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
Whilst the main attraction of Chiang Mai is definitely its temples, one of the best things to do here is to simply allow yourself to wander (with a hat, sunscreen, in the shadow and lots of water) and see where it takes you. Personally, I wouldn’t call the old city of Chiang Mai charming. It’s … Continue reading Walking the streets of Chiang Mai’s Old Town & Surprise Flower Festival
The Winged Bone 