THAILAND | Friday, 10 Jan 2014 | Views [1797]
Six months ago I arrived in Bangkok to a culture for which I had no yardstick, no previous point of reference and for which I was unprepared. Arriving in The Land of Smiles to find none, and in fact finding more a feeling of hostility towards 'just another ... Read more >
Tags: backpacking, bali, cambodia, healing, journey, penang, singapore, thailand, travelling, vietnam
MALAYSIA | Wednesday, 9 Oct 2013 | Views [1612]
Leaving the world of medical care behind (which has been very good), I move to the north of the island where the best beaches are reported to be found. I plan to stay a couple of nights in Tanjong Bungah before moving to the island's 'jewel' - Batu Ferringhi ... Read more >
Tags: 1926 heritage hotel, acupuncture, penang, penang hill
MALAYSIA | Friday, 4 Oct 2013 | Views [1685]
The train finally rolled into Butterworth Station some 22 hours after leaving Bangkok. There were moments when it felt like time was standing still but overall, not a bad journey. The bottom bunks sell out well in advance and in fact the train is always ... Read more >
Tags: gleneagles medical centre, kimberley guest house, lam wah ee hospital, penang, temples
