Say the words, ‘Southeast Asia‘ and you’ll draw mental imagery of long-tail boats, white sand beaches, lazy rivers and rolling mountains, gorgeous temples, flaming street food, scooters on every corner, thundering waterfalls, lush rainforests, and ruins of civilisations past. It’s a part of the world that can overwhelm first time visitors with how much there … Continue reading The Ultimate 3 Month Guide to Experiencing Southeast Asia
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An Unforgettable Two Weeks Exploring Southeast Asia
Say the words, ‘Southeast Asia‘ and you’ll draw mental imagery of long-tail boats, white sand beaches, lazy rivers, rolling mountains, gorgeous temples, flaming street food, scooters on every corner, thundering waterfalls, lush rainforests, and ruins of civilisations past. It’s a part of the world that can overwhelm first time visitors with how much there is … Continue reading An Unforgettable Two Weeks Exploring Southeast Asia
5 Places in Southeast Asia I Fell for Head Over Heels
Say the words, 'Southeast Asia' and you'll draw mental imagery of long-tail boats, white sand beaches, lazy rivers and rolling mountains, gorgeous temples, flaming street food, scooters on every corner, thundering waterfalls, lush rainforests, and ruins of civilisations past. It's a part of the world that can overwhelm first time visitors with how much there … Continue reading 5 Places in Southeast Asia I Fell for Head Over Heels
Everything You Must See & Do in Penang, Malaysia
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO PENANG Killer street food, mountains and sea views, a plethora of cool cafes, brillant, interactive street art, and a thriving culture. No reason comes to mind you shouldn't visit Penang, Malaysia. In so many ways, it's the best of both worlds. Since being designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in … Continue reading Everything You Must See & Do in Penang, Malaysia
The Best Street Art in SE Asia, Found in Penang
A GUIDE TO THE BEST STREET ART IN PENANG Since being designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2008, Penang has done a fantastic job blending the old with the new. Walking down the old streets of George Town, you'll see crumbling, pastel buildings, eclectic street art, sacred temples, modern cafes, and local markets. … Continue reading The Best Street Art in SE Asia, Found in Penang
8 Cafes You Can’t Miss in Penang, Malaysia
A GUIDE TO CAFES IN PENANG Coming to Penang felt like a breath of fresh air. After three intense weeks travelling Manila, Taipei and Seoul, I needed to slow down and chill out. Getting sick was all the affirmation I needed of this being the case. I spent my first two days in Penang barely … Continue reading 8 Cafes You Can’t Miss in Penang, Malaysia
Off the Tourist Track: Visiting the Federal Territory Mosque in Kuala Lumpar
VISITING THE FEDERAL TERRITORY MOSQUE IN KUALA LUMPAR Living in London for several years and having the rest of Europe at my doorstep meant I was constantly on the move- travelling to new cities to discover new-to-me cultures, cuisines, drinks, and of course, historical landmarks. In Europe, this often meant visiting at least one cathedral … Continue reading Off the Tourist Track: Visiting the Federal Territory Mosque in Kuala Lumpar
Three Places to Find Excellent Coffee in Kuala Lumpar
THE BEST PLACES FOR COFFEE IN KUALA LUMPAR When the cold brew in a city is so good, it has you envisioning trips back to drink more of it, you know it's good. Before visiting Kuala Lumpar, capital of Malaysia, I knew it was a melting pot of culture with a vibrant mix of Malay, … Continue reading Three Places to Find Excellent Coffee in Kuala Lumpar
What I Wish I Brought to Backpack SE Asia
As a follow-up to sharing what I packed to backpack SE Asia, this is a post about what I wished I'd packed. Thankfully, it's not much different from what I packed but if I could do it all again, I'd make one big change: I'd choose a 40L bag vs. a 55L one. I was … Continue reading What I Wish I Brought to Backpack SE Asia
5 Things You Must Do in Kuala Lumpar
Famed for its skyscrapers and shopping malls, Kuala Lumpar (KL) is the capital of Malaysia. It's a melting pot of culture with a vibrant mix of Malay, Indian, Thai and Chinese. The food is fantastic and there's no shortage of things to do. Recommendations in this post for 5 things to do in Kuala Lumpar … Continue reading 5 Things You Must Do in Kuala Lumpar