Before you start this journey with me, I would like to clarify that this website is not a blog site by definition. It is not intended to promote, market, or advertise anything, nor it is designed to indulge the expectations of a particular audience.

 

I would say that this website lies on the cusp between a diary and a journal. As a diary, it serves as "a secretive dialogue with the self, a form of isolated reflection, or alternatively, as a pragmatic exercise in revelation." As a journal, it is a collection of raw accounts of my travel experiences over the years. Thus, you may find my writings quite personal in nature.

​

So please accept my apologies for preferring to stay behind the shadows of my stories and photos. Maybe one day, I'll peek from behind the curtains, but for now, I choose to remain invisible, and I hope you understand. 

​

I write because I love writing.​ As an extremely introverted person (and an INFJ at that!), this is how I best express myself. My travel tales are a potpourri of the thoughts, feelings, impressions, and musings that were stirred by what I saw, heard, sniffed, tasted, and felt during my brief wanderings.

 

I should also mention that I am an anthropological traveler. I care a lot about the essence of any city, town, or village that I visit. I would even go to great lengths to research on its history, art, culture, and even urban legends before I even get there. And when I arrive, I act the part of an observer in awe, soaking in all the historical landmarks, museums, galleries, local traditions, and culinary delights the place has to offer.

​

So, after much thought, I decided to post my travel stories because I believe that sharing is always better than keeping. Who knows, I might be able to reach someone out there who shares this same passion. Maybe my stories could pique someone's interest, enough to inspire him to go out and explore. Maybe my research could add to someone's knowledge about a favourite place. Maybe some of my musings could prompt someone to also ponder and analyze. Maybe my small discoveries could inspire someone to investigate more. Maybe my humble recommendations could help someone plan his future travel. Maybe my mistakes could teach one a few lessons or serve as precautions for his future adventures. Maybe my realizations could touch someone in one way or another, or even spark something dormant in him. Or...at the very least, maybe I could provide someone with a little bit of entertainment. The possibilities are endless...but I won't know unless I try. Behind the shadows of my stories and photos, I hope at least to give a humble contribution.

​

Bon Voyage!