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 […]
How Mega Water Sports Made Me Love Jet Skis
I’ve never been a big fan of jet skis, but thanks to Mega Water Sports, I now have three jet ski tours under my belt and a new found love for the water sport. Jet skis often get a bad rap from beachgoers (including me), because there’s nothing more annoying than having one’s quiet beach […]
My Dirty Hotel Room Epiphany
Last year I passed through Kuala Lumpur quite a number of times and thought it would be a great opportunity to add a few Kuala Lumpur hotel reviews and recommendations to my blog. I was also fortunate to have discovered three nearly perfect, affordable and conveniently located options. All three had great customer service too. […]
10 Reasons to Stay at AoNang Cliff Beach Resort
Krabi province is no stranger to the revolving door of year round visitors, and they arrive in mass by land, sea and air. But for first time visitors (like me), the Krabi expanse may not be as simple to negotiate for some as for others. Having, at the very least, an accommodation to initially head […]
KL’s Hop-On Hop-Off Rockstar City Tour
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 […]