One of the highlights on our trip to Myanmar was visiting the village area of Pan Pet, where the mysterious Kayan women live. They are sometimes referred to as Padaung women, or the more descriptive, long neck tribe. Myanmar’s Kayan Long Neck Tribe The village of Pan Pet is located […]
Destinations
The Vibrant Springvale Market
Springvale Market is located in the south east suburb of Springvale, 23 kilometres from Melbourne’s Central Business District. Here you can access a huge variety of Vietnamese and other Asian produce, including fresh meat, seafood, fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices, as well as a huge range of household goods. Springvale […]
The Legend of Lellama – Negombo Fish Market
The Lellama – the place of bargain Our trip to the main Negombo fish market had started the previous day. We were trying to book a tuk tuk to pick us up at 4.30am and the driver was telling us that the fish market didn’t open until 8.00am. I didn’t […]
10 Awesome Things to do in Mirissa
Mirissa is a beautiful beach town at the southern tip of Sri Lanka. You can find a variety of things to do in Mirissa or, if you have the time and energy, take a day trip to one of the surrounding towns. We based ourselves in Mirissa for a few […]
7 Must Try Food Experiences In Kuala Lumpur
Food experiences in Kuala Lumpur. From street food, bustling markets, and local and regional specialties to fusion cooking worldwide. Cheap and with high hygienic standards, Kuala Lumpur will keep your hunger satisfied without hurting the wallet. Food Experiences in Kuala Lumpur Jalan Alor: Top Food Experiences in Kuala Lumpur If […]
2 or 3 Weeks in Sri Lanka Itinerary – a Magical Journey
2 or 3 weeks in Sri Lanka Itinerary Sri Lanka is simply awesome. From deserted beaches, wildlife parks, and whale watching, through to timeless ruins, delicious food, and scenic train rides. Whether you are spending 2 or 3 weeks in Sri Lanka, you will have plenty of options to have […]
5 Must Visit Markets in Penang
Visiting markets in Penang became an almost daily event on our most recent visit. There is such a wide variety that each market has its own point-of-difference. Whether a bustling “wet” market, a Penang flea market, a Penang souvenir market, experiencing Malaysia’s hawker food at one of the Penang night […]
Penang’s Tropical Spice Garden
The Tropical Spice Garden had been high on my list of places to visit when planning my recent trip to Penang. I had read about the cooking classes, the café, and the tours of the gardens which made it sound like it would be quite a pleasant day out. […]
Chowrasta Market, Penang’s famous 19th Century Institution
Chowrasta Market, also known as Chowrasta Bazaar, is a famous Penang institution that has been around since the late 19th century. Housed inside a recently renovated building, with a façade that reminds me of a 1960s council building, the market is a hive of activity with a few interesting points […]
13 Famous Must-try Penang Hawker Food
When it comes to the famous must-try Penang hawker food, there is no shortage of quality options available. As a result, the competition is fierce which means the quality of dishes is outstanding. As I’ve written before, to help me research this important topic, I joined the “Penang Hawker Food” […]