Whilst in Perth, Western Australia, my family and I switched from the city centre to the outskirts of the city, opting for a beach-friendly location instead. If you’re visiting Perth, or just passing through Western Australia, then I would highly recommend staying in Clarkson – not only is it cost effective but it’s also nearby…
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Tips and Tricks: How To Experience Perth City For Under 20$
Whether you’re a budget backpacker or just looking to cut costs, I got you covered – or as the cool kids say these days: I got you fam! (Side note: do they still say that?) Australia is an expensive tourist destination – even more so for foreigners from Asia due to the currency exchange rate. …
Photo Diary: Tasting Fremantle in Perth, Western Australia
If you’re planning to or are visiting Perth then chances are that Fremantle is already on your sightseeing list as it’s one of the most popular tourist attractions in Perth. Mainly known for it’s market, it’s important to note that the Fremantle market, also referred to as Freo market by locals, is only open on…
Travel Review: Taman Sari in Hulu Langat, Malaysia
In case you haven’t realised, I’m obsessed with nature and rarely need an excuse to venture into the outdoors but as I’m currently in Perth until the end of December, I decided to use Christmas as a reason to stay at a nearby retreat with friends. Located in Hulu Langat, Taman Sari consists of two private…
Travel Review: The Kasturi in Cherating, Malaysia
Malaysia has an abundance of public holidays but with the current economy, traveling outside of Malaysia can burn a hole in your pocket; by choosing to visit local locations, not only are you stimulating the Malaysian economy by supporting local businesses but you’re also discovering the slogan, “Malaysia, Truly Asia” while simultaneously deepening your bond…
Photo Diary: Life Is The Heart of A Rainbow, Singapore
Yayoi Kusama, a female Japanese artist, has inspired the likes of Andy Warhol, Damien Hirst, and Yoko Ono, to name a few influential artists. She was catapulted into the art scene in New York during the 60s, in the midst of the hippie era, and although many view her art as psychedelic, she has actually…
Photo Diary: Sg Chilling, Kuala Kubu Bharu
I’ve visited Sg Chiling prior to this trip but didn’t manage to view the main waterfall due to time constrictions so I thought, hey why not give it another shot with friends? Well, that didn’t work out; we drove 1.5 hours from Bangsar only to be told, by a staff, that the waterfall was closed to…
Photo Diary: Jeram Kedah, Negeri Sembilan
I’ve previously visited Jeram Kedah but decided to share the details with you as the waterfall is a secluded haven. We Waze-ed ‘Jeram Kedah, Mantin’ and reached the destination within 1.5 hours, from Hartamas; the waterfall is located within a kampung (village) and once you drive over a metal bridge, that’s your cue to park…
Photo Diary: Lake Hopping Around Salzburg, Austria
Salzburg is within the vicinity of various lakes, which my family and I decided to visit; wanting to avoid crowds, we chose to visit Fuschl Am See. After scouring the ‘city’, we found a restaurant located along the water (of which there are many) that offered fresh mussels, which was an immediate duh for my…
Photo Diary: Munching Around Munich, Germany
Viktualienmark in Munich is an outdoor (and indoor) market specialising in fresh produce – from mountain cheese to seasonal mushrooms to an assortment of olives, if you’re a foodie then come hungry because the choices are limitless! Another day, another church tower to climb: Alter Peter, to be exact! For a small sum (3 Euros),…
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