Similarities Between The USA and Malaysia Bust Cultural Stereotypes

Last updated on February 20th, 2024 at 02:26 pmWhen setting foot in a new country, expect to be surprised by the unexpected. One of the greatest things about travel is the anticipation of the unknown. On one hand, Malaysia is far more culturally different to an American than any European nation. But a big surprise…

North Borneo Railway: Exploring Sabah by Train

Last updated on February 12th, 2025 at 01:07 amToot toot!! All aboard the North Borneo Railway! On our recent trip to Malaysia, we were very excited about riding a rare, fully re-furbished British Vulcan steam train back to colonial times. Unfortunately, Alex jinxed himself and fell ill the night before. We both hoped it would…

Funny Kuala Lumpur Photos: No Kissing and No Spitting!

Last updated on December 18th, 2022 at 06:59 pmEverywhere we go, Alex in particular is always on the lookout for quirky photos that encapsulate part of a place, or are just a random one off aspect of it (Bell on the other hand sometimes cringes at what I snap, and wonders how she knows me)….

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Happy Thanksgiving from Malaysia!

Last updated on December 19th, 2022 at 12:10 am  Unbelievably, Halloween has been, Christmas decorations and carols abound in the stores and for American’s it is time for a Turkey to be Presidentially pardoned and for people to be thankful. This is before too many then rush to the malls the following day (or should…

Malaysia: Mega Malls, Monkeys and Rain Forests

Last updated on January 3rd, 2023 at 11:19 pmFollowing an Air France flight via Paris, we arrived in bustling and diverse Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia two weeks ago! On a quick side note, Emirates via Dubai or Etihad via Abu Dhabi would have been better as they provide more meals for dietary restrictions and their in flight…