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Things to do in Hat Yai- a guide to the top attractions and activities

I can barely remember what Hat Yai was like when I was there in my twenties—about four decades ago. I have a vague recollection of Hat Yai, and I am certain that if I recall, it has changed so much that it is now entirely different from what it was years ago.. So, when my …

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17 Eateries and Restaurants in Hat Yai You Need to Try

We recently had a wonderful trip to Hat Yai, Thailand. Hat Yai is renowned for its food, and we took this opportunity to try as many restaurants in Hat Yai as possible. This article will focus on the food and restaurants we visited, while we plan to write a separate article about the activities and …

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Places to visit in Ninh Binh, Vietnam – Our overnight itinerary

We have heard about Ninh Binh in Vietnam for a long time. Many of our friends have recommended not to miss Ninh Binh if we ever visit Vietnam. So, after joining a group tour to Hanoi, we decided to extend our visit and have an overnight stay in Ninh Binh. After lunch, we left Hanoi …

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Must-see attractions in Sapa – from mountain to village

On the fifth day of our trip to northern Vietnam, we traveled from Ha Long Bay to Sapa. We planned to visit the must-see attractions in Sapa, which include Fansipan and Cat Cat Village. It was a seven-hour-long road trip. We spent most of the time sitting in the coach, relaxing, gazing out the window, enjoying …

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Top 3 Ha Long Bay attractions – Luan Cave, Titop Island, and Sung Sot Cave

We went to Ha Long Bay on the second day after arriving in Hanoi, Vietnam. We felt fortunate because when we returned from Ha Long Bay, all the ships scheduled to depart had been canceled due to the Yagi Typhoon that struck Vietnam. The journey from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay took us slightly more …

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15 Things to do in Taiping, Perak (Updated guide 2024)

During our trip from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, we purposely diverted to Taiping to visit this historic town. This article includes the best things to do in Taiping and some lesser-known activities worth exploring. Let’s delve into the details of our itinerary. Taiping is the second-largest city in the state of Perak, Malaysia. It was …

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22 Best Places to Visit in Penang Island (2024 update)

Which are the most attractive places to visit in Penang? As a local and tourist, I’ve been to Penang multiple times and lived there for four years. Some places mentioned on the internet as a must-visit in Penang are my favorite; others are just average and nothing extraordinary. So, whenever I return to Penang, I …

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Best food in Penang- must-try street food & restaurants

Penang is a vibrant city with plenty of tourist attractions. Its renowned street food has garnered worldwide fame and has become as equally popular, if not more so, than the city’s UNESCO heritage status. This article is about our journey to hunt for the best food in Penang, not just the famous street food; it …

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Penang Hill – Things to see, tickets, and guide (day tour)

Penang Hill is a must-visit destination on Penang Island alongside Kek Lok Si Temple. I’ll share our experience during our half-day tour last week in this article. Having visited several times over the last two decades, we noticed little change. One of the highlights of this place is its cool weather, as it is located …

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