A Photo Walk Through the Rice Fields of Ubud
by“Yo, what’s down there?” I continued my climb back up the Tegalalang Rice Terrace not knowing this dumb question was directed at me. “Bro! What’s…
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Getting Fresh & Local at the Balinese Farm Cooking School
byI’ve been very lucky to take some seriously great cooking classes around the world. From Turkey to Thailand and Osaka to Kuala Lumpur, there…
Monkey See – A Photo Walk through Ubud’s Monkey Forest
byRelaxing wasn’t the only thing on my Ubud agenda. Between tea time at Villa Sabandari and strolling through the rice terraces, I went to…
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Bali Break – Kana Kuta Hotel Review
byTucked away from the crowded streets of Kuta is the friendliest oasis I have ever encountered – The Kana Kuta Hotel . This was my Bali…
72 hours in Singapore – What to See, Eat, and Drink
by3 days may not seem like a lot to explorer a new country but when you’re talking about a tiny nation like Singapore, it’s plenty. To ensure you…
Why Singapore has the Best Airport in the World
bySince 1999 Singapore has held the title of best airport in the world 6 times. It currently holds this title with consecutive years at the…
That Time I Tried Durian in Singapore
byI will try anything once. Durian was an exception as I had not intention of every trying it, until now. I managed to avoid…
Fun with Coffee in Singapore
byAs noted in my post on Singapore Cocktail Bars that are worth the price, in this city, finding value is key. A drink here is…
Uniquely Singapore Views – Where to Capture the Best Side of Singapore
bySingapore has no shortage of vantage points. From one of the world’s tallest Ferris wheels to the world’s highest craft brewery, it also has some…
4 Singapore Cocktail Bars Almost Worth the Price.
byFinding an overpriced drink in Singapore is as easy as ordering a drink in Singapore. To pay $20 plus for a drink at Singapore cocktail…
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Chinatown Food Adventures in Singapore
by“Who’s hungry?” questioned our Chinatown Food Adventures tour guide Renée. His smile was one you expect to find on a friend hosting a dinner party,…
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Preserving Singapore’s Heritage at the Naumi Liora Hotel
bySingapore is a tiny, ultramodern nation full of bright lights and worlds biggest. Although flashy and clean, if you look hard enough you will…
Concrete & Jungle – 72 hours in Kuala Lumpur
byKuala Lumpur truly is a city in a jungle. With a modern metropolis and lush surroundings, Malaysia’s capital is full of contrast. With only 72…
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A Taste of Malaysia – Lazat Cooking School Review
byHigh in the hills and not-so-deep in the jungles surrounding Kuala Lumpur you will find Lazat Cooking School, a unique and delicious way to…
Visiting Batu Caves From Kuala Lumpur
byI knew very little of Kuala Lumpur beyond image of a massive staircase leading to a cave. Next to it an equally massive golden…
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A Day with Kuala Lumpur Tours
byI knew very little about Malaysia’s capital city before arriving. Word-of-mouth had me envisioning a concrete jungle with tons of traffic and pushy people….
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Railay Beach Retreat – Great View Resort Review
byTucked away in the hills overlooking East Railay Beach you will find (if you look hard enough) the Railay Great View Resort. Unlike the…
Why I Passed on The Beach in Thailand
byConfession time. I have never seen Leo DiCaprio frolicking on The beach in Thailand nor have I read Alex Garland’s book of the same name….
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Escaping Krabi – Sand Sea Resort Review
byFrom the hordes of tourists to the honking taxies that come with them, my first visit to Krabi was a surprise. Gone were the…
Eat this: Burmese Dishes not to be Missed
byI made my way to Myanmar for its endless temples and friendly smiles. Finding out that Burmese dishes are delicious was a complete surprise. With my foodie…
Discovering Untouched Myanmar and Why you Need to Visit it Now
byMyanmar has only been open to tourism for a few years…and it shows. I’m not talking about the frequent blackouts, horse beaten dirt roads, or lack of…
Bagan by Sunrise or Sunset: Which is best?
byWhile touring the many temples of Myanmar I got to experience Bagan by sunrise and sunset. Which is better is a personal choice. For me,…
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An Amazing Bagan Resort Review
byWhen a hotel calls itself amazing, the bar is set a little higher. It’s instantly subjected to an expectation level, all because of its…
How to Tackle the Endless Temples in Bagan
byIf you have spent significant time in Asia, chances are you have seen your share of temples. Much like the churches in Europe, after…
How to get a Myanmar Visa in Bangkok
byOnce an untouched land by tourists, Myanmar is quickly becoming Southeast Asia’s not-so-hidden gem. Even with its rise in popularity, getting a Myanmar visa…