Did you Know…about the Macaque monkey?
Having shown photos of my last trip to a few of my friends, it always seems to be the monkey shots that get the most ooooo’s and aaaaaa’s. And I have to admit, catching a mini monkey clinging to his mom is pretty adorable. But I certainly didn’t love these these macaque monkeys everywhere I [...]
Bargain shopping in KL…and ALL of Asia!!
If you’ve read ‘Manic in the Malls’ you’ll know that I’m not a fan of shopping. But here’s where I’ll turn the tables- I LOVE TO SHOP! The variables in a shopping environment are key for both retailers and consumers. I like the relaxed feel, earthy colours if possible, and most importantly, personality in [...]
Stanley has always reminded me of three things. 1=Mr. Roper on Three’s Company (you can hear it now right? “Oh Stanley!”) 2=The beautiful park in the middle of Vancouver that refreshes every city dwellers soul. 3=The area on Hong Kong island that I’ve never yet made it to…UNTIL NOW!
There are some cities around the world that I would hesitate with a nightime layover exploration. Hong Kong is not one of them. I’ve been lucky enough to visit a couple of times before so when I figured out my layover was 11 hours, I had no doubts about stepping off the express train at [...]
Supermarkets aren’t often in the guidebooks as hotspot places to visit-but they should be! Not only do you catch a glimpse of life for locals, you are often introduced to new/different products and possibly some cheaper gifts for home. Watch the video below for a proper tour… Post China Tip #3: Supermarket Tours, posted with [...]
I never thought in a million years I would post such a video online. Having said that, it does answer a few questions and presents an alternative peeing option for ladies! It’s also something to giggle at… Click on the video below! Post China Tip #2: Toilet Talk!, posted with vodpod
There are a lot of packing tips to consider before a trip, the obvious being PACK LIGHTLY! This video shows you WHY to pack lightly!! Post China Tip #1: Pack for Stairs, posted with vodpod When I got home from China, I made a couple of notes on what was good and not so good [...]
Well well well…I made it! I have a love hate relationship with blogging, but as I have such a joy telling travel stories I really should just get on with it! So here I am…having returned from CHINA!! The experience leading up to being chosen as a semifinalist in the Best Travel Job Ever has [...]
I know I know, this has taken me awhile to post, but that’s just the way it goes okay?!!? Having survived the miserable (with a cold) flight from Johannesburg I was blown away by the sight of Hong Kong-even from the plane!! I was expecting a culture shock and it certainly hit me! I made [...]
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