I’m writing this post as i ride a “slow” train from Taipei to Hualien on Taiwans east coast. There are no fast trains along this mountainous and less populated coatline of Taiwan. There is however a perfectly acceptable train service…
The art of queuing
Taipei has no shortage of people. The Taipei Main station a short walk from my hotel and a nightmare to navigatre the first time, has Metro, normal trains, High Speed Rail, Airport MRT and buses all integrating into one sprawling…
Beginners guide to Taipei 101
There is nothing quite like a 4:30am arrival into a new city, and being told i can’t check in til 3pm. I was out on the streets of Taipei, lacking much needed sleep or suitable footwear or rain protection. I…
High in the Sky
Another must do in Kuala Lumpur is a visit to the Bird Park. The largest free-flight aviary in the world, although not all birds are free to fly around, many are and get as close as they can to people…
Monkey Step Aerobics
I departed Penang before the streets became busy in the darkness at 6am. I caught the ferry across to Butterworth and then boarded the efficient train to KL arriving before midday. I noted the top speed hi 140km/h at times,…
Elevated escapades
As good as my cooking class was yesterday, I suspect the shrimp paste used in a few dishes gave me a hint of gout. Luckily though walking is good for gout and helps break down the crystals formed in the…
Masterchef Malaysia
I always feel that a cooking class with a local is a great travel experience. Not only do you learn a skill from your travels that you bring home with you, but you directly help locals who want to share…
Georgetown
I arrived in Penang, quite late at night but felt I had to hit the streets on a Saturday night and find something tasty. It was also no coincidence that my dinner consisted of Jetstar muffin and I was starving. …
Shnorhakalut’yun
Today was our final day in Armenia and our final day travelling together. We have both very much enjoyed Georgia and Armenia after discussing it for a number of years, so it was good we finally made it here. Claire…
Armenian Taxi Adventure
After an early breakfast, where I ate too many of the little pancakes, we headed off to find a taxi to take us on our adventure for today. The first taxi we saw had an older driver and his price…