There is something mildly off-putting about watching a zombie movie in the cabin of a ferry with rain and gray skies outside. But, I made it from Langkawi to Penang in one piece. Penang is another island off the coast of peninsular Malaysia. It’s probably most well-known for Georgetown, a UNESCO World Heritage Site town. I met up with my friend Nina in Penang, who … Continue reading Perfectly Photogenic Penang
My first stop after leaving Thailand was Langkawi, an island off the coast of peninsular Malaysia. It’s got all the island stuff you’d expect from an island in Southeast Asia. But since I was only there for a day, I didn’t spend much time on the beach. The Langkawi cable car takes you to the top of Gunung Machinchang, the second highest peak in Langkawi. … Continue reading Always climb to the top
Co-written by Nina has we enjoy a mid afternoon glass of wine in a cutesy cafe. Visit any tourist attraction in Southeast Asia and you’ll notice one common factor: it’s all about the photo op. You’ve gotta have the right lighting, the right pose, the right smile (or duck face), and the right outfit. Usually it’s a boy friend or husband taking pics of his … Continue reading The most Asian thing we’ve ever done
Another 60 days, another visa run. Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia, reminds me of Bangkok: over-developed and hectic. So many people from so many places. KL, as it is often called, blends Chinese, Indian, Arab, and indigenous influences into one big multi-lingual, multi-cultural city. Pros: I ate some awesome Indian food, falafel, and shawarma! People say, and I think it’s true, that NYC is always … Continue reading The Cool Kids Call it KL
