The KL Hop On Hop Off bus is a must for new visitors to Kuala Lumpur. I’m embarrassed to confess that I have had little actual ‘sightseeing’ experiences in Kuala Lumpur, beyond seeing the obvious can’t-miss-them Petronas Twin Towers and a few other skyline icons. But on a recent trip to the capital city and […]
Unique Things to Do in Langkawi for Under 50-Ringgit
Langkawi can be as expensive as any other vacation hot spot, but if you’re counting ringgits and still want to have some Langkawi sightseeing fun, not a problem! When it comes to things to do in Langkawi, the island has plenty of interesting and budget-friendly places to visit, beyond the usual free beaches and waterfalls, […]
Rua Rasada Hotel, My Port in the Storm
The thought of stopping in Trang, Thailand seemed like a great idea at the time. Located smack in the middle of my Bangkok to Langkawi road trip, it would be the perfect spot to catch my breath. I had envisioned exploring the National Parks and those gorgeous beaches of nearby Hat Yao. Perhaps tossing in […]
The Unique Charm of Asia Hotel Bangkok
Bangkok is one of those absolutely must-visit places that I personally know very little about. It’s big and very busy, but an exotic destination that should be on everyone’s bucket list. You name it and Bangkok probably has it. Until recently, it had been at least five years since I had visited Bangkok, but even […]
Celadon, the Green Stone of Doi Saket
As much as I enjoy the energy of big cities, they often overwhelm my senses. Can’t see the city for the buildings, so to speak. Jam-packed with so many things to see and do that I don’t quite know where to begin. I’ve found that one of the beauties of small towns is that they […]
Global Doctors Medical Clinic Langkawi
When planning a tropical island holiday, where to go in case of an illness or accident is usually the last thing on people’s minds. Many assuming that most popular tourist destinations have that covered, right? Well, the Langkawi bound can breath a sigh of relief as Global Doctors has a new location in popular Pantai […]
The Airport Mishap and My Broken Camera
I recently had an airport security mishap and I’d like to say a few words about that. I’m a fairly well seasoned traveler these days and have learned to negotiate airports and airport staff much better than when I was a fresh-off-the-farm newbie. And for the most part I’m happy to report that I have […]