Travel Kudos
Did you know that there is actually a natural history museum in Singapore? I have lived in Singapore for more than 20 years and I have only recently discovered that Singapore has its own natural history museum. It is nowhere as big as New York City’s American Museum of Natural History featured in the movie […]
This post was originally published on my lifestyle blog, Ramble Tumble. Since it is about accommodation, I figured it will be useful to my Travel Kudos reader, so I decided to republish the post here. Singapore has a whole range of accommodations that suits every budget and need. From swanky 5-star hotels to unique boutique […]
Getting sick or hurt while traveling can really destroy the mood. Having diarrhea means you will not be able to enjoy all the delicious local food. Physical injuries such as abrasions and lacerations means you will not be able to enjoy the thrilling physical activities. Besides making sure that you have taken all the necessary […]
Based on my traveling experiences, these 10 items are absolutely essential to ensure that you stay sane by the end of your trip. They could mean the difference between a mental meltdown and a good holiday, so better make sure you have them. 1. Portable Power Bank We live in a power-hungry age. Everyone has […]
Travel vaccinations, or travel immunizations, are injections travelers take to protect themselves against contracting illnesses while traveling. It is always good to make sure you are up to date with your routine vaccinations. Routine vaccinations include Hepatitis B, Influenza, Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR), Pneumococcal, Polio and Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertusis (DTaP, Td, Tdap). Recommended vaccinations can protect you in areas […]
May started baking since 10 years old and she wanted to share the love of good coffee and desserts with everyone. She opened the first After You Dessert Cafe in 2007 right after college. After You Dessert Cafe’s menu consists of thick toasts, kakigori, pancakes and hot/cold coffee drinks. You can find the full toast, […]
Call me ignorant but I didn’t know that boat is a form of transportation in Bangkok. Sure, I see the canals on maps, but I didn’t know that you can actually take a boat from one place to another. You can read more about the different types of boats, prices and operating hours at Bangkok.com. […]
It’s ironic that I have never visited a Thai floating market even though I have been to Bangkok quite a few times. My travel companions were only interested in shopping. I made it a point to visit at least one floating market on this Thailand trip. Pattaya Floating Market is another of those “incidental findings”. […]
My girlfriend and I discovered Suriya Land by accident. We arrived too early at Pattaya Floating Market and it was not open yet. We decided to explore the surrounding area on our rented motorcycle and chanced upon Suriya Land. The quirkiness of this place appealed to us so we decided to check it out. Suriya Land, […]
Pattaya was a quiet fishing village until the 1960s, but it has now become a cosmopolitan city known for its beaches. I have seen pictures and videos of breathtaking sunsets at the beach in Pattaya, so I really wanted to stay next to the beach. I did pre-book an Airbnb that promised sunset on the […]