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 Koh Lipe: Just a Ferry Ride Away
I’ve lost count of how many times I have been to Koh Lipe, Thailand. For the longest time I actually thought the island was closed during the ‘low’ season, but that’s certainly not true. Koh Lipe is open year round, but getting there quickly from Langkawi, Malaysia isn’t always an option. However, when the monsoon […]
The Lazy Tourist’s Guide to Legian, Bali
Some travelers arrive at a destination with a jam-packed itinerary in place and others may prefer to wing it once they arrive. I, myself, have been known to arrive with the intent of doing much more than I actually end up doing, because sometimes after getting settled in, and decompressing a bit, I can often […]
Feeling the Love at Lipe Beach Resort
Finding an affordable Koh Lipe accommodation during ‘high season’ can be a challenge, especially if a waterfront location is at the top of one’s preferred amenities list. But taking advantage of the seasonal Langkawi to Koh Lipe direct ferry service means travel to Koh Lipe during their busiest and most popular time of year. Did […]
First Time Visitor’s Guide to Pulau Tuba
Ever hear of Pulau Tuba? Unless you are familiar with the northwest coast of Peninsula Malaysia, you probably have not. Unbeknown to many, Pulau Tuba (Tuba Island) is one of the four populated islands of Langkawi’s 99-island Archipelago. The others being Pulau Dayang Bunting, Pulau Rebak and Pulau Langkawi itself. Located 5-kilometers southwest of the […]
Best of Singapore: 25 Travel Bloggers’ Top Picks
Few people I know visit Singapore for extended periods of time unless they are working or perhaps pet sitting. In fact, when asking about local sights, I often hear, “Oh, I was only there for a few days, I didn’t get to see much.” I myself have said the same and have the Instagram shots […]
5 Reasons To Visit Singapore’s Changi Village
Flying into a new country can sometimes be overwhelming. More so if the arrival city happens to be of the bustling, metropolitan variety. Bright lights and honking horns are not everyone’s cup of tea, especially if readjusting to a new time zone (aka jet lag). But with Singapore being one of the major Southeast Asia […]