Articles by Patricia Sim
Top Five Extreme Opposite Places In America You Would Definitely Want To Visit
America is home to many shifting landscapes and cultures, featuring some of the most extreme, from the hottest to the coldest, the driest to the wettest, the country also offers volcanic mountains and snow-capped peaks. Here are the top 5 opposites to each other on the spectrum, to help plan your next travel adventure, based on what you like best.
Obama Pushes For Aviation Bill To Protect Travelers From Flight Delays, Unfair Pricing
The White House is mulling over an Aviation Bill that can help many travelers with their airline-related woes. This includes standard procedures over delayed flights, baggage mishandling and airline crew misconduct. Here are some of the important points of this bill, and what it aims to achieve.
Newlywed Afraid Of Flying Gets Cured By A Hypnotist On Same Flight
The newlyweds were at London Gatwick Airport waiting to board their Virgin Atlantic flight to Los Angeles when suddenly, the groom, who had never before gone on long-haul flight, found himself in tears, had a panic attack and refused to get on the plane.
Five Simple Travel Hacks To Enjoy Good Airplane Food
Most people agree that airplane food is the worst, both in terms of taste and nutritional value. Despite low quality airline food and uncooperative taste buds, here are the top five tips on how to score better airline food.
Five Google Flights Shortcuts And Hacks For Cheap And Efficient Airline Bookings
For any trip planning, Google has always been the go-to tool for trip activities and itineraries, mapping, hotel accommodations, getting in contact with local tour guides and now, for booking flights. Google Flights, one of Google's newest platforms for travelers, helps book your flight, as well as navigate the intricacies of budget pricing and routing any possible layovers - think Skyscanner but with Google's vast plethora of intelligence and user-friendly design.
Ski In The Beautiful French Alps This Season - Higher Snowfall Predicted By Experts
This is very important for France as the country has more than 357 resorts - just under nine percent of the world's share - and winter sports account for around 18 percent of France's tourist economy, according to the Franco-British chamber of commerce.
Visiting Pyongyang, North Korea? Climb Aboard An Ultralight Plane And See The City From The Air
Officials say more than 4,000 North Koreans have gone up in the ultralight fleet since, with prices for this attraction cheaper for natives. However "hundreds of foreigners" from 12 countries were also said to have taken part already in the craze.
Mexico City's Best Museums, Street Walks, and Neighborhood Bistros
Just a quick trip across the border, Mexico City gives an insight into this bustling city's old world charm and modern hustle. Here are some of the attractions to watch out for in this historical and cultural city, no matter what kind of adventure you are looking for.
Five Cities In Europe For Off -The-Beaten-Path Adventures
Europe is known for being a leader in tourism, with much of the continent reachable via bus or railway. However, have a look at these five lesser known cities you can visit before feeling crowded in places like Paris, Rome, or Berlin.
Top Five Adult-Only Resorts-Your Getaway From Noisy Kids
Many people think children are wonderful, however, these select hotels allows non-child lovers and jaded parents alike to experience a child-free getaway. Instead of hearing crying, bickering and name-calling, weary travelers can opt for Adults-Only resorts, and at exclusive packages.
Russians Recover Crashed American C-47 World War 2 Plane In Frozen Siberia - Final Captain's Log Written Onboard
In August this year, an international expedition organized by the Russian Geographical Society conducted a unique salvage operation in one of the Earth's remotest regions. The 70-year old American Douglas C-47 aircraft made an emergency landing in Siberia back in 1947, and the remains are just now being recovered, with some shocking discoveries.
Airlines Ban Explosive Samsung Galaxy Note 7 After Phone Overheats And Starts Smoking Onboard
The total ban means that the device is absolutely forbidden onboard the aircraft, including both carry-on baggage and check-in luggage. Other Samsung products are still allowed, but travelers are advised to follow proper safety procedures announced by the cabin crew before take off. Here is a list of countries and airlines from The Guardian that have enforced a total or partial ban on the Galaxy Note 7 aboard their aircrafts:
A Guide To Thailand's Tourist Attractions And Events Amidst Mourning For The King
Following the death of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, reigning monarch of Thailand, many of the Thai people have been in a state of mourning, suspending closing their business and cancelling important events and festivals. The loss of their king is something they take seriously, and something tourists need to respect and understand, despite the inconvenience of missing out on much of what Thailand has to offer during the mourning season.
Top Five Burrito Joints in LA For A Fully-Loaded Breakfast
Toast, oatmeal, pancakes, bacon and cereal are all staple breakfast choices, but what everyone looks forward to when they know they want a big, fulfilling, delicious breakfast is the breakfast burrito. In Los Angeles, the food truck capital of the USA, many have been looking for the perfect breakfast burrito joint, and here are the Top Five the city has to offer.
