Malaysia

Hi all! Welcome to my latest vegan travel post! We spent a magical ten days on our maplemoon (honeymoon) swimming under waterfalls, cycling through rice fields, kayaking through mangroves, indulging in daily beach walks and trekking through jungles in the […]

At Kuala Lumpur airport we got a flight to Kota Kinabalu. From the airport there are public buses (5RM) to town. Kota Kinabalu or simply called KK is the capital of Sabah, located in the Island of Borneo on the west coast. Borneo is all about its […]

The ancient cultures of Malays, East Indians, and Chinese, are all present in Georgetown Penang today, and they are what makes this town so rich and vibrant. Whether you spend your days walking, bike riding, or on a tour bus, […]

February 1st kicked off the start of an epic one year travel journey in which I will work remotely as a health coach and nurse practitioner and travel as part of a program called Remote Year (RY).  The program makes […]

We touched down in Penang on a hot sunny day, and with no checked baggage, Cody and I were on a city bus to Georgetown in a matter of minutes. While driving through the city, I noticed posters plastered up […]

Penang is a wonderful mix of European colonial charm, and Asian empires. Georgetown is Penang island’s main city, and it is where we spent most of our time eating. Unbeknownst to us, Penang has a large Chinese Buddhist population, so […]

Kuala Lumpur is the capital of Malaysia and a great city for a quick stopover. This metropolis has an incredibly diverse mixture of inhabitants, from Malay, to Indian, to Thai, to Tamil and Chinese as well as quite a few […]

First, let me clarify that I ate more than once a day, it was just a lot of snacking and coffee. This was due to a combination of not wanting to spend a lot of money, lacking of vegan options […]

Wat Chayamangkalaram is a Thai Buddhist temple in George Town, Penang known for it’s large (33 meter long), gold-plated reclining Buddha statue, the third largest of its kind.

Dhammikarama Temple is one of the earliest Burmese Buddhist temples, and the only one in Malaysia. It is considered a historical site of the state, and has been preserved as a tourist attraction, as well as an active temple used […]

Kek Lok Si Temple is a Chinese temple in Ayer Itam, Penang, dedicated to the Guan Yin Bhodisattva, the goddess of compassion.

ChinaHouse is a traditional compound of 3 heritage buildings, linked by an open air courtyard. Now converted into 14 existing spaces with shops, cafes, restaurants, galleries and theatre.

Founded in 1973, Sri Mahamariamman Temple is the oldest Hindu temple in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The ‘Raja Gopuram’ built in 1968 features ornately decorated sculptures and carving, in the style of South Indian temples.

Soaring to a height of 451.9 metres, the 88-storey twin structure is Kuala Lumpur’s crown jewel. Majestic by day and dazzling at night, the Petronas Twin Towers are inspired by Tun Mahathir Mohamad’s vision for Malaysia to be a global […]

The Petaling Street Market is a large outdoor (but covered) market in Kuala Lumpur’s Chinatown. Renowned for knock-off brands and extreme bargains, the market is enjoyable to experience even if you aren’t looking for a deal on a handbag or pair […]

Batu Caves is a an iconic and popular tourist attraction in Selangor. Site of a Hindu temple and shrine, Batu Caves attracts thousands of worshippers and tourists, especially during the annual Hindu festival, Thaipusam. A limestone outcrop located just north […]

Merdeka Square is a popular landmark and photo spot for visitors to Kuala Lumpur. It is also the location for the annual Merdeka Parade.

Earth Park Asia is a vegan non-profit eco-tourism resort in Sabah, Borneo, Malaysia. If you enjoy miles of fine sandy beaches with crystal clear water, coconut palms and sun, then you’ve come to the right place. The Earth Park is […]

Welcome to an authentic Malaccan stay that will delight your senses, whether you’re on the lookout for an exotic holiday adventure or a rejuvenating corporate retreat. Come and discover our charming, riverside accommodation in the heart of Malacca, just minutes […]

Opened in year 2000, Colmar Tropicale was modelled after 16th century Colmar town, north east of Alsace, France, also incorporating architectural designs and elements from ancient surrounding villages of Riquewihr, Turckheim and Kaysersberg. The realization of this French themed village […]