What comes to mind when you think of Germany ? World-famous car manufacturers ? WWII History ? or German beer and sausages ? These are the things I think of before I had the chance to visit Germany. Out of my 34 days in Europe, 13 days were spent in Germany, which allowed me to travel deep, and see a lot more than that. From magnificent castles to fairytale towns to pristine countryside sceneries, it was a trip to be remembered for a lifetime. Continue reading
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26 Intriguing Buildings To See On a Taiping Heritage Trail
If a city without old buildings is like a man without memories, then Taiping would be a man full of vibrant memories. Once a mining town that was the capital of Perak from 1875 – 1937, Taiping was also one of the very first cities to be established in Malaysia. Naturally it has many historical buildings, whether built by the British for municipal uses, or built by the different communities in Taiping. Many of these buildings are more than 100 years old and are also Malaysia’s “firsts” to be built. Continue reading
Babi Guling Pak Dobiel @ Bali, Indonesia
When you are in Bali, Babi Guling is the one food that you absolutely must try. You can’t leave Bali without trying because it’s pretty much equivalent to visiting Penang and not eating char koay teow. The ubiquitous babi guling, or roast suckling pig, is commonly found in small stalls known as “warung”. The most famous one would be Ibu Oka in Ubud, popularised by Anthony Bourdain when he did a TV show on it. Continue reading
Kuala Sangga Fishing Village @ Kuala Sepetang, Taiping, Malaysia
Kuala Sangga (老港漁村) is a tiny little fishing village 30 minutes of boat ride away from Kuala Sepetang. Kuala Sangga was established in the 1890’s and today it has about 40 – 50 families living in the village. The village is so small that it will take you less than 20 minutes to walk from one end to the other. To get there, get a boat ride from one of the many boat ride providers at Kuala Sepetang’s port as it is only rechable by boat. Continue reading
Sun Rise @ Sungai Lembing, Pahang, Malaysia
Watching sun rise @ Sungai Lembing is an activity that you absolutely cannot miss. It only takes about 40 minutes to hike up Panorama Hill to see the rewarding view.
Top 6 “Must-Do” Things in Langkawi, Malaysia
Langkawi is a favorite destination for everyone. Who doesn’t love a gorgeous island with lush greeneries and pristine waters ? Check out this list of Top 6 “Must-Do” Things if you are visiting Langkawi and make sure you don’t miss any of them ! Continue reading
Top 6 Things to Do in Bandung @ Indonesia
Located in the highlands, the diverse city of Bandung keeps everyone happy with its cool climate, street food, beautiful sceneries and lots of shopping. Here is a list of Top 6 Things to Do in Bandung. Continue reading
Top 10 Things to Do in Yogyakarta @ Indonesia
Yogyakarta is an amazing city with plenty of things to do. It is not only the heart of Javanese culture, it is also the place where you see Buddhism and Hinduism at its best. Magnificent ancient temples and royal temples will dazzle you; while cultural dances and traditional activities will win your heart. Here is a list of Top Ten Things To Do in Yogyakarta which you could consider for a 5 – 7 days stay in Yogyakarta. Continue reading
Mount Bromo @ Indonesia – Tips & Tricks
Visiting Mount Bromo in Indonesia was a fascinating experience for me. The active volcano sits amidst a sandy plain that’s the result of its own volcanic dust, forming a dessert-like landscape beneath the volcano. Combined with jeep tours and horse riding, visiting Mount Bromo was like going on a safari expedition. Continue reading
Bali Itinerary – Best of Bali @ Indonesia
A trip to Bali guarantees a perfect getaway. With Bali’s exotic Hindu temples, beaches, paddy fields and spas, Bali is undeniably fascinating and it’ll be love at first sight. See the Bali Itinerary below to help you plan your trip. Continue reading