The Park, Las Vegas's Newest Art Scene
When thinking of Vegas, some of the most common things that come to mind are casinos, gambling, and living the hedonistic life. However, a new public outdoor space called "The Park" is reinventing Las Vegas's art scene with public art exhibitions and art-related pop-up activities.
Real Housewives Election Picks Revealed Then Deleted By Andy Cohen
The "Real Housewives" series may have more in common with the current twists and turns of the election than you think. Known for their real-life drama and killer comeback lines, some news about who the housewives would be voting this election were leaked online.
Aussies Invest $1.2 million in Tesla and Bosch Self-Driving Cars Partnership
The Victorian government has invested $1.2 million at this initiative, hand-in-hand with its Transport Accident Commission. The Australian Driverless Vehicle Initiative also shared that Australians were keen on self-driving cars for when 'they're bored' -- not necessarily a safety feature, but could prove to be another advantage to the self-driving car.
Google for Mother Earth - Big Data, Meatless Mondays, And Recyclable Menstrual Cups
Google's Singapore and Taiwan data centers have reached a 100% landfill diversion rate, in line with a global commitment they've made to achieve 'zero waste to landfill' for data centers globally.
Social Media Fire Over Second Presidential Debate - Hillary Gets Aggressive on Twitter, Ken Bone Appears On Jimmy Kimmel Live
Twitter declared it the "most tweeted debate ever", and in the age of growing social media scope and accessibility, how can it not be?
Republican Woman's Tweets Land Blows on Trump's Campaign Amidst Misogynistic Statements
Accumulating over 51,000 Retweets and 170,000 Likes from her 17-series tweets, many people have praised Marybeth for her courage, and for her firm stance in her moral code. Celebrities such as Mark Ruffalo and JK Rowling have replied to her tweet, calling her "heroic", and reaffirming her stance on the issue.
Riskiest Selfie Trend Yet - Throw Your Phone in the Air, and Snap!
Selfie trends come and go, with some trends in the past including duckface, gym selfies, planking, and many other fun and amusing poses. The latest selfie trend of 2016, however, involves putting your favorite gadget at risk of falling and crashing on the ground.
Clinton vs Trump Round Three - The Third US Presidential Debate
After two clashes that sparked much outrage and reaction both in the US and worldwide, this is Hillary Clinton's and Donald Trump's last chance to sway the voting public, and the beginning of the countdown towards Election Day.
Raise The Raft! Top Five Reasons Why The Grand Canyon Has The Best Whitewater In America
The Grand Canyon is one of America's most defining landmarks, with its sandstone cliffs, facades, and valleys, it's hard not to be enamored with this beautiful creation of nature. One of the overlooked, yet most enjoyable activities available in the area is the extreme sport of whitewater rafting. Here are 5 reasons why the Grand Canyon is a good whitewater destination.
Simone Biles Causes A Storm At Chicago's O'Hare Airport For Team USA Victory Tour
The four-foot-8-eight Texas native was greeted at the airport by a flood of selfie requests. Most of the excited onlookers were young fans, also training to become world-class gymnasts for Team USA.
Who dies in "The Walking Dead" Season 7 Premiere? Updates And Spoilers Here
So far, among the remaining survivors, namely, Rick, Daryl, Glenn, Maggie, Abraham, Eugene, Carl, Sasha, Rosita, Michonne, and Aaron, fans have speculations on the following characters, based on observations on the sneak-peek trailer:
Top Five American Small Towns - Your Getaway From the City
With a population of only 9,020 people, and only being accessible via plane or ferry, much of this town is unexposed to outside influence, especially its wildlife. Among its glacier-carved mountains, sightings of rare animals such as bald eagles, brown bears, humpback whales, and sea otters are a common occurrence.
Cuixmala Secret Island Getaway Houses Mexico's Most Expensive Hotel Suite
The most expensive suite, the Cuixmala Suite, was the private quarters of Goldsmith before the property's conversion, so, unsurprisingly, it is by far the most luxurious accommodation today.
Dr. Dre Threatens To Sue Sony Over Domestic Abuse Movie
Currently, the rapper's legal team has sent Sony a cease and desist, ordering the cancellation of the movie. The letter states, "Dre flatly denies ever abusing Michel'le," and will seek legal action if the film is released.
Air New Zealand "Flight from Hell" - Extreme Turbulence Causes Injuries
For the people scared of air travel, this new incident will definitely shake what's left of belief in safety.
Calling All Climbholics! Five Tips to Conquer A Mt. Kilimanjaro Climb
Mount Kilimanjaro is Tanzania's greatest peak, with about 35,000 people attempting to climb it every year. Only about half of these people make it to the peak, and three to seven people die on the trek, annually.
