Best Gifts for Beach Lovers: 21 Mother’s Day Gifts Under $125
I recognize this blog is a bit of a departure from my usual posts, but sometimes it’s good to branch out a bit. Plus, it’s…
Travel, Tips, and Guides
Fruits of Malaysia: The Secret why Malaysians are so Beautiful
There are many local fruits of Malaysia, and I think I’ve tried them all. But the list of tropical fruits below has super-duper extra-fancy health-powers.…
Nomadic Matt Interview – Finding Balance and Why Home Isn’t a Dirty Word
Get excited my friends, because I have a treat for you! I normally interview other expats about their lives abroad, but today I have a…
Malaysia Short Getaway: 17 Unique Places for Your Next Staycation
Malaysia is full of wonders. But some of them take a lot of planning. These 17 spots are perfect for a Malaysia short getaway that…
Step Back in Time in Penang’s Most Eclectic Heritage-House Airbnb
Have you ever wondered what it was like to live in a refurbished shophouse of yesteryear Penang? Well, Mark and I got the chance when…
How to Get to Tioman Island: The Easy Way
Tioman is one of those islands that people dream about. The lush hilly interior pours into the crystal clear sea in an idyllic paradise. No…
How to Get to Perhentian Islands (Notes from the Road)
It all started with a 5:30 am wake up, which I was NOT happy about. As much as I want to be a morning person,…
Which Island is Best for a Short Getaway in Malaysia: Langkawi, Tioman, or Perhentian?
Malaysia is full of island paradises. Some are easier to get to, some are pretty commercial, and others are super remote. But the three most…
Cheong Fatt Tze – Blue Mansion: Should You Stay There?
The other day for our 17th anniversary, Mark and I decided to do something different, and the Cheong Fatt Tze Blue Mansion Hotel was calling…
My Ultimate Penang Itinerary: What to Do in Penang in 3 Days
Penang had me at hello. I didn’t want to like it. I certainly didn’t want to move here. But George Town sucked me in like…
Kota Kinabalu Itinerary: The Ultimate 5 Day Adventure Guide
Kota Kinabalu is as exotic as it sounds. If the name conjures up visions of headhunters, indigenous tribes, and people living in the jungles hunting…
7 Places to Visit in Malaysia in 3 Days
Planning a mini-Malaysian vacay but not sure where to go? No worries – I’ve got you! Here is a list of the 7 best places to…
The Best Festivals of Malaysia: How to Plan Your Trip
Malaysians love a good party! Give them any reason to throw a celebration, and everyone will attend. There are so many festivals that it’s hard…
Penang: Where to Stay to Make the Most of Your Holiday
When you are planning your trip to Penang, where to stay is the most crucial feature that can make or break your holiday. There are…
The Ultimate Langkawi Itinerary: What to do in Langkawi for 3 Days
When you picture a tropical island with turquoise seas and a lush interior, you are picturing Langkawi, Malaysia. Since we live so close, we pop…