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My collection of travel writings, hotel reviews. And food, I almost forgot food.
My Favorite Food in Malaysia Roti Canai
GOING TO MALAYSIA? DON'T FORGET ROTI CANAI Malaysia has lots of amazing foods and variety, such as Indian, Chinese, Thai, and, of course, local Malay cuisine. I've been visiting Malaysia for over 10 years. Since then almost every morning for breakfast I have two flaky...
Where to Stay in Penang For First Epic Visit to Malaysia
Where to Stay in Penang For Your First Epic Visit to Malaysia Suppose you've checked out my awesome blog post on where to stay in Kuala Lumpur for your first epic visit to Malaysia. In that case, you might also consider visiting the beautiful island of Penang! Which I...
Budget Asakusa Tokyo Hotels You’ll Enjoy
3 Budget Asakusa Tokyo Hotels You'll Enjoy This shopping street called Nakamise leads up to the entrance of Sensoji Temple... On a Budget? Asakusa is the Place to Be Asakusa is an excellent area for budget travelers looking to experience Tokyo’s traditional charm...
My Very Short Bangkok City Guide
My Very Short Bangkok City Guide Bangkok's Popular 4-Headed Buddha 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...
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...
Where to Stay Near Bangkok’s MBK Centre
These Are the Best Hotels Around MBK Shopping Centre (Updated 2025) I've been living in Bangkok for 20 years. So my friends always ask me where they should stay around Mahbunkhrong Centre (MBK Centre) because they want to find tasty food and shops conveniently. Most...
Where to Stay in Huai Khwang, Bangkok
Huai Khwang Bangkok Intersection Best Hotels in Huai Khwang, Bangkok Recently a good friend of mine asked for hotel recommendations for his first trip to Bangkok, Thailand. He wanted a decent-quality hotel. Doesn't want to spend a lot of money. A nice buffet breakfast...
Rare Heritage House Penang Malaysia Review
Victoria Street Entrance I Stayed at Rare Heritage House in Penang, Here's My Review I gotta say Rare Heritage House Penang was one of the most interesting hotel stays I've had in Malaysia. I booked a deluxe room with king sized bed with a courtyard view. Didn't know...
Best Kid Friendly Hotels in Central Bangkok
BEST BANGKOK HOTELS FOR FAMILIES Whether you're in Bangkok for a short trip or longer, my recommended family-friendly hotels in the heart of Bangkok will be perfect for the little ones. While perfect for keeping the uncle no one talks about far from Bangkok's...
Best 3 Star Hotels in Ueno Tokyo
Best 3 Star Hotels Ueno District, Tokyo Why Stay in Ueno District in Tokyo When I started traveling to Tokyo, Japan many moons ago my Japanese friends told me Ueno was the best place in Tokyo for budget accommodations. Today, it's still a true statement. Hopefully,...
Kuala Lumpur Horlick Fried Chicken and Japanese Hamburg – Day One
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. Because...
New York Pizzas Getting Better in Bangkok
Best Pizza in Bangkok (According to an Actual New Yorker) Me, holding a slice of pizza in Bangkok 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...
Where to Stay in Pratunam Bangkok
Where to Stay in Pratunam, Bangkok With Pratunam Hotel Reviews Whether you are a honeymoon couple in Bangkok or especially a traveling family, Pratunam is a good area because a lot is going on around the area. It is well-developed with many restaurants and cafes. Many...
Dear Google Business Reviewer. Please be Responsible.
Having the power to write reviews for businesses, especially small mom and pop shops could be good. It could be especially bad as well. Here’s something to think about before giving that 1 star review.
The Best Way to Travel from Kuala Lumpur to Penang
What's the Best Way to Travel from Kuala Lumpur to Penang and Back Let's be more exact. What's the best, quickest, most affordable, or cheapest yet most comfortable way to travel from Kuala Lumpur to the island of Penang? And back. Yeah, I know. That one sentence has...
Best Pattaya Family Friendly Hotels
Best Pattaya Family Friendly Hotels For First Time Visitors Best Pattaya Family Friendly Hotels With my daughter quickly growing up and developing a deep love for travel, we often find ourselves visiting Thailand's seaside resort city of Pattaya. Living in Bangkok,...
I’m in the Coffee Trading Game in Thailand
I’m in the Coffee Trading Game in Thailand Raw Green Thai Coffee Beans 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...
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 overall full Japanese travel experience. Shinjuku district has everything you'll love and or was interested in...
Swissotel Bangkok Ratchada Review
Swissotel Bangkok Ratchada Review, Thailand 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...
Reviews of Hotels in Bangkok’s Chinatown
Street Vendor Bangkok Chinatown The Best Boutique Hotels and Hostels in Bangkok's Chinatown Bangkok has one of the largest Chinatowns in the world. And if you stay there you'll experience a vibrant neighborhood morning through night. In this post, you're going to find...