Travel
Mandara Spa @ Prince Hotel, KL
When a friend of mine invited me to have a free Balinese massage at Mandara Spa in Prince Hotel & Residence, Kuala Lumpur, I jumped at the chance without any hesitation. First of all, no woman in her right mind would turn down a free massage in a spa. Furthermore, with the exquisite service from … Continue reading
The Louvre From A Different Perspective
The Louvre is so huge that I’d probably finish up countless SD cards if I were to shoot every exhibit and every hall and every display that caught my eye. While most visitors focused on the paintings and sculptures, my eyes were drawn to the ceilings. Arches. Murals. Frescoes. Paintings. Such exquisite, opulent designs. And … Continue reading
Immigration Encounters
Given the frequency of my travels, and given the number of times I had to go to the Malaysian Immigration office to renew my visa, I’ve had many interactions with Immigration officers. Some of those encounters were ‘interesting’. These three instances are among the most unforgettable. Encounter 1: Some months ago, I was queueing to … Continue reading
Houseboat In Amsterdam (Getting There)
Like I said in my recent post about a houseboat in Amsterdam, the Woonschip Rodeur, you only need to take a fifteen-minute tram ride from Amsterdam Central Station to get there. If you wish to see more specific directions, here is the info, courtesy of BedAndBreakfast.nl: By car On the Amsterdam Ring, the A10, take … Continue reading
Houseboat in Amsterdam
This is the Woonschip Rodeur. It’s a houseboat. It’s a bed-and-breakfast. It’s a home away from home. It’s a quiet refuge. And it’s only a 15-minute tram ride from Amsterdam Central Station.
