I left the cool temperature of the Cameron Highlands and soon enough I was back to the staggering over 35 degrees Celsius my body had been getting used to since I had come to Malaysia. I was excited - after Bangkok, which I loved, I was finally returning to a big city, where many of … Continue reading From Petronas to Chinatown: Navigating Kuala Lumpur’s Complex Charm
I took a bus from Georgetown to another British-named place in Malaysia—the Cameron Highlands. Nestled in the mountains, as the name Highlands denounces it, the journey was peaceful but windy when entering the mountain range. And if you aren't prone to motion sickness (as I am), you will enjoy some fantastic scenery from the window. … Continue reading Cameron Highlands: Tea Plantations and Unseen Realities
One of the best ways to explore the diverse culture of Georgetown is to use your taste buds. As you can imagine, the conflagration of multiple cultures with rich, delicious and unique cuisines has made it a destination for those who don't shy away from trying different foods. From Chinese to Indian, Malay and Nyonya … Continue reading Georgetown, Penang – a place for foodies, street art explorers & cat lovers
After three weeks of beach destinations, and my poor experience in Langkawi, I was incredibly excited to get to Penang and explore its UNESCO-listed capital, Georgetown. Yet, when I got there, my excitement was quickly abated by the suffocating heat. The sun here seemed to shine differently, in an aggressive way I hadn't experienced yet. … Continue reading Penang, Malaysia – Exploring Georgetown’s Heritage
Last year I quit my job and left London. The plan was to travel for a year, beginning January 2024, but I ended up coming back to the city a lot earlier than expected. I have been writing in here as regularly as possible about my travel experiences - some sort of travel diaries - … Continue reading Fall is to fall back in love with London
The Winged Bone 