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Yellow Boat Tour: See Dubai from another perspective

To be honest, I typically don’t go on these boat tours because I expect them to be a dinky lame cruise where the boat just lazily floats along the marina. Thankfully, my friend urged me to check out the Yellow Read more…


Dubai Desert Safari: The best adventure you could ask for

Ever wanted to play in a desert wonderland? Dubai Desert Safari gives you that chance!


Abu Dhabi: A five step guide on how to make an Abu Dhabi day trip worthwhile

If you’re in Dubai for a couple of days and wondering if you should head to Abu Dhabi, I’d say go for it! Take note, you’d probably need to allot a full day for Abu Dhabi (or maybe two), depending Read more…


A travel and food guide to Malaysia’s hidden jewel: Penang

Penang – the hidden jewel of Malaysia (completely coined by me). But I say this with all honesty, I absolutely loved Penang – with its artistic street murals adorning the UNESCO Heritage town to the mouth-watering culinary delights, Penang was Read more…


What to do when in Kuala Lumpur, including day trips

I lived in KL for close to ~8 months, so I know the city a fair bit – or at least I like to think so. Having said that, I’ve compiled a list of places to check out when in Read more…


Day trip from KL: Discovering the hidden treasures of Melaka

On a chill weekend, I decided that I should probably check out Melaka – for three reasons: It’s a UNESCO world heritage site and is just brimming with local culture and architecture Food is good, and ‘unique.’ I’d been to Read more…


Day trip from KL: What to expect from Batu Caves

The site of a Hindu temple and a shrine, Batu Caves attracts thousands of tourists and worshipers annually from all over the globe. Its main attraction is the golden statue of a Hindu God at the entrance, as well as Read more…


Day trip from KL: Putrajaya’s architectural wonders

Putrajaya is Malaysia’s administrative capital aka where their government sits. Doesn’t sound promising as a tourist destination? You’re wrong! Because, my dear readers, Putrajaya is a futuristic architectural wonderland! Don’t believe me? Read on and flick through my photos – Read more…


Eating my way through Kuala Lumpur – top picks!

If there’s one thing Malaysia does well (not saying this is the only thing), it’s their yummy yummy food! I wasn’t supposed to write a separate blog post just for food, but realized what a disservice that would be as THE Read more…