I traveled to Bako National Park in the hope of seeing the bizarre Proboscis monkey in the wild. I saw these and a whole lot more
Category: Malaysia
My love letter to George Town
This is a break from usual style of posts to express my feelings for a place I spent so much time at — George Town, Malaysia
Semenggoh Nature Reserve: Seeing Orangutans in Borneo
In Borneo I finally had the chance to get up close to some orangutans at Semenggoh Nature Reserve
Gunung Mulu National Park: A Natural Wonder of the World
While in Borneo I desperately wanted to visit one of the national parks. So I stumped up the money and flew into Gunung Mulu. The experience was more mind-blowing than I'd ever imagined
Ipoh white coffee, street art and kaya puffs
Ipoh would be the last stop before my journey took a drastically different course. But first, I needed to try a unique cup of coffee.
Chinese New Year in Penang: An unexpected ending
Chinese New Year is a time of reverence. Or, that's what I expected. As usual, what I found surprised me...
Morning in Penang: Torture, roti and teh tarik
After Laos I felt exhausted. I'd been six months on the road and wanted a rest. So I returned to Penang, the land of divine food. The plan seemed great. But I hadn't factored in the heat.
Koh Lanta to Penang: How to get there cheap
Looking for the cheapest way from Koh Lanta to Penang? My detailed guide will show you how to save at least 400 baht on the journey. Read to find out more.
Cameron Highlands: Heaven and Hell
It's rare that I'll say I hate a place, but Cameron Highlands earned it. Why then does it still deserve a visit?
Penang food guide: 15 must-try dishes
Penang has some of the best food in Asia. In fact, there's so much good food that it's overwhelming. To remedy this, here are 15 choices for getting started.