WALLY’S TRAVEL JOURNAL

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Stories from Asia.

Personal travel guides, honest hotel reviews, and local food worth the detour.


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From the Journal

  • What’s the Best Way to Travel from Kuala Lumpur to Penang and Back

    Let’s be more exact. What’s the fastest, cheapest, and most comfortable way to travel between Kuala Lumpur and Penang—and back? If it’s your first…

  • Where to Stay in Penang For First Epic Visit to Malaysia

    With My Penang Hotel Reviews Suppose you’ve checked out my excellent blog post on where to stay in Kuala Lumpur for your first epic…

  • Best Kid Friendly Hotels in Central Bangkok (Updated 2026)

    The Ultimate Guide to Family Hotels in Bangkok Whether you’re in Bangkok for a short trip or longer, my recommended family-friendly hotels in the…

  • Best Pattaya Family Friendly Hotels

    Best Pattaya Family Friendly Hotels

    Best Pattaya Family Friendly Hotels For First Time Visitors With my daughter quickly growing up and developing a deep love for travel, we often…

  • Asakusa Nakimise Shopping Street

    Budget Asakusa Tokyo Hotels You’ll Enjoy

    On a Budget? Asakusa is Where You Want to Be in Tokyo Asakusa is an excellent area for budget travelers looking to experience Tokyo’s…

  • Best 3 Star Hotels in Ueno Tokyo

    Why Stay in Ueno District, Tokyo, Japan When I started traveling to Tokyo, Japan, many moons ago, my Japanese friends told me that Ueno…

  • I’m in the Coffee Trading Game in Thailand

    I’m in the Coffee Trading Game in Thailand One of my most popular blog posts is about starting a cafe business in Bangkok, Thailand.…

  • My Very Short Bangkok City Guide

    My Very Short Bangkok City Guide I’ve been breathing, eating, sleeping, and pooping in Bangkok for 25 years. That’s a long time, considering that’s…

  • Horlick Fried Chicken with Rice

    Kuala Lumpur Horlick Fried Chicken and Japanese Hamburg – Day One

    It’s always exciting to visit Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The diversity of flavorful foods in every direction of the city is spectacular. I always tell…

  • Best Hotels in Shinjuku for Your First Epic Visit Tokyo Japan

    There are many reasons to stay in Shinjuku, Tokyo, for your first visit to Japan. It’s one of the most popular areas in Tokyo,…

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