Penang, Malaysia has several islands scattered around their main island, but it is Jerejak Island which may have the most colorful history. It wasn’t until recently that I had the opportunity to venture out there to check it out. I had been invited to join a group of curious Penangites after we had read an […]
Acappella Suite Hotel: Top Pick of Shah Alam
Who doesn’t love the retro feel of a neon-lit palm tree? That particular tropical vacation icon has spanned the globe for generations! But there is nothing retro about the Acappella Suite Hotel or the Acappella Residences, with the exception of good old fashioned great customer service and the promise of a comfortable ‘home away from […]
9 Kuala Lumpur Hotel Picks Of Travel Bloggers
Although there are plenty of Kuala Lumpur hotels to choose from, it can often be a hit or miss situation depending on the recommendation sources. Online travel or booking agencies? Advertorials? Who to trust, right? But you’re in luck! I asked a few travel blogger friends for their favorite KL accommodations, based on their own […]
Hotel Review: Olive Tree Hotel Penang
The Olive Tree Hotel is the epitome of a business travel hotel, but it has a unique quality unlike similar hotels. The Olive Tree is a standout because of their superior customer service and surprisingly homey ambiance. Not in a perfunctory way, but with the sincere, honest attention and ambiance that one might expect from […]
Top 3 Penang Hotels For Budget Minded Travelers
For anyone heading to Penang, Malaysia, the accommodations available are plentiful. But for budget travelers or digital nomads, finding inexpensive Penang hotels with lots of perks and at affordable prices, may be hit or miss. My recent discovery of the GoodHope Hotel has now given me three excellent options for places to stay, ensuring that […]
Travel Bloggers’ Top Picks For Penang
Penang, Malaysia has heaps of sightseeing options. The selections of things-to-do, places-to-see and amazing foods-to-eat are seemingly endless! Add in their steady stream of local and international events and you have one of Malaysia’s most happening destinations. But for those visitors with limited time, it can be a tough choice in selecting one ‘not to […]
KL’s Hop-On Hop-Off Rockstar City Tour
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 the luxury of a few leisure days, I took a closer look at a tourist map […]
