One of the best parts of travel is the element of surprise. You visit a place with certain expectations and, when you finally arrive, you're greeted with something completely different. This is even more delightful when what you discover is so far out of left field that it opens your eyes even wider to the…
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Who here knows of Langkawi? It's in Malaysia and it's a treat to all of the senses.
Known as the Jewel of Kedah, Langkawi is a treasure trove of natural wonders. Escape the city life and cruise along the waters of the Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark, or discover the diverse wildlife in the park…
For many, this article will be a refresher. But, if you've not been to Thailand (or even if you have) there is always something new to explore.
With astonishingly great food, a tropical climate, fascinating culture, majestic mountains and great beaches, Thailand is a magnet for travellers around the world, and quite rightly…
We imagine that some of you are real adventurers. You've seen the Eiffel Tower more times than you'd care to count (as spectacular as it is.) But, your quest for travel and new experiences always keeps you thirsty for a place that, perhaps, not many people have heard of. And, with that,…
... if you don't eat him first. As if modern life isn't good enough as it is, we have something that will make your day complete - even if you don't survive. You've been to London, or Paris, or Buenos Aires. But have you ever been eaten by Godzilla? We'll bet…
Soon, there will be a new kid in town.
If all goes well, in 2023 The East African Federation (EAF,) a proposed political union of the seven sovereign states of the East African Community – Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Uganda – will merge as a single…
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Who doesn't love fun parks? And who doesn't love Japan? So imagine a fun park in Japan! It's a natural fit. And we have the OSAKA e-Pass available to you for non-stop fun. Enjoy direct entry to Universal Studios Japan™’s 60+ attractions! Experience the thrill of the world’s # 1 ride…
See what we did there? We are such pranksters. We promise that the rest of this article is pun-free. For background, or as a refresher - Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, is in Southern Asia. It is an island country in the Indian Ocean, south of India. Sri Lanka has more than 2,550 years…
Turkey stands at the crossroads of Asia and Europe, and has so for millenia. Its importance cannot be understated, especially when you consider all that it has brought to the world.
If you've been, you'll know that one of the most unforgettable experiences there is the Bosphorus. Huge, bustling, vibrant and stunning, it has also had…
There are so many fabulous places in the world in which to travel. Many of us are lucky enough to be able to do so. And, many of us have already been able to make the rounds and see all of the "star" locations, such as Paris, New York, Beijing etc.
It will come as no…
Here we go again - Matouring waxing on with dreamy eyes about the world's state-of-the-art rail systems. Today it's - no surprise! - Japan. Like most of Asia (and Europe as well) they realise the complete 360º view of what train travel brings to exploring the earth - or even just getting to work and…
India is a spectacular place. So many layers of so many things. History that stretches far into the past and a future that is rocketing into fantastic new directions. Lovely, kind and curious people.
But, its antiquity also holds its own foggy mysteries. One of which is the lost kingdom Dwarka. Originally, Dwarka was believed to…
Sometimes, we like to feature our affiliate friends, especially when there is good news. (We consider ourselves lucky that they've chosen to work with us (and vice versa) and it's always a thrill when new and exciting adventures come along. Recently, Hong Kong-based Klook has made some big and exciting changes to its broad range…
Collectively, we are so used to seeing Japan as squeaky clean streets, gracious and polite residents and - almost - not a hair out of place. Cherry blossoms. Mount Fuji. Bullet trains. Mind-blowing food.
And, of course all of that is correct. But there are some places in Japan that don't always bubble up to the…
It won't be surprise if we say that Japan is one of the happiest and most welcoming countries in the world. Its residents strive every day find happiness in even the little things. But, some of the quiet islands take that ethos even further. Okinawa, Japan has highest congregation of people over 100 years of…
As if Hong Kong is not enough on its own, it also shyly features quiet joys.
Fear not. We're not discussing a fiery Cantonese dish (most aren't.) Nor are we proposing some kind of thrill ride that requires diapers (although this activity features thrills of its own.)
One little-known joy of Hong Kong is Shek O Peak,…
Without sounding like we're preaching, or stating the obvious, but the fact that you, our wonderful readers, are looking at this article says a lot about you, and certainly something about us, Matouring.
Visiting Venice or Rio are undoubtedly some of the most thrilling things we can do in our lives. But, sometimes (more often than…
China is an exciting country, with such incredible diversity in its terrain, people . . . and its cities.
Of course, Beijing rises to the top. It is the world's most populous national capital city, with over 21 million residents within an administrative area.
It is home to the headquarters of most of China's largest state-owned companies…
Lovers of Japanese food are, most likely, lovers of sushi. It's a food that should be recognised by museums as art. Even at its most basic, sold in bulk at crowded Asian markets, there is still a strong level of pride in the construction and presentation of sushi. But, let's have a moment to pause…