For many years I wanted to visit Malaysia but due to technical reasons I was not allowed to visit. In 2021 things changed, and I could finally go and visit. Given the pandemic, I had to wait a bit, so
Visions of Kending : Taiwan
Taiwan is my old home, so whenever I visit I’m overwhelmed with strong feelings of nostalgia and yearning. I used to visit once or twice a year, but haven’t since the pandemic, and so when Taiwan finally opened up in
Visions of Okinawa : Japan
After three hectic months stuck in Hong Kong, the last stage of a long pandemic, I was finally able to venture out in December 2023 to visit one of my favorite countries – Japan. I’ve previously visited and enjoyed the
Visions of Penang : Malaysia
I’ve heard so much about Penang over the years and have always wanted to go, but had some technical difficulties in being able to visit Malaysia. Two years ago these technical difficulties were resolved and I finally got to wander
Kat O Crooked Island hike: Hong Kong
Hong Kong has many wonderful getaway islands, offering good day-trip hike getaways from the hustle bustle of Hong Kong urban life. The longer I stayed in Hong Kong, the harder it became to find new escapes, so it was wonderful
Museum Siam : Bangkok
Bangkok has a lot of hidden gems, and every time I visit I get to see new wonderful things that I missed in previous visits. In my last visit in Bangkok I got to linger a bit longer and make
High Island Reservoir and Pak Lap Loop : Sai Kung
Sai Kung has some of Hong Kong’s most gorgeous scenery, and it’s always a treat to be able to explore more of that region. Though I’ve covered many of the main hikes in that region, I occasionally am able to
Visions of Bangkok 2022 : Thailand
I’ve been to Bangkok several times before, but it seems like every time I have a different experience and find a new side to the city. In my visit during 2022 escaping the Hong Kong lock-down measures against the growing
Lhong 1919 19th century Chinese mansion : Bangkok Thailand
On the western banks of the Chao Phraya river crossing Bangkok in Thonburi, is a newly renovated area of an old 19th century Chinese mansion, that is worth a visit. I visited during the pandemic, discovering it by staying nearby
Hiking the Hong Kong trail Section 7 Tai Tam Harbour to Stanley
Hong Kong trail section 7 connects with the Tai Tam reservoir trails and Dragon’s back. I’ve done the Dragon’s Back hike in south eastern Hong Kong many times, and I was looking for something new in the area. Hong Kong
