Without going into the details of Malaysia’s Ramadan fasting month and what it means for Muslims, I will say there is a lot of food involved (between fasting). For non-Muslims, if you aren’t fortunate enough to be officially invited to a traditional ‘break fast’ (buka puasa), you can still experience some of the cultural aspects […]
Kota Kinabalu and My Discoveries in the Land Below the Wind
There’s more to Sabah, Malaysia than rainforests, orangutans and mountain gods. The many things to do in Kota Kinabalu alone is evidence that it’s just the tip of the state’s jungle-clad destination iceberg. Like meeting new people, first impressions of a new destination weigh heavily in my initial decision as to whether I like a […]
7 Unique Southeast Asia Museums You Should Not Miss
Southeast Asia is no stranger to museums of all shapes and sizes. From government sponsored institutions to labor of love community or privately sponsored venues. The significance being that these Southeast Asia museums tell stories which are important to particular areas. Stories that communities want to have remembered. Perhaps in some cases, governments are unwilling […]
Palace of the Golden Horses: One of a Kind Hotel
The front entrance of Selangor’s Palace of the Golden Horses hotel is unexpected to say the least. New arrivals are greeted by the hotel’s golden namesake statue/art instillation of gilded stallions racing full speed ahead across the property. Pulling behind them the golden cart of a young girl. The girl appears anxious to get to […]
Must Try Night Market Food In Langkawi
Writing about Malaysia’s diverse cuisine takes more expertise than one might expect. Writing about Langkawi night market food is no small undertaking either. My own personal knowledge has certainly improved since my first night market visit years ago, but there is still so much to learn. Traveling through Malaysia you’ll find that names, recipes and […]
13 Must-Try Traditional Malaysian Desserts
They say eat like a local, and boy howdy, can I do that. Especially when it comes to traditional Malaysian desserts in Langkawi, Malaysia. However, I didn’t become a Langkawi dessert connoisseur overnight. It took time. From abandoning the desperate, expatriate search for my beloved Fig Newtons and Moon Pies to accepting my fate of […]
Langkawi’s Best Waterfront Watering Holes
When it comes to Langkawi waterfront restaurants and bars, the island has plenty. But when it comes to places to have a bite to eat and a beverage of your particular ‘choice’, then the selections can vary greatly. From limited beverages choices to inconsistent hours of operation or indifferent customer service and uncomfortable local cliques. […]