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My collection of travel writings, hotel reviews. And food, I almost forgot food.
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...
Kuala Lumpur’s Ever Evolving Bukit Bintang
Twice a year I make a trip to Malaysia's capital city Kuala Lumpur, usually staying for a week. I don't go there for business. And I don't go there for leisure. I just go to KL to eat. Kuala Lumpur is a easy 2 hours flight from Bangkok, Thailand. With another 30...
Back in Osaka 大阪市 Japan
With a Short Trip to One of My Most Favorite Spots in the World... Arashiyama! After staying a week in Kuala Lumpur and then back to Bangkok, a good buddy of mine I knew from my government contract days asked if I wanted to head over to Osaka for sushi. Why not? Osaka...
2016 Guide to Living in Bangkok
What to Think About Before Moving to Bangkok? There is no doubt Thailand is becoming a popular choice for foreigners to move to. Particularly to the capital city of Bangkok. I've seen it with my own eyes. Certain neighborhoods around my area have a lot more foreigners...
Izumi Hotel Bukit Bintang KL Review
The Izumi Hotel - Just One of Many Two Star Budget Hotels in KL I've come across the Izumi Hotel name quite a few times while searching for budget 2 star hotels in the Bukit Bintang neighborhood of Kuala Lumpur. So this time I decided to book a room at the Izumi...
Where to Find the Best Nail Salon Artists in Bangkok
Getting The Best Manicures, Pedicures, and Nail Art in Bangkok Small cozy local nail salon in Bangkok So how would I know which is the best nail salon in Bangkok? Okay, so if you don't already know by now I'm a guy. And I know nothing about nail salons. Or...
Strolling Through Seoul, South Korea
The Best Way to Explore Seoul is on Foot... Seoul is the best and easiest city to explore on foot. I have been visiting Seoul once every year for the past 5 years. It's my favorite city for stopover whenever I fly Korean Air from Bangkok to New York. Though to me,...
One Good Reason to Visit Sampeng Market in Bangkok
If You're Looking for Products to Buy and Sell Home, Go to Sampeng Market in Bangkok... I enjoy reading blogs about living in Thailand. And I've come across some very interesting posts about how tourists can make money while traveling around Thailand. But (and there...
All You Can Eat Seafood, BBQ and Beer in Huay Kwang, Bangkok
499THB Buffet at Yok Talay & BBQ House Including Beer... If you love fresh seafood buffets you grill on your own and a taste of Thailand's famous Moo Kata styled dining and unlimited beer you'll love this little restaurant I'm going to introduce near Huay Kwang, a...
Day Trip at Tam Coc, Vietnam
Tam Coc - A Nice Getaway from the Hustle and Bustle of Hanoi If you're staying in Hanoi for a little while, you're going to be craving for some wide-open green space. Luckily, Vietnam still has a lot of natural unspoiled scenery in Southeast Asia. And you'll find...