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My collection of travel writings, hotel reviews. And food, I almost forgot food.
How is the Virus Affecting Thailand (Is it Safe?)
HOW SAFE IS THAILAND REALLY? Should I Still Visit - Here's My Short Answer Assuming that your plane ticket and hotels are non-refundable and you're planning to visit Thailand between April to July, I think you'll be fine. As long as you don't have any serious...
BANGKOK’S NEW JJ GREEN 2 NIGHT MARKET
BANGKOK'S NEW JJ GREEN 2 NIGHT MARKET - IS IT SAME AS THE OLD?When the original location of the iconic JJ Green Market closed down in late 2019, a noticeable grumble was heard throughout Bangkok.I was one of the many voices that cried out, noooooo! This can't be...
Centara Q Rayong Resort Review
Centara Q Rayong Resort - Small Quiet Semi-Private Beach at an Affordable Price in Thailand One of the best things about living in Bangkok is that you can take a road trip to some of the best beach resorts. Which is one of the main reasons why I decided to settle down...
Veranda Resort Hua Hin Cha Am Review
A LITTLE FAR FROM HUA HIN CITY CENTER... BUT IT'S REALLY NICE... Last week my wife and I traveled to Hua Hin with a couple of her friends visiting from the UK. Because we prefer staying at hotels and resorts near beaches in Hua Hin we did a little bit of searching....
The Must Visit Spots in Chatuchak Weekend Market
The Quick Guide to Bangkok's Chatuchak Weekend Market if You're Short on Time... If you want to check out Chatuchak (or Jatujak also JJ Market; Thai: จตุจักร) in Bangkok and you don't have a lot of time, I'm going to show you where you should go to pick up unique Thai...
5 Shopping Tips at Bangkok’s MBK Mall
When you are visiting Bangkok there's a very good chance you'll be popping into MBK Centre (Mahboonkrong) since it is one of the most well known shopping centers in Bangkok. Mainly because for tourists MBK is easy to find. Right next to MBK is National Stadium BTS Sky...
Guide to Visiting Taipei, Taiwan for the First Time
The One and Only Taipei for First Time Visitors Guide You'll Ever Need If you're planning a trip to Taipei, Taiwan for the first time, you're in the right place. I'll point out the single best area to stay in Taipei for sightseeing plus five popular and affordable...
Where to Stay in Bangkok for Your First Epic Visit in Thailand
5 Best Areas in Bangkok for First Time Visitors - With Recommended Bangkok Hotels If you've never traveled to Thailand before and want to know where are the best areas to stay in Bangkok (กรุงเทพมหานคร) for your first visit then you've come to the right place. With a...
Where to Stay in Tokyo for Your First Epic Visit to Japan
Best 6 Areas in Tokyo with Recommended Hotels to Stay for Your First Visit in Japan I chose Tokyo as the first city to stay during my very own first visit to Japan. And I'm willing to bet that Tokyo will be your first stop in Japan as well. But Tokyo is comprised of...
Where to Stay in Kobe (神戸) For Your First Epic Visit to Japan
It is written that Kobe, Japan is only worth a day trip visit from Osaka and Kyoto. I say how dare they. Have they ever visited Sannomiya? The magnificent port city of Kobe, in its own right, is a city that deserves at least several overnight stays. And on this post,...
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and Maeklong Railway Train Market
Half Day Trip to Two of Bangkok's Nearest Tourist Attractions - Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong Market Finally, I went somewhere in Thailand I'd thought I'd never visit. It was a half day tour of Damnoen Saduak Floating Market (ตลาดน้ำดำเนินสะดวก ราชบุรี) and Maeklong...
Philippine Air – JFK to BKK Economy Review
Who Says Flying Economy Has to Be Uncomfortable Not Philippine Airlines. Okay, so I've flown economy twice this year with them. First was from Bangkok with a 16 hour layover in Manila Airport then finally to New York City. Finally I can make a review of Philippine...
AWA Resort Review in Koh Chang, Thailand
AWA Resort Koh Chang Review It's been a long while since I've written a hotel review in Thailand. So I'm super excited to share my experience staying at AWA Resort Koh Chang. My wife and I were planning to drive from Bangkok to Koh Chang for a week. And her friend...
Small Business Ideas in Thailand That Might Work Well in 2020
A Foreigner's Guide to Starting a Small Business in Thailand - As Written By an Actual Foreigner Living in Thailand A hot topic today for long stayers in Thailand is what type of business one should start if one is up to the task. After writing this post about...
China’s Canton Fair Travel Tips For First Time Visitors
Guide to Buying Wholesale in China's Canton Fair So you want to start an E-commerce business, eh? Maybe you're making some decent bank from the drop shipping biz. And now you want a direct link to a Chinese factory for maximum profits. Even if your goal is to open a...
Where to Stay in New York City for Your First Epic Visit on a Budget
Written By a Guy Actually from New York City Planning on visiting New York City but don’t know where to stay for your first visit? The answer is easy. Look for a hotel in Manhattan’s Chinatown. I’ll tell you the reasons why Chinatown is the best area in the entire New...
16 Hour Layover Inside Manila’s Airport
And a Review of Philippine Airlines Flight 733 From Bangkok to Manila to JFK Have you ever wondered whether Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) is safe or not? How about what it's like to fly Philippine Airlines from Bangkok to JFK with a 16-hour...
My First Trip to Guangzhou, China
I've never been to China before. So my first ever trip to Guangzhou (广州市), China is a milestone for me. If this will be your first trip to Guangzhou too I'm going to show you what you can expect through my experiences. From traveling to Guangzhou Baiyun international...
My Experience Applying for China Visa in Bangkok, Thailand
Applying for a Chinese visa in Bangkok could be smooth sailing. Or a total nightmare. That's depending on where you're getting your information from. Because I'm heading to Guangzhou (广州市), China to check out the 124th Canton Fair for business and to eat some dim sum....
Where to Stay in Hua Hin Beach for the First Time in Thailand
BEST HUA HIN BEACH HOTELS FOR FIRST TIME VISITORS Need help with finding the best Hua Hin beach hotels in Thailand? I have just the right hotels by the beach you're looking for. Including my personal reviews and cost. Hua Hin may not be as developed as Bangkok but it...