Our introduction to Melaka (also known as Malacca) is an early one. Our night bus from Penang arrives about 6am. After a McDonald's breakfast, surrounded by many travellers heading by bus to Singapore, we jump on a local bus in the direction of our hotel. Chosen by Ben as it was in the 'centre of … Continue reading Melaka: The Last Stop of Our Malaysian Adventure
Malaysia
Street Art, Temples and Street Food on Penang Island
Penang was my favourite stop on our journey. An island off the west coast of Malaysia, chosen as I had heard it 'had the best street food in Asia', and reachable by ferry from Langkawi, it was a natural next stop on our travels. A fairly pricey ferry at 70 ringgit (£14), the ferry took … Continue reading Street Art, Temples and Street Food on Penang Island
A Week in Langkawi
From KL Sentral we head north. Past rivers and trees, from built up residential areas, to huts and grand houses; the landscape changes. The contrast between rich and poor evident. The occasional temple, colourfully adorned, comes into view. Becoming mountainous, new builds to old, we arrive into the open expanse of water and boats near … Continue reading A Week in Langkawi
A Wee Malaysian Adventure
I was keen to scratch a bit more of Asia off my scratchy map... Vietnam and Cambodia first choice, their monsoon season in August led us to decide upon Malaysia for this year's explorings instead. With an itinerary of 2 and a half days in Kuala Lumpur, 7 days in Langkawi, 2 days in Penang … Continue reading A Wee Malaysian Adventure
Scottish Footprints 