Covid-19 quarantine (aka restricted movement) got you pretty sick of eating your own ‘home’ cooking? Nothing like being told, “No you can’t leave the house” to suddenly start craving foods that just aren’t the same when cooked at home. Or if you are like me, you’re simply a terrible cook. Or just plain lazy. Well, […]
First Time Visitor’s Mini Guide To Sandakan
At a glance Sandakan, Sabah may appear like some forgotten industrial area. Many of the towns’ charming but forlorn buildings are encrusted with fine coats of soot and screaming for a fresh coat of paint or at the very least a good pressure washing. But settle in for a few days and Sandakan’s unique charm, […]
Langkawi to Penang in 4 Easy (and Cheap) Steps
The conveniences of travel options these days includes an abundance of cheap domestic flights, and one can get quite spoiled with such a luxurious and affordable option. That is especially true for those who are island hopping between the Langkawi archipelago and Pulau Penang on a regular basis. Of course, there is also a direct […]
Berjaya Tioman Resort, Ultimate Island Getaway
Visiting Tioman Island has been on my travel wish list for several years now, but the journey to get there looked complicated and exhausting. However, when the Berjaya Tioman Resort invited me to come and experience their property, I couldn’t pack my bags fast enough. Sure, I was still intimidated by the how-to-get-there steps, but […]
Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor, A Reflective Phenomenon
If you’re looking for a Sky Mirror in Malaysia you are in luck. Because there happens to be one in the state of Selangor, near the seaside enclave of Kuala Selangor. Aptly named Sky Mirror Kuala Selangor, there is little room for error in finding your way to this popular sightseeing phenomenon. In fact, as […]
A Fun Non-Touristy Day Trip to Melaka City
Planning a day in Melaka, Malaysia yet aren’t in the mood to read history laden sign boards? No problem lah, historic Melaka City (also known in English as Malacca) has some interesting non-historical options that blend quite well with the heritage-themed fabric of the community. Of course, you will still get a healthy dose of […]
Mahsuri of Langkawi- Truth or Legend?
Myths and legends have always held captive the imaginations of mankind. Some being much more otherwordly than others. When I first visited Makam Mahsuri (Mahsuri’s Tomb) and heard the legend of Langkawi’s famous Mahsuri, I had of course taken that story with a big grain of salt. The colorful tale of a beautiful maiden falsely […]