Do you keep a journal as you travel? Despite all of the digital avenues available to us through apps and social media, an old-fashioned notebook and pen are still my favourite tools to capture my thoughts, feelings, and experiences when I travel. There are many different methods for journaling. One of my favourites utilizes a…
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Talk to Strangers, and Other Good Advice: Staying Safe(r) When You Travel
MALAYSIA – As a woman who both a) exists in the world, and b) often travels alone, I have given a lot of thought to the topic of how to stay safe. To many people the thought of travelling away from home seems scary, and travelling alone doubly so. However, I think travelling to other…
Tropical Fruits I Have Known: Malaysia Edition Pt. 2
PENANG, MALAYSIA – As a self-professed foodie and lover of all things edible, one of the most interesting parts of travelling long-term is that you get to see local foods come in and out of season, just like at home. When I was in Penang earlier this year, I wrote Part One of Tropical Fruits…
Tropical Fruits I Have Known: Malaysia Edition
PENANG, MALAYSIA – One of my favourite pastimes while traveling is to wander the local food markets. I think you can learn a lot about culture, as well as the local cuisine, when you explore the venues where people buy their food. There is how food itself is treated: is it casual or serious? do…
Mee for Every Meal: 6 Noodle Dishes to Eat in Penang
On Penang Island is one of the most vibrant and unique food cultures in the world. This article is an introduction to mee, the crowd-pleasing noodles of Penang.
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