Asia
Asia Destinations
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Kuala Lumpur: An Introductory Guide to the Capital of Malaysia
If you are planning a trip to Southeast Asia, you definitely don’t want to miss out on the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur. This bustling metropolis has everything you could want in a travel destination from stunning architecture to delicious food and plenty of cultural experiences. Being roughly 94 square miles in size, and 1.8 million in population, it means that it is overwhelmingly large. You can barely scratch the surface even after multiple days on multiple visits. There is a lot to see and do in this city! Kuala Lumpur is very tourist friendly and fairly easy to get to (although the airport is pretty far out of the…
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Ipoh: Malaysia’s Enchanting City of Heritage and Natural Beauty
If you are joining us mid-trip, this is stop number two, Ipoh (pronounced Ee-poh). Our itinerary was 2 nights in Kuala Lumpur, 1 night in Ipoh, 2 nights in Penang, 1 night in Langkawi and 1 final night in Kuala Lumpur. We grabbed a ride from mydaytrip.com in the afternoon and had a lovely 2 hour drive to Ipoh. Ipoh is the fourth largest city in Malaysia and is about 2 1/4 hours north of Kuala Lumpur and south east of Penang. The most common way to get to Ipoh is by train. The train schedule didn’t match up with our wants and needs, so we decided to hire a…
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Penang, Malaysia – Unveiling the Highlights and Hidden Gems
Penang is an amazing cultural destination, but much bigger than you think. I have been dying to get to Penang since March 2020 when the Prime Minister of Malaysia kicked me out of the country. Ok, so technically he kicked all tourists out due to Covid, but I took it personally and have held a grudge against him ever since. (Cue Frankie Goes to Hollywood – I know you Zoolander fans feel me on this one) Finally, a Chance to Go When Peggy agreed to meet me in Malaysia after my Bali Yoga Retreat, I dusted off my 2020 itinerary and jumped right back into planning. Our itinerary was 2…
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One Quick Day in Langkawi
Also known as the biggest mistake in our Malaysia trip I am not saying “mistake” because it was terrible and we shouldn’t have gone. I am saying we made a tremendous mistake in not staying in Langkawi forever. We should have planned more time. We should have just stayed forever. Arriving in Langkawi Langkawi is the main island of an archipelago of 99 islands in the Strait of Malacca, off the northwest coast of Malaysia at the border of Thailand. We arrived after a very quick flight from Penang and ordered a Grab (the SE Asia equivalent of Uber). It is here we met our driver, Arthur, who tried very…
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Singapore Layover – Get Out and See Some Amazing Sights
One of the most common routes from North America to Southeast Asia runs through Singapore’s Airport, Changi (SIN). So if you find an option to fly through Singapore, take the opportunity to book an extended layover! Changi International Airport in Singapore is consistently ranked by travelers as a favorite, with good reason. It has been named Best Airport in the World by multiple publications (Conde Nast, Travel & Leisure, Business Traveler and more), multiple years. In fact, the current award count is 649! Singapore Changi Airport If your Singapore layover is less than 6 hours, best to stay put and enjoy the amenities the airport has to offer. Changi amenities…
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Getting To Know Bali – A Beginner’s Guide
The small island of Bali has surprisingly many personalities depending on what you are searching for. Although a small island, Bali has something for everyone, and a certain vibe and feel for each of the towns. Not all towns are created equal in Bali, so before planning your trip, think about what you want to do, what your focus is, and also what will make you miserable (ie, traffic or college kids, old people, or slow service). Sister Side Note (ssn) – Bali really is for everyone! It can be so intimidating when all you see are Instagram Models & Influencers who have the perfect settings and edited images. This…
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3 Incredible Days on Nusa Penida
Nusa Penida is a quieter, less modernized version of Bali. You can do a day trip or take a few days and bask in the relaxing vibe and astounding beauty. Patti is a yoga teacher who had been to Bali previously but was leading her first retreat in 2019. The retreat was 7 days (click here for more information on her retreats) and was packed full of cultural excursions and spiritual healing that checked a lot of our Bali wish lists. This was her first year, so Peggy attended the retreat to lend a little moral support. We extended our trip an extra week for a some sister time and…
