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Shopping in Bandung at Paris Van Java MallParis Van Java - Street shopping area Paris Van Java Shopping Mall in Bandung is one of the popular shopping spots for the locals and also tourist. Located at Jalan Setiabudi, everyone and anyone in Bandung knows about PVJ as the locals call it. The name Paris Van Java came about because back in the day, Bandung was know as the Paris …
Nasi Lemak at Adam Road Food Court SingaporeAdam Park Food Court - Selera Rasa Nasi Lemak stall signNasi Lemak in Singapore, who would know that there is great nasi lemak after all in Singapore. After over 12 visits to the little republic in just 3 years, I should highlight this here because most Malaysians would always complain that there is no good food in Singapore. Well …
Charlie Brown 'Snoopy'Cafe in Hong KongCharlie Brown Cafe is located on Cameron Road in Tsim Sha Tsui in Hong Kong. How did I come across this place? Well, we (Lilian and me) were actually exploring Tsim Sha Tsui one evening and we chanced upon this cute Snoopy cafe from about 500 meters away. Without hesitation, Lilian could not resist and we had to go in and see what the …
Paya Beach ResortTioman Island Paya Beach Resort in Tioman Island is one of the popular resorts located at Kampung Paya which is right in the middle between all the other villages. The beauty about this resort is that it is located strategically between mangrove and sea. Getting here is fairly simple as the ferry service from Mersing would make various stops along all the …
Sarawak Teh C Peng / Teh Si Special / 3 Layer TeaSarawak, land of the Hornbill and some still call it Borneo. Famous for the rainforest, caves, laksa and the Teh C Peng Special. Other known names for this unique drink are Teh Si Ping Special, 3 Layer Tea.Created in Sarawak, you find this unique combination of brown sugar, evaporated milk and red tea which is a local …
Malibest ResortTreehouse Chaletsin LangkawiMalibest Resort which is located along Pantai Cenang (Cenang Beach) in Langkawi Island has unique Tree Top Chalets, just 4 units on the beach overlooking the Andaman sea. This is the only resort on the island that offers you tree top living on a beach. I could not help but stop to take a closer look at these chalet units while on my …
MATTA Fair 2009PWTC Kuala Lumpur: Day 2The MATTA Fair 2009 day two, which was on a Saturday (5th September) had double the crowd crammed into the Putra World Trade Center in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. People came in droves from all directions of the fair. You could see families, travelers, foreigners and even those fasting during the holy month of Ramadan. You see, the MATTA …
Bandung, Indonesia - Factory Outlet Shopping and moreIntorduction-Arrival-Transport/Taxi-HotelBandung Bandara Husein Sastranegara AirportBandung, Indonesia - A factory outlet shopping paradise for the ladies, men and kids. Located about 3 hours from Jakarta and accessible by flights and road..blah..blah..blah..population blah..blah.. weather..cooling..blah... ok ok. I will …
A popular Thai Food Restaurant in Section 5, Petaling JayaKhuntai Thai Restaurant - Great ambianceWhere do you find great Thai Food in Petaling Jaya or in the Klang Valley? Well, there is one Thai Restaurant called Khuntai Restaurant located in Petaling Garden for the old school pure P.J people or Section 5 for the new generation P.J peeps. Now, before I go on I would like …
HOTELS NEAR FACTORY OUTLETSIN BANDUNGRumah Mode (Pronounced Mo-Dey) Factory OutletMost travelers going to Bandung for the Factory Outlet Shopping will be usually via Air Asia taking the full hotel package. However, there will be those who choose to just buy the cheapest plane ticket and select their own place to stay in Bandung. So, here is a list of hotels I have compiled …
Rawa Safaris Resort at Pulau Rawa or Rawa IslandRawa Island - A beautiful unspoilt island Rawa Island or Pulau Rawa as the locals in Malaysia call it is located just off the coast of Mersing town in Johor, Malaysia. Not many people travel here due to one of the main factors which is the pricing. You see, most Malaysians like to go to Pulau Tioman for their holidays as they …
Smokehouse Hotel and Restaurant in Cameron HighlandsThe Smokehouse at Cameron HighlandsSmokehouse Hotel and Restaurant at Cameron Highlands is one of the must-visit places when up in the highlands. Built back in 1937 following the English Mock-Tudor architecture, this nostalgic place still remains as original as it was catering to the traveler seeking good old English charm …
Angkor Wat Angkor Wat, located in Siem Reap, Cambodia and also known it as one of the places you must go before you die and so I did. The place is absolutely amazing. If you think you have traveled and not been here, then you have not traveled until you visit Angkor Wat in Cambodia.The Angkor Wat is the epitome of the high classical style of Khmer architecture and it has …
Pulau Rawa or Rawa IslandRawa Island - The scene that will greet you on arrivalWhen you arrive at Rawa Island or Pulau Rawa, this is the view you are going to see. Well, provided the weather is great. I had made another posting about Rawa Island earlier but that was about the place and accommodation in general with contact info.Again, traveling to Pulau Rawa or Rawa Island is …
Nam Kee Best Chicken Rice in Singapore? Nam Kee Chicken Rice - Roast and White ChickenChicken Rice in Singapore, there must be hundreds of shops and stalls that sell this. traditional Chinese favourite dish. This one place called Nam Kee Chicken Rice Restaurant was recommended by a friend of a friend and is located at Upper Thompson Road in Singapore. Locals would also call …
Kadazandusun, Murut and Rungus Girls from Sabah, BorneoMonsopiad Cultural Village - Rungus women pose with their intricate beadworkOn my last trip to Sabah, I went to Monsopiad Cultural Village to experience the living museum of the Kadazandusun culture. The MCV is a really great place to learn and know about the Kadazandusun lifestyle, heritage and culture. They have live …
White Water Rafting at Padas RiverPadas River (Sungai Padas in Malay) is one of the top rafting sites which is located at Pangi which is near Tenom in Sabah, Malaysia. Traveling to the Padas White Water Rafting adventure will be best done by booking from your hotel or tour agent in Kota Kinabalu. They have full day trips here with prices starting from RM200.00 (USD$58.00) …
Famous Tenom Coffee in Sabah BorneoTenom Fat Choi Coffee Corner bungalowWhen you go for white water rafting in Padas, Sabah, you should make it a point to stop at Tenom town to try or buy the famous Fatt Choi Coffee. Some even call it Tenom Old Town Coffee while the locals will call it 'Kopi Tenom' in Malay. For coffee lovers, you will not want ot miss this chance when in …
HOTELS NEAR FACTORY OUTLETSIN BANDUNGRumah Mode (Pronounced Mo-Dey) Factory OutletMost travelers going to Bandung for the Factory Outlet Shopping will be usually via Air Asia taking the full hotel package. However, there will be those who choose to just buy the cheapest plane ticket and select their own place to stay in Bandung. So, here is a list of hotels I have compiled …
Hole In The WallRestaurant at Kilim RiverGeopark LangkawiThe Hole In The Wall floating restaurant and fish farm is one of the must visit places when in Langkawi. As strange as it sounds, I was pretty much impressed with the catchy name of the place. This attraction is located along the Kilim River where the Eagle Feeding and Geopark tours are conducted and is a major tourist … 



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