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Return to Bangkok, Thailand

5/12/2022

 
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Summary

Airport Rating **
Reception of locals *****
Cost: £££
  • Airport loses another two stars since last review with another questionable experience
  • Bangkok is still sensory overload, in good ways and bad
  • Public transport is relatively extensive, cheap and easy to use
  • Things have become slightly more expensive since my last visit, but cost of living in the city remains manageable for those on holiday
  • Main Sights (this time): Wat Saket, Khlong Bang Luang Floating Market, Terminal 21, Ong Ang Canal, Khao San Road, Sikh Gurdwaras, 

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Vientiane, Lao

7/11/2022

 
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Summary

Airport Rating ••••
Reception of locals *****
Cost: £
  • Not easily connected from the UK, requiring connecting flights from larger neighbouring countries
  • No issues as a Sikh in the airport, or walking around the city (in fact, I got a lot of positive attention)
  • Expensive to fly there, but very cheap when you arrive
  • Lacks the x-factor that some other capital cities in neighbouring countries have
  • Main Sights: Wat Si Saket, Patuxai, That Dam, Vientiane Night Market

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Kuala Lumpar in pictures

18/5/2020

 
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Kuala Lumpur

This is part of a series of posts where I look back at some of my favourite pictures from different cities that I have visited. You can read the rest of the series here.

​Kuala Lumpur ranks highly when I think back to all the cities that I've visited. It has all the positives that I love about cities in south-east Asia like good food, culture, it's relatively cheap and the people are friendly. It manages to do all that despite not having the history that cities in places like Thailand and Vietnam have. You can read my full review of Kuala Lumpur here, and the 5 things I loved about Kuala Lumpur here.

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Thai Islands in pictures

30/9/2019

 
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The Thai Islands

Did you know there are 1430 islands in Thailand? These are split between the Andaman Sea (on the west), and the Gulf of Thailand (on the eastern side). I visited a handful of these during my time in Thailand, each of them with their own unique character, different in their own ways. I spent most of my time in the southern islands in the Gulf of Thailand.

I previously shared pictures from my trip to northern Thailand, and although probably not the best photos I've ever taken (on a phone that was basically a potato), I decided to share some photos from my trip to the south for completeness. You can read about my adventures in Thailand here.

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Singapore in pictures

4/2/2019

 
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Singapore

For a rich person, Singapore must feel like a bit of playground. The whole city seems to be geared toward wealth and money. However, I found, that even a little money can go a long way here if you spend it wisely. 

I've made two trips to Singapore now, and got to know the city a little better. Sure, it can be a little pretentious, a little in your face - and yep - it can seem a little fake (although not to the extent of Dubai). However, scratch the surface, and you have a beautifully complex city that has something for everyone. Neighbourhoods, with their own vibes and energy, and landmarks that leave you breathless. You can read about my first trip to Singapore here, my second trip here, and 5 things I loved about Singapore here. But this article will cover my journey through the city state in a series of pictures.

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5 things I loved about Kuala Lumpur

22/10/2018

 
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Not many cities have surprised me the way that Kuala Lumpur did. I didn't have particularly high expectations when I visited, but I was completely blown away by the character of this city. Often overlooked for Hong Kong, Bangkok or Singapore, Kuala Lumpur is one of the best examples of old meets new and a must visit city. It has incredible food, jaw dropping architecture, it's cheap and there's a decent Sikh population out there. I had quite an adventure in KL and my detailed review can be read here. You can also read top 5 lists of other cities that I have visited here. As with most places I enjoy, it's difficult narrowing the list down to just 5 things I loved about KL, but I've given it a go.

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5 things I loved about Singapore

23/7/2018

 
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Update

I originally wrote this list a few years back, but earlier this year I visited Singapore for the second time (you can read about it here). I realised that the things I enjoyed about Singapore had shifted a little, and therefore I probably needed to update this list. 

That's exactly what I've done, so read on for my 5 favourite things about Singapore

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Batu Caves, Malaysia

7/5/2018

 
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Summary

Airport Rating N/A
Reception of locals N/A
Cost: £
  • Limestone caves that were developed in the late 19th century as a place of worship for the nation's Hindu community.
  • A short one hour distance from KL to the north via public transport.
  • Total cost of the journey is less than £2 and entrance to the main Temple Cave is free.
  • Main Sights: Statue of Murugan, Temple of Murugan, Temple Cave, Dark Cave, Ramayana Cave.
Despite being built just over 10 years ago, the entrance to the Batu Caves with the large statue of the Hindu God, Murugan, has become one of the most famous images of Malaysia. Stories of the caves' history, and a desire to see the statue in person led me to taking the very short journey north from Kuala Lumpur to the site of the Batu Caves. This article covers my thoughts from the caves as well as sharing how to get from Kuala Lumpur to the Batu Caves.

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

23/4/2018

 
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Summary

Airport Rating ****
Reception of locals ****
Cost: ££
  • The capital of Malaysia is a very unique mix of being incredibly modern, yet vastly underdeveloped in many areas.
  • No specific issues with airport security uniquely problematic for Sikhs, but the airport is generally an unfriendly place, with odd procedures.
  • Incredibly cheap, especially compared to nearby Singapore.
  • A lot to see and do, with cheap transport connecting the city to Batu Caves in the north.
  • Main Sights: Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower, KLCC Park, Thean Hour Temple, Sri Mahamariamman Temple, Jalan Alor, Petaling Street Market, Tapak Urban Street Dining.
My visit to Singapore gave me the opportunity to take a side trip to nearby Kuala Lumpur, giving me my first taste of Malaysia. The city is relatively new, established in its modern form some 30 years after Singapore, yet somehow it feels comparatively ancient. I managed to spend 4 days in the city, and although I'll write a separate article on the Batu Caves, this post covers my thoughts and observations on an often overlooked city.

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Return to Singapore

9/4/2018

 
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Summary

Airport Rating *****
Reception of locals *****
Cost: £££££
  • My second trip to Singapore, and first in almost 5 years, gave me an opportunity to spend close to a week in the city state
  • Singapore Changi Airport is consistently voted the world's best airport, and as a Sikh I had no issues with airport security
  • Singapore is very safe for any traveller, and I saw a fair few Sikhs during my time there
  • Not quite the 'sterile' place it's made out to be, with areas like Geylang, Bugis St, Little India and Chinatown having lots of character
  • Main Sights: Marina Bay Sands, Chinatown, Little India, Sri Mariamman Temple, Buddha Took Relic Temple, Arab St, Orchard Road, Supertree Grove
I recently had the opportunity to head back to Singapore, my first trip to the city state in almost 5 years. If you read my previous article on Singapore, you'll note that I only stayed a couple of days and mentioned it was one of the places I'd like to visit again, only with more time to spare.

Well I finally had the chance to revisit it, and I spent almost a week exploring areas of Singapore that I didn't have a chance to see the first time around. Read on for more about my views and observations about one of the more divisive places in Asia.

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