For those who missed it, part one of my adventure through Malaysian Borneo is here! This was one of several stops in Southeast Asia on my journey home after finishing my year in New Zealand. I had embarked on a…

As I’ve travelled more over the years, I’ve become increasingly interested in seeing wildlife around the world. One thing that hasn’t changed, though – ever since I was in school, I’ve been fascinated by orangutans. When I lived in and…

Malaysia is a large country, with dozens of islands as well as the main peninsula, where you’ll find the capital city of Kuala Lumpur. It also contains a diverse mix of cultures; there’s the indigenous Malay people; the remnants of…

     When travelling to other places, I strongly encourage you to check if there are any holidays taking place while you are there; for instance, it’s recommended to avoid China during Lunar New Year, as everything is congested and…

     Penang and Kuala Lumpur definitely feel like very different places! Where Penang is filled with British colonial architecture, and quaint Chinese jetties and the old town, KL is a modern, multicultural metropolis, fitting for the capital of such a melting-pot…

     A new day, a new country! My time in Thailand is up now, and I’ve crossed into Malaysia, a melting pot country of Malay, Chinese and Indian cultures. It was a long travel day to get there, with…