Not every beautiful hotel makes it into a Pudu Puda Travel itinerary. Xin has been on a mission to update our list of selected stays based on what truly represents Patagonia. Luxury in Patagonia may look very different from other bucket list destinations in Europe, Africa and North America. Here we focus on epic locations with a sense of place, intimate lodging, and experiences which stay with you long after you leave. From geodesic domes which have unmatched resilience again

What are the top luxury destinations in Chile? Chile is the longest and narrowest country in the world, stretching over 4,300 kilometres from north to south. Flanked by the Andes mountain range and the Pacific Ocean, its landscapes are some of the most diverse in the world. From the colours of the Andes, to the windy trails of Patagonia and further down towards the last frontier which is Antarctica, Chile is truly a long and narrow strip of life. For first timers to Chile, w

You may know Queenstown as the adventure capital of the world, but the experiences you can find in New Zealand's South Island are not limited to those seeking an adrenaline rush. Here are some of the experiences we love that are family-friendly or for interspersing your more physically demanding days up in the Canterbury region. All these were tried and tested by our young family of 4! Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise The Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise is a 2-hour experience on a 1

When you think of New Zealand, images of sweeping landscapes and rugged wilderness often come to mind. However, tucked away in the high country are farm stays that offer a unique blend of luxury, comfort, and authentic rural charm. These places are perfect for those seeking to escape the ordinary and immerse themselves in nature without sacrificing style. We visited four exceptional farm stays that combine high-end accommodation with the beauty of New Zealand’s countryside. E

Here are five Spring break ideas designed around local and international school calendars for families seeking meaningful, luxurious journeys. Okinawa, Japan – Island soul, Japanese finesse. Okinawa offers a gentler, sunnier side of Japan — subtropical beaches, coral reefs, and a slower rhythm that feels worlds away from Tokyo. March brings pleasant spring weather, typically 18°C to 23°C, ideal for outdoor exploration without the summer crowds. You can expect clear skies, cal

Fellow parents can share in the challenges of travelling with young children - the exponential amount of luggage you have to pack, changes in your little one's daily routine, getting used to a new environment, battling jet lag, to name a few. A new one we recently added to the mix was travelling to high altitude. Our friends were visiting from Singapore and it was on their list to travel to northern Chile to see the stars. The Atacama Desert, thanks to its altitude and the la

Our foray into Antarctica with Silversea's Silver Endeavour was a trip about letting go, and experiencing Mother Nature's raw power.

Bhutan is the last intact Himalayan Buddhist kingdom in the world. Imagine a country the size of Switzerland without any traffic lights, one lone cinema where only locally produced films are screened and I believe the escalator count is still one. The Land of the Thunder Dragon in this modern age is still a place where the strength of its national identity is so obvious. The landscape is dotted with imposing forts and monasteries built in the 17th century, as well as traditio

Zen gardens are some of the most astonishingly beautiful and emotion-provoking gardens in Japan. Rock and stones are vital elements in...

Postcards from Aotearoa, the Land of the Long White Cloud. Xin travelled to New Zealand in the peak of summer where she hiked, sailed,...

In search of a lesser known Indonesia, we were whisked off to a seclude island paradise in West Nusa Tenggara. Moyo Island is accessible...

A little known fact about Australia is that actually really large, and is about the same size as continental USA (i.e. without Alaska)! While its cosmopolitan centres of Sydney, Melbourne and Perth are a hit with most travellers, only visiting the cities means you are hardly scratching the surface of its incredibly rich and diverse landscapes. The sheer scale of the country means that there are many naturally isolated and remote places to discover. Since 2023, I have made mul

As Singapore's leading South America travel specialists, we are often asked what a journey for a first-timer to this far-flung corner of...

Many bucket lists include Patagonia, but where is Patagonia exactly? It is not a city or a specific national park, but an immense...

I recently had the opportunity to spend almost two weeks travelling the northern circuit of Tanzania to visit a range of lodges and...

As someone who has been hiking most of my life around the world, it was quite surprising to find out that there are many nice trails in...

Last week, we took one of our guests, Aline, on a 2-day horse trek along the Patagonian fjords, exploring new trails along the Last Hope...

Last year, I hiked the Snowman Trek in Bhutan, which starts in the Western provinces of the country, skirting the Tibetan-Bhutanese...

I recently hiked the 14-day Huayhuash Circuit in the Peruvian Andes, a 120km trekking circuit which circumnavigates the Huayhuash...

A few weeks ago, my sister, Qi, travelled again to Bhutan to continue our work with children affected by domestic violence, at the...