Getting the train from Bangkok to Trang in Southern Thailand is a great way to get the Trang Islands. Sleeper trains depart Bangkok every evening, arriving in Trang at a reasonable hour in the morning. From the train station you can then get minivans to the pier for boats to the islands. There are two […]
Bangkok to Trang by train, and onward connections to the Trang Islands
April 22, 2019 By Leave a Comment
Jewel Changi Airport review – An architectural marvel at the world’s best airport
April 17, 2019 By 3 Comments
In March 2019 Singapore Changi was crowned the best airport in the world for the seventh year in a row. That was just before Jewel Changi Airport opened. After previewing this architectural marvel I can’t see how any other airport is going to take this title in the foreseeable future. Jewel Changi is a mixed […]
Airbnb in Kuala Lumpur – Modern private studio with city view for $29 a night
April 15, 2019 By 1 Comment
Kuala Lumpur is undergoing a construction boom that is giving the city one of the best skylines in Southeast Asia. With so many apartment towers going up there are plenty of short term apartment rentals on the market. I had a 4 night stay in the city, so I had a look on Airbnb for […]
Cu Chi Tunnels – Historic Vietnam War site near Saigon
April 12, 2019 By Leave a Comment
The Cu Chi Tunnels are a network of tunnels to the northwest of Saigon built by communist guerrilla troops (Viet Cong). They were originally built during the resistance against French colonialists, and then expanded during the fight against American and South Vietnamese forces. The tunnel network is now a popular tourist attraction, being one of […]
Where I’m At: April, 2019 – Bangkok edition
April 1, 2019 By 5 Comments
Greetings from Bangkok and another edition of Where I’m At – my monthly summary of where I’ve been and other site news. Where I’ve Been Da Nang [Da Nang sunset] The month began in Da Nang where I met up with a fellow blogger. He is an avid walker, so it was good to have […]
Bang Sue Grand Station construction update – The future central station of Bangkok
March 28, 2019 By 3 Comments
Bang Sue Grand Station is the future central station of Bangkok, replacing Hua Lamphong as Thailand’s railway hub. If you’ve caught a train to or from Bangkok recently you might have noticed this as you passed though Bang Sue station. Indeed, it’s hard not to miss as it’s the biggest construction site in Thailand. The […]
Where to stay in Da Nang – the best areas and most notable hotels
March 19, 2019 By
Da Nang is increasingly becoming a travel hotspot in Southeast Asia. Located midway between Hanoi and Saigon, this Vietnamese city is geographically blessed with a river and sea front, with mountains in the backdrop. It wasn’t that long ago that travellers bypassed Da Nang on the way to and from Hoi An. Nowadays Da Nang […]
Best cafes in Da Nang
March 7, 2019 By 3 Comments
Danang is growing in stature as it positions itself as the third city of Vietnam. Located roughly half way between Hanoi and Saigon, this coastal city is becoming a popular destination for business and leisure travellers, and there is a growing digital nomad scene here as well. The cafe scene is also growing here, with […]
Where I’m At: March, 2019 – Da Nang edition
March 1, 2019 By 4 Comments
Greetings from Danang and another edition of Where I’m At – my monthly summary of where I’ve been and other site news. Where I’ve Been Penang View this post on Instagram A post shared by James Clark ✈️ (@nomadicnotes) on Feb 4, 2019 at 6:58pm PST The month began in Kuala Lumpur and from there […]
The Brooklyn of Penang – Seven Streets Precinct / South George Town
February 22, 2019 By 4 Comments
I’ve been a frequent visitor to Penang over the last decade, being one of the few places I visit on an annual basis. I spend most of my time wandering the streets of the UNESCO World Heritage area of Georgetown, as it’s undisputedly the main attraction. In the last few years though I’ve been lured […]
