

Cambodia Hop Along - Siem Reap
First time in Cambodia! Angkor temples, lively night markets, bamboo sticky rice, snacking crickets, water village and unforgettable people!

Cristina Dwyer
Mar 1214 min read


Vietnam Hop Along - Hoi An
Visiting Vietnam for the first time! Hoi An - heritage houses, fresh markets, colourful lanterns and boats, and more food!

Cristina Dwyer
Feb 58 min read


Happy New Year Shanghai!
As we step into 2025, I pieced together a mosaic of moments, impressions, and events that shaped my life in Shanghai last year.

Cristina Dwyer
Jan 24 min read


Ancient Wonders: The Great Wall and Terracotta Army
China's two most iconic landmarks: The Great Wall and Terracotta Warriors through my curious eyes and adventure seeking spirit.

Cristina Dwyer
Jun 30, 202414 min read


Pearl Harvesting in Shanghai
I knew Shanghai has more to offer, but I never thought I would be harvesting freshwater cultured pearls from the comfort of a small atelier.

Cristina Dwyer
May 13, 20244 min read


Green Tea Immersion
Discover the green tea with its history, harvesting process, and traditional tea drinking ceremony. Hope you will end up loving it too!

Cristina Dwyer
Apr 19, 20247 min read


Shanghai Sneak Peek!
Experience the allure of Shanghai through the eyes of an expat and more than 200 pictures.

Cristina Dwyer
Mar 19, 20248 min read


Jeju Island, one of a kind
UNESCO Heritage site with breathtaking scenery, home to the highest mountain in Korea and to the sea women, Jeju is truly one of a kind

Cristina Dwyer
Oct 11, 202311 min read


It’s coffee time in Seoul!
With roof top cafes, hand roasted coffee beans and mother of pearl furniture, Seoul's coffee culture is beyond imagination.

Cristina Dwyer
Aug 18, 20235 min read


So ... how's Seoul?
These days I am calling Seoul home. Come along for a quick peek to get a feel for what this city has to offer.

Cristina Dwyer
May 29, 202311 min read