Progress on Self-Learning Japanese: 4 Months In

4 months into learning Japanese by myself, where am I now?

Chang Chui: Bangkok's Artsy Night Market with an Airplane

Chang Chui has a refurbished plane, King Kong sculptures, and vintage stalls. But half the food vendors you'd find at Jodd Fairs. Quieter, weirder, more creative.

Kew Mae Pan Trail: The 3-Hour Hike That Requires a Guide

Kew Mae Pan requires an early start and mandatory guide. We hiked it in December. Here's what made it worth it, and what I'd tell first-timers

Ao Thalane Kayaking: Krabi's Quieter Alternative to Phang Nga Bay

We kayaked Ao Thalane's mangroves after Railay. Here's what the 2.5 hour tour was like, limestone gates, hidden beach, and whether it's worth it.

Dragon Crest Mountain Krabi: The Steep 2 Hour Climb with Panoramic Views

My favourite hike in all of Thailand!

Mae Kampong Village: Chiang Mai's Mountain Escape (+ Kimono Cafe)

Mae Kampong is 1.5 hr from Chiang Mai. A charming village with waterfall cafes and creeks. Then we found a Japanese cafe with kimono rentals.

Huay Tueng Thao: Chiang Mai's Local Lake (20 Minutes from Town)

We visited Huay Tueng Thao, a local lake escape 20 mins from Chiang Mai. Here's what it's like: raft restaurants, straw sculptures, and sheep farms.

Mon Jam Glamping: 2 Days in Chiang Mai's Mountain