country had to offer. This list of 45 is what I've come up with.

Osaka Food Guide: 25 Must-Try Restaurants

FOOD GUIDES / JAPAN / WHEN WE WANDER Last Updated: Mar 25, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Since 2014, we've been to Osaka a total of four times. Each visit gives us the opportunity to explore new restaurants and to continually update and refine this food guide. Our goal is to give you the best, most complete, and most diverse food experience in Osaka, and I believe we've done just that with the latest edition of this guide.

Paul Immigrations Reviews: On Applying for Singapore Permanent Residency

SINGAPORE / WHEN WE WANDER Feb 19, 2020 JB & Renée Macatulad

Singapore has been and always will be one of our favorite countries to visit. There are so many reasons why we love going there – the attractions, the shopping, the order, the discipline, the cleanliness, the greenery, and most of all, the food.