Tallest Buildings in the World

Tallest Buildings in the World

Whenever I visit a new country or city, my first port of call is always to see the view from the highest point. Majority of the time that’s from the tallest skyscraper or on top of a mountain. I love to figure out my bearings so I can navigate and plan a successful trip. I’m slightly obsessed with viewing decks and skylines - it’s always my favourite part of any new city that I visit.

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5 Best Things to do in Shanghai
Asia, City Breaks, China, Shanghai, City Guide Sophie Alexander Asia, City Breaks, China, Shanghai, City Guide Sophie Alexander

5 Best Things to do in Shanghai

Shanghai is the largest city in China with a dense population of nearly 25 million people. With a city this size, the list of things to see and do is endless. I’ve been lucky enough to spend a good amount of time in Shanghai, as in 2017 I worked on a cruise ship that sailed in and out of the city on a weekly basis.

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10 Things They Don't Tell You About Cruise Ship Life
Asia, China, Japan, Solo Travel, Taiwan, Cruise Ships Sophie Alexander Asia, China, Japan, Solo Travel, Taiwan, Cruise Ships Sophie Alexander

10 Things They Don't Tell You About Cruise Ship Life

Out of all the trips I’ve been on, to everyone I meet, my time working on a cruise ship definitely proves to be the most interesting. 4 years on and I still get asked a lot of questions regarding ship life. Did you like it? Did you miss home? Were you allowed off the ship? I can answer these questions very easily - YES!

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