Author: Warren
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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 traditional charm without overspending. Known for its historic atmosphere, Asakusa is home to Tokyo’s oldest temple, Senso-ji, a must-see attraction that’s free to visit. It is a terrific starting point for…
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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 was one of the best neighborhoods in Tokyo for budget accommodations. Today, it’s still true. Hopefully, this blog post is helpful enough to convince you to find a budget 3 star…
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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. Where I shared my knowledge and experiences about running a coffee business as a foreigner. That blog post was written almost 10 years ago. I update it once in a while…
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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 half my life and counting. So people ask me: Is Bangkok safe? How easy is it to get around Bangkok? Are Thai taxis really that bad? What Bangkok scams should I…
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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 people that for me, KL is a culinary goldmine. I can find my favorite foods, Malay, Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern staples at prices I think are quite reasonable. I only…
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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, convenient for travel, food, and an overall full Japanese travel experience. Shinjuku district has everything you’ll love and or were interested in Japan in the first place. The wonderful culture, the…
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Where to Stay in Bangkok for Foodies
Where to Stay in Bangkok – A Guide for Foodies – Huai Khwang This is a guide for all the die-hard foodies looking for delicious local Thai eats in Bangkok. It is a recommended read for anyone familiar with traveling around Bangkok. If this is your first visit to Bangkok check you’ll find this blog…
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New York Pizzas Getting Better in Bangkok
Best Pizza in Bangkok (According to an Actual New Yorker) See that photo above? That is me, and I am addicted to New York pizza. But I wasn’t in NYC when I took that photo. I wasn’t even in the USA. I was on the other side of the planet. Bangkok, Thailand, to be exact.…
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Swissotel Bangkok Ratchada Review
Swissotel Bangkok Ratchada Review, Thailand (***Updated 2025: Swissotel Bangkok Ratchada is now the Jubilee Prestige Hotel Ratchadapisek) I know a lot of first-time visitors to Bangkok want to experience staying at 5-star hotels. Because they know hotels in Thailand have a stellar reputation for affordability, with excellent quality and service. And they are right. The…
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Where to Stay Near Bangkok’s MBK Centre
These Are the Best Hotels Around MBK Shopping Center (Updated 2026) I’ve been living in Bangkok for 20 years. My friends always ask me where to stay around the Mahbunkhrong Center (MBK Center) because they’re looking for tasty food and convenient shopping. Most importantly, they want to stay at a hotel in the center of Bangkok. I’ve…
