It is the last of the month, which means payday in Johannesburg, and the working class is out to enjoy the happiness of a sunny winter Saturday. Behind the tall walls topped with barbed wire that define this city, the sun does not rise until later, safekeeping the few from the sun’s universality to uphold … Continue reading A journey into Soweto and the heart of South Africa – Travel Writing
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Coron, Busuanga and its aquatic surroundings – Travel Writing
It is just before five in the morning as the sun hides behind the mountains surrounding Busuanga, but the place is already teeming with life. The proud rooster crows louder than its previous counterpart, and the hisses and barks of cat and dog fights echo through the humid darkness. This is my first time in … Continue reading Coron, Busuanga and its aquatic surroundings – Travel Writing
Finding oneself in Indo’s heart of wilderness – Travel Writing
Indonesia. For most, synonym with Bali drunken scooter rides and cheap poolside Bin Tangs. A sweaty, crowded beating heart, as intricate as the dubious electric wires dangling overhead like tangled fishing line. I too used to see it only as an exotic playground to indulge oneself in drunken follies and endless partying; but for those … Continue reading Finding oneself in Indo’s heart of wilderness – Travel Writing
First day of summer – 500-word flash fiction (written on a park bench in Milan)
First day of summer The loud engine of a performance motorbike woes past like a rocket and I am brought back to the wooden bench in the middle of Viktoriapark. First day of summer. I pick up my empty bottle and resume the endless trek around the streets of Berlin. I live a most simple … Continue reading First day of summer – 500-word flash fiction (written on a park bench in Milan)
When in Rome… – Travel Piece
When in Rome… After Rome became the 2nd destination to fly direct to from Perth, I decided to allow myself a few days to visit the famous city in the peak of summer. I can’t describe how delighted I am to have made that decision. This ancient town oozes with history, and one can only … Continue reading When in Rome… – Travel Piece
When in Rome… – Travel Piece Teaser
After Rome became the 2nd destination to fly direct to from Perth, I decided to allow myself a few days to visit the famous city in the peak of summer. I can’t start to describe how delighted I am to have made that decision. The ancient city centre oozes with history, and one can only … Continue reading When in Rome… – Travel Piece Teaser
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