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My collection of travel writings, hotel reviews. And food, I almost forgot food.
Maldive Beach Resort Review in Chanthaburi, Thailand
A Cozy 3 Star Hotel on Chao Lao Beach in Chanthaburi, Thailand If you're looking for a beach getaway side trip from Bangkok, look no further than Chanthaburi (จันทบุรี, pronounced Jantaburee) province. By car you'll find one of the nicest and cleanest beaches...
Ratchada Bangkok – A Guide for the Night Owls
Ratchada Bangkok - The Best Area to Stay in Bangkok for 24 Hour Cafés and Food Not too long ago I wrote a post on the best areas to stay in Bangkok for first time visitors here. In this post I'll point out which is the best area in Bangkok to stay for the night owls....
3 Best Areas to Stay in Osaka for Your First Epic Visit to Japan
3 Best Areas to Stay in Osaka for First Time Visitors (With a List of Recommended Osaka Hotels) After visiting Osaka for so many years I've now narrowed down 3 of the best areas to stay in Osaka for first time visitors. And I'm strictly writing this from my own past...
A Day Trip in Osaka – The Nation’s Kitchen
A Quick Osaka City and Eating Guide from the Wayfaring Soul I love wandering around Osaka, Japan because it's a huge city with so much space to get lost in. It's got a great energy with a unique mix of beautiful architecture. And then there's the food! Oh my god the...
A Short Day Trip to Wakayama City in Japan
Why visit Wakayama (和歌山市 Wakayama-shi) City? If you've read my day trip to Suwon post you'll know I have a soft spot for quick getaways from popular city destinations. In this instance my wife and I was searching for a day trip from Osaka which we were based for this...
Traveling from Kobe to Kansai International Airport Via High Speed Ferry
The Fastest and Cheapest Way to Kobe from Kansai International Airport and Back If you're planning on visiting Kobe after landing at Kansai International Airport there's a super deal for the high speed ferry that will zip you to Kobe in no time. Hopping on these fast...
Tips and Advice on Booking Your Phuket Island Tours
From Where to Book Your Phuket Tours to the All Important Travel Insurance in Thailand Is it cheaper to book tours when I set foot on Phuket Island? Should I book Phuket tours in advance? If you've asked both questions then you are essentially wondering what's the...
Eating My Way through Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The Best Eats in Kuala Lumpur Are Served on Plastic Bowls and Metal Trays... Being based in Bangkok, Thailand with so many countries and cities I can choose to visit frequently, here are some reasons why I chose Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia as the place I go time and time...
Where to Stay in Seoul for Your First Epic Trip to South Korea
BEST HOTELS IN SEOUL FOR FIRST-TIME VISITORS TO SOUTH KOREA I know how you feel. I was also super excited when I bought my first plane ticket to South Korea. And it was going to be my first time in Seoul. To start, I didn't know where the best neighborhoods in Seoul...
Kwai Tara Riverside Villas Review
A Popular 3 Star Hotel Along the River Kwai Kanchanaburi This month my wife and I decided to head over to the province of Kanchanaburi for a week. One of Thailand's most well known scenic and natural province. Kanchanaburi's center is approximately 2 hours and 40...
Visiting Qatar – Passing Time in Doha
Things to Do in Doha The State of Qatar gave me my first taste of the middle east. It's a territory I have never been to. But always wanted to visit. While searching for things to do in Qatar here on the internet, I was surprised to see that there's... well not much...
Emerald Cove Hotel Koh Chang Review
The Emerald Cove - A Five Star Hotel on Klong Prao Beach Koh Chang A few weeks ago my wife and I drove down to Koh Chang, a popular island destination located in the gulf of Thailand's Trat province. We were excited because we had booked the 5 star rated Emerald Cove...
Opening a Coffee Shop in Thailand
Starting a Café Business Could Be One Way You Can Enjoy Living in Thailand... I know a lot of foreigners who plan on opening a business in Thailand don't know what to start at first. Coffee shops or cafés are a good choice because of its perceived simplicity. And who...
Nine Tree Hotel Myeongdong Seoul Review
Nice Little Hotel in Seoul - Not Expensive but Not Cheap Either The Nine Tree Hotel is located in Myeongdong. One of my favorite fun neighborhoods in Seoul. Not only can I find great Korean restaurants, but also the nicest affordable hotels in South Korea's capital...
How I Stopped an Ant Home Invasion in Thailand
HAVE AN ANT PROBLEM IN THAILAND? HERE'S WHAT WORKED FOR ME Even If You Don't Live in Thailand My wife and I recently bought a home in the suburbs of Bangkok. After living in apartments and condos for years, one thing I thought I would never have to deal with is an ant...
My Obsession with Chilli Pan Mee
Digging Into Malaysia's Famous "Chilli Pan Mee" I came across my first ever bowl of Chilli Pan Mee when I went on a "Shutter Therapy" with Robin Wong. That was a few years ago. Since then I have made it a mission to get myself a nice bowl of traditional Malaysian...
Return to Suwon in South Korea
And a Much Anticipated Visit to Suwon's Fried Chicken Street (수원 통닭거리) After my first ever Suwon day trip from Seoul last year I was so excited to go back as soon as I could. As much as I enjoyed exploring Suwon's Hwaseong Palace (화성행궁) and its magnificent fortress, I...
The Cicada Market Hua Hin
The Cicada Market - A Place You'll Enjoy Even When You Hate Shopping... But that's just me. I'm a big grump when it comes to shopping. However I do love taking a stroll through any of Thailand's famous night markets like Bangkok's Talad Liab Duan. And certainly around...
Escape Hua Hin Hotel Review
I'm Going to Regret Reviewing the Escape Hua Hin Hotel... Why? Because there's a chance there will be more people looking to book this hotel and I won't be able to get a room. That's how much I like the Escape Hua Hin. But regardless, here I go. Hua Hin is one of my...
A Few Days in Singapore
I often travel to Singapore because it's not far away from Thailand. But like what most people say, Singapore ain't such a big place. And as much as I hate to say, not much to do for a middle aged traveler like me. There's Universal Studios Singapore. But even then...