Vivian Loh · Outbound Lynx

Vivian spent three years living and working across Southeast Asia before relocating to Europe. Her writing draws on deep local knowledge and a genuine curiosity for how people live, eat, and celebrate around the world.

Areas of Expertise

Southeast Asia, Japan, and East Asia travel
European city guides and cultural travel
Food tourism and local culinary experiences
Budget and mid-range travel planning

Writing Approach

Vivian goes beyond surface-level travel tips. Her destination guides include cultural context, local etiquette, and the kind of neighborhood-level recommendations you only get from someone who has spent real time in a place.

Articles by Vivian Loh (151)

Dublin Castle's courtyard is lined with historic stone buildings at dusk.

2026-10-12

Dublin Castle: 3 Things to Check Before You Book

Dublin Castle shut its gates in June 2026 for the EU Presidency and stays closed through December 31; here's what reopens and what it costs.

The Guinness Storehouse atrium rises beneath a glass roof, with curved visitor galleries around its brick interior.

2026-10-10

Is the Guinness Storehouse Worth the Crowds?

Guinness Storehouse tickets start from €24, the official 90-minute average works best as a minimum, and the Luas is the quickest way to St James's Gate.

Malahide Castle stands amid green lawns and trees beneath a sunset sky.

2026-10-09

Is Malahide Castle Worth Visiting From Dublin?

A 45-minute castle tour, a 90-minute Thursday garden tour, and 268 acres of parkland: here's how to fit Malahide Castle into a half day near Dublin.

Kanazawa Castle stands among trees above the city at sunset.

2026-10-06

6 Things to Do in Kanazawa, Ranked by Priority

Things to do in Kanazawa in one walking day: free 4am Kenrokuen entry, 170 Omicho stalls, teahouses with no walk-ins, and the order that handles all three.

Snow-covered Sapporo glows at dusk beneath the surrounding mountains.

2026-10-05

4 Bases, 4 Seasons: Things to Do in Hokkaido

Things to do in Hokkaido, by season and base: Niseko's four resorts open together but close weeks apart, which should decide where you stay.

Kilmainham Gaol's stone exterior and main entrance illuminated at dusk in Dublin, Ireland.

2026-10-04

Is Kilmainham Gaol Worth the Ticket Hunt?

Kilmainham Gaol tickets drop 28 days out at midnight and popular slots go fast. How to book, what the 60-minute tour covers and how long to allow.

Limestone pavement with deep cracks and sparse plants at the Burren, with hills and coastline in the background.

2026-10-03

The Burren: Walks, Caves, and Karst Explained

The Burren's national park is free, its trails run from 30 minutes to 3.5 hours, and Doolin Cave holds a 7.3 m stalactite. How to plan a Clare visit.

Kylemore Abbey stands by a lake with mountains in the background, viewed through a stone archway.

2026-10-02

Kylemore Abbey: Tickets, Hours, and How to Plan Your Visit

Kylemore Abbey adult entry is €18, under-13s go free, and the family ticket only pays off with teenagers. Here's how to plan the abbey, garden and walks.

Street food stalls grilling skewers and serving dishes along a busy beach at sunset in Kuta, Bali.

2026-10-01

Things to Do in Kuta, Bali: Surf, Nightlife and Day Trips

The best things to do in Kuta, Bali: surf lessons from about IDR 200,000, Sky Garden from 21:00, Waterbom open daily, and who should skip it entirely.

A scooter is parked under a stone archway overlooking Uluwatu Temple on dramatic Bali sea cliffs.

2026-09-30

Uluwatu Bali Guide: Temple, Beaches, Surf and Key Tips

Explore Uluwatu Bali's cliff temple, reef surf, and beaches like Padang Padang with practical tips on timing, transport, and local highlights.

The Yokohama waterfront skyline with the Cosmo Clock 21 Ferris wheel and Minato Mirai seen from a garden overlook.

2026-09-29

Things to Do in Yokohama: Ranked by Worth Your Time

The best things to do in Yokohama fit one walkable loop - but Sankeien and Sea Paradise each need their own day. Sequence it right.

People dine at yatai food stalls along the riverside in Fukuoka at dusk.

2026-09-28

Things to Do in Fukuoka: 3-Day Plan, Food and Day Trips

Most travelers skip Fukuoka - that's a mistake. Things to do in Fukuoka range from yatai nights to Kyushu day trips, ranked by what's worth your time.