Reading the words ‘sand flies’ in a Trip Advisor review, had me rethinking my grand Koh Tarutao adventure. A fate worse than prisoner ghosts or giant jungle snakes, in my opinion. But the historic ex-prison island of Koh Tarutao has fascinated me for years. Looming on the distant horizon, its mysterious, yet picturesque presence is […]
Langkawi to Penang in 4 Easy (and Cheap) Steps
The conveniences of travel options these days includes an abundance of cheap domestic flights, and one can get quite spoiled with such a luxurious and affordable option. That is especially true for those who are island hopping between the Langkawi archipelago and Pulau Penang on a regular basis. Of course, there is also a direct […]
Should You Visit Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary?
Should you visit the Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary? Yes. And for a few reasons. Not only are elephants just plain awesome, the Kuala Gandah Elephant Sanctuary cum National Elephant Conservation Centre in Pahang, Malaysia is the first (and main) elephant sanctuary in Malaysia. The conservation efforts by the center and the Malaysian Government to improve […]
Berjaya Tioman Resort, Ultimate Island Getaway
Visiting Tioman Island has been on my travel wish list for several years now, but the journey to get there looked complicated and exhausting. However, when the Berjaya Tioman Resort invited me to come and experience their property, I couldn’t pack my bags fast enough. Sure, I was still intimidated by the how-to-get-there steps, but […]
Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor, A Reflective Phenomenon
If you’re looking for a Sky Mirror in Malaysia you are in luck. Because there happens to be one in the state of Selangor, near the seaside enclave of Kuala Selangor. Aptly named Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor, there is little room for error in finding your way to this popular sightseeing phenomenon. In fact, as […]
A Fun Non-Touristy Day Trip to Melaka City
Planning a day in Melaka, Malaysia yet aren’t in the mood to read history laden sign boards? No problem lah, historic Melaka City (also known in English as Malacca) has some interesting non-historical options that blend quite well with the heritage-themed fabric of the community. Of course, you will still get a healthy dose of […]
First Time Visitor’s Guide To Koh Lanta Island
My first visit to Koh Lanta did not leave a good impression on me. That was several years ago towards the end of ‘high season’. The menagerie of touts bombarding the new arrivals at Saladan Pier was overwhelming to say the least. All eager to gain a few more bucks before the low season arrived. […]