With my first trip to Southeast Asia , I discovered those magical Hawker’s Stalls and Night Markets. I had never seen or experienced anything like it. It can be a bit intimidating for ‘new’ travelers to the region, but usually the warmth and curiosity of the locals can make for an easy transition. This is […]
Not Your Average Langkawi Joe
When I first came to Langkawi from the United States I had no idea where to go to get anything. There weren’t the usual chain stores I usually relied on, such as Walmart or Walgreens. So asking new friends about a reputable pharmacy in Langkawi, I always got the same reaction “Go to Joe’s!”. Over […]
The Humble Coconut
When we think of palm trees, most people think of tropical islands. Lazing under a coconut palm listening to sound of the surf and drinking a coconut infused cocktail. But in Langkawi, like many island environments, the coconut palm has a much broader purpose. It is the fruit of plenty for an assortment of foodstuffs, […]
Fishy Business in Langkawi
When I first heard about ‘Doctor Fish’, a couple of years ago, the thought was a bit disgusting to me. But last year a friend of mine was taking her sister to Langkawi Anjung Spa (in Oriental Village) and raved about it. There’s safety in numbers so I went along. What can I say? I […]
The International Art of Busking
Are you new to the art of busking? I recently met a couple of young tourists from England, Kydd Fire and Kat who had come to Langkawi for a Fire Dancing gig. Unfortunately, the venue was changed and the gig vanished. They had budgeted their money with that particular gig in mind, so where did […]
Gamat: Langkawi’s Magical Sea Cucumber
As a long time, medical worker, I’m generally a believer of western medicine. And although I’d like to believe in magical herbal concoctions, as well, I tend to be a bit skeptical. But my eyes have been opened a lot in regards to eastern medicine, in Southeast Asia; from reflexology and acupuncture to medicinal sea […]
Tsunamis, Just Another Natural Disaster?
Natural Disasters, such as tsunamis, are just a part of life for most of us, regardless of where we live. Some of us choose the hot spots or the hot spots choose us. Southeast Asia is ‘my’ latest hot spot. I grew up on the Gulf Coast in Pensacola, Florida. Part of growing up was […]