My visit to Langkawi De’ Windmills Selfie Park was completely unplanned. In fact, I hadn’t even known the place existed. So, imagine my surprise when the Google lady led me there! On a hot sunny day in Langkawi after being told several times to “Turn left in 500 meters.” I looked up to have a […]
All Aboard! Riding the Rails from Kuala Lumpur to Perlis and Beyond
Train travel in Malaysia is a marvel. Especially along the west coast of Peninsula Malaysia. For a mere RM100 (about 21usd) you can get all the way from KL Sentral to Padang Besar, Perlis and the border of Thailand in about 5.5 hours. Malaysia train travel is an excellent alternative to over-priced flights or long […]
Citarasa Danna: A Festive Ramadan Buffet at The Danna Langkawi
It’s time to celebrate Ramadan again with The Danna’s fabulous daily Ramadan buffet at Planter’s. The Danna Langkawi is no stranger to celebratory culinary adventures, and Ramadan usually tops the list of their festive annual spreads. This year, Citarasa Danna features a mix of traditional and Asian flavors, accompanied by an authentic Gamelan music performance. […]
Best Langkawi Snorkeling is at Pulau Payar
Looking for the best Langkawi snorkeling options? About 35-kilometers from Langkawi’s main island is Pulau Payar Marine Park. Established in 1989, the cluster of four islands was the first official marine park in all of Malaysia, with Pulau Payar Island being the largest of the archipelago. The old, offshore dive platform is gone, but snorkeling […]
Satun Sea Balcony, Discovering a Homestay Gem in Thailand
Satun Sea Balcony is one of the most unique accommodations I’ve had the pleasure to stay in. Located in the Tanyong Po coastal community of Satun, Thailand, the refurbished waterfront bungalows raise the bar in Satun homestay and boutique hotel options. Although technically falling more into the bed and breakfast category, the triplex designed Sea […]
Baling, Kedah: First Time Visitors Mini Guide
I’d never heard of Baling before, but it didn’t take long for me to see the uniqueness of this remote district in Kedah, Malaysia. Baling has a vibe of confidence. The people of Baling are creative and industrious. Quiet role models doing their own thing and embracing with gusto what resources they have on hand. […]
Mardi Agro Park, Langkawi’s Best Fruit Farm
Although Mardi Agro Park was originally established as a horticultural station in 1983, it has since rebranded a couple of times to become its present ‘Mardi Agro Technology Park’ incarnation. Don’t let the long name scare you off because Mardi Agro is still just a good old-fashioned, family fun (yet educational) place to visit. Since […]