The way of life on Dhifushi Island is simple, with most houses door-less – an open invitation instead. The people are innovative, thriving in an environment unlike the typical city, and present, often seen relaxing on a reclining chair made from strings and steel. I first stumbled upon this flower outside of Air Dhiffushi and…
Author: raisagabrielli
A fellow foodie that appreciates concise reviews in order to get to the restaurant or travel destination faster!
Travel Review: Air Dhiffushi on Dhiffushi Island, Maldives
I recently visited Maldives for the first time and the experience was unforgettable – although this following sentence is the epitome of cheesy, I really felt enchanted by how marvelous yet mysterious the Maldives was; the fact that we stayed on a local island provided authenticity and endless questions, directed at our host, shadowed by…
Photo Diary: Hiking Bukit Gasing, Petaling Jaya
I was in dire need of nature as a reprieve from the mundane 9-6 so after (kinda) quick research, decided to visit Bukit Gasing in Petaling Jaya for a relaxing hike. I had set my intention on discovering the infamous suspension bridge within Bukit Gasing but although we didn’t manage to find the bridge, we…
Photo Diary: Hawker Scene, Penang
Nasi Kandar Merlin, Penang This restaurant was recommended by my relatives, whom I consider to be connoisseur’s, and although I visited with the intention to devour their infamous fish roe curry, that dish was unavailable during our visit as it isn’t prepared daily; nonetheless, what my family and I ate was scrumptious! Pictured above is hard-boiled…
Travel Itinerary: Luang Prabang, Laos
Luang Prabang, Laos Laos was an unexpected and unforgettable adventure, starting from the day we arrived in Vientiane; my friend and I took the 11 a.m. bus to Luang Prabang but only reached our destination more than 24 hours later – if you’re interested in taking the bus, then read my travel review here. Vientiane…
Food Review: The Ganga Cafe
Here is a fluff free review of The Ganga Cafe, Bangsar: Notable Mentions:Â All-You-Can-Eat Vegetarian Buffet Overall Flavours:Â Excellent Staff Efficiency:Â Good Ambiance:Â Average Pricing:Â Cheap (RM 0 – RM 25) Tips: –Â Additional Information: The vegetarian buffet is RM25 per person, which is inconceivable considering the quality of the food, the taste of the food, and the variety of…
Tips and Tricks: Unknown (Nature) Destinations within Malaysia
For this segment of ‘tips and tricks’, I shall be sharing information on three (mostly) unknown destinations within Malaysia that are captivating but also secluded! Kg Kemensah Waterfall, Hulu Kelang The reason I listed this waterfall amongst the countless other waterfalls is because this destination is near the heart of Kuala Lumpur so easily accessible…
Travel Itinerary: Bangkok, Thailand
Bangkok, Thailand I visited Bangkok in March 2016 with my mother, who has a Thai friend that hails from the city. Bangkok is overwhelming in every sense and due to the various districts, each area is a different experience. Initially, I wasn’t impressed at the bustling city but that was due to the fact that…
Tips and Tricks: Becoming A Sustainable ConsumerÂ
The content of my website is expanding and from now on, I shall also be including tips and tricks based on a myriad of topics; for my first post under this segment, I’ll be sharing information on how to become a sustainable consumer of food! Our planet is suffering but by choosing to change certain…
Travel Itinerary: Siem Reap, Cambodia
From now on, I shall be sharing travel insights and (most importantly) itineraries as I enjoy planning but know that there are many individuals who don’t share the enthusiasm. My first travel itinerary shall be about: Siem Reap, Cambodia The only word that encapsulates Siem Reap would be magical – yes, magical! The spirit of…
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