In our latest travel series, we journey the world with some of our favourite frequent fliers — from Abu Dhabi to Zurich, Changi to Heathrow — to find out what they’re like on the go.
Warning: travel envy ensues.
Name: Noël Li @no3l
Profession: Lifestyle Blogger
Passport: Hong Kong
Countries Visited: 30+
Where was your last destination?
My last destination was Tokyo, Japan. I went there just for fun but I also arranged a shoot with a photographer called @takvmi.jpg who is based in Tokyo. [While I was there] I shot some content for a project named Lost in Tokyo.
What was the best and worst thing about it?
The best thing about my Tokyo trip was how efficient it all was. The photographer and I captured various outfits with different backdrops in three hours. There was nothing bad about it at all. It’s Tokyo! A city which is so vibrant and exciting at all times.
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What do you never travel without?
My [Apple] AirPods and my camera.
What’s your favourite travel item?
My Dior Book Tote. It’s perfect to carry onboard and for shopping!
Where is your favourite hotel?
It has to be The Palace Hotel in Tokyo. It’s super comfortable and luxurious, and their attention to detail is so good.
Who do you normally travel with?
I usually travel by myself. It’s a way for me to recharge as well as clear my mind. Travelling alone allows me to explore new opportunities and meet new people.
Tell us your most memorable travel story.
During my trip to New York, I was walking around the city looking for locations to take pictures. I came across this old-style laundromat that would be the perfect backdrop but the owner was a bit scary. I asked him if I could pay a one-time fee just so I could take pictures. In the end, we had such a great time. The owner even took out their clothes so that we could use them as props for my pics. That was an unexpected outcome!
Show us your favourite travel photo!
A long time ago, I read an article about the best activities you can do alone and one of them mentioned: “go to a theme park yourself”. I found it very interesting and wanted to try it myself, so I made it happen. This photo was taken when I visited Universal Studios Japan by myself. It was actually not too bad at all. Especially as you can use all the single rider lines!
Theme parks are a great a place to leave your stress behind and be surrounded by kids and adults full of joy — no matter if you are with your friends or by yourself!
Where is your favourite airport and why?
Tokyo Haneda Airport is my favourite. The airport is located very close to the city and the design is very modern, bright and clean. The Japanese service/culture is always warm and comforting.
Share your top travel tip(s) with us!
- To deal with jet lag: pick the correct flight schedule. Usually it’s a long haul flight that results in jet lag, so pick a flight that arrives in the evening. Then, you can sleep at an appropriate time after landing and wake up fresh, early in the morning. It works for me.
- Items that I carry on and use in-flight: a pair of hotel slippers. Your body will bloat during the flight due to cabin pressure, which might make it difficult to take your shoes off. Having slippers will allow you to walk around the cabin easily.
- In addition, I always have body lotion and face cream with me. The cabin is super dry, so keeping myself hydrated and moisturised ensures that I feel great upon arrival. My go-to products include La Mer Creme De La Mer, which is perfect for the dry environment, and Bath and Body Work’s ‘Sleep’ body lotion. It’s infused with lavender which helps me fall asleep, too.
Where are you off to next?
I’m currently planning out my 2020 travels. Destinations include New York, Maldives, and Milan at the moment. Hopefully I’ll be able to visit and add somewhere I haven’t been to as well. Too many places, too little time.
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