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5 Cities to See Unique Street Art in Malaysia

5 Cities to See Unique Street Art in Malaysia

Street art in Malaysia has become much more common place these days. From typical graffiti-style smatterings of paint to the symbolic imagery of community ‘thinkers’ hoping to subtly let the world know what’s really on their … [Read More...]

My Perfect 4 Days in Langkawi Itinerary

My Perfect 4 Days in Langkawi Itinerary

Need some help planning your 4 days in Langkawi? Langkawi itinerary advice is a dime a dozen these days. Which is a good thing when it comes to planning a Langkawi holiday. Especially if time is limited. Nothing worse than … [Read More...]

Is Pulau Payar Marine Park Worth a Visit? Yes!

Is Pulau Payar Marine Park Worth a Visit? Yes!

When it comes to island hopping in Peninsular Malaysia, the state of Kedah has been the king of the hill with their Langkawi archipelago turned UNESCO Global Geopark. Langkawi (also known as the Jewel of Kedah) has 99 islands … [Read More...]

The Magic of Coconuts and DIY Virgin Coconut Oil

The Magic of Coconuts and DIY Virgin Coconut Oil

If you ever find yourself stranded on a desert island in Malaysia, or any other tropical location around the world, the one thing that could be your saving grace is the multi-purpose coconut palm. The coconut palm grows … [Read More...]

Learning to Surf in Langkawi, Malaysia

Learning to Surf in Langkawi, Malaysia

The idea of learning to surf in Langkawi or anywhere else in Malaysia may come as a big surprise to some folks. It’s just not something you hear much about. At least not consistently. And that may be because Malaysia’s waves … [Read More...]

Weekend Guide to Perlis for First Time Visitors

Weekend Guide to Perlis for First Time Visitors

Ever hear of a place called Perlis? Perlis is the smallest state in Malaysia, but being located on the Malaysia-Thailand border it has a colorful past history and heritage which makes it quite unique. I’ve passed through … [Read More...]

Warung Kak Imah’s Malaysian Favorites & Kampung Charm

Warung Kak Imah’s Malaysian Favorites & Kampung Charm

Drawn to the pendulums of bananas in an empty shop, the nearby clamor of pots and pans sliced through the air like a family reunion. The crescendo of cheerful voices floating amidst the kinetic energy of the busy little … [Read More...]

Ultimate Guide to Langkawi Island Hopping

Ultimate Guide to Langkawi Island Hopping

Island hopping in Langkawi is one of the top sightseeing activities offered by local Langkawi travel agents and tour guides. And with the Langkawi archipelago having 99 islands (104 at low tide), it is definitely an island … [Read More...]

Learning Singapore Cultural Cooking Via Zoom

Learning Singapore Cultural Cooking Via Zoom

Travel may be limited for many foodies and kitchen aficionados, but a taste of Singapore is just a mouse click away. Food Playground, one of Singapore’s top cooking schools, has taken the Covid-19 lemons and made lemonade by … [Read More...]

Pulau Tioman, Just an Island Hop Away

Pulau Tioman, Just an Island Hop Away

As of this writing, Malaysia has been in a Covid-19 inspired lockdown for over 70-days. The kind of lockdown that probably has many people chomping at the bit for a blissful island vacation. Pulau Tioman (Tioman Island) is a … [Read More...]

Langkawi Geopark: What To Know Before You Go

Langkawi Geopark: What To Know Before You Go

Hearing the words Langkawi Geopark may conjure up images of a stone age-style theme park or perhaps a rock garden of grand proportions, but those images would be completely erroneous. The Langkawi Geopark is the honorific … [Read More...]

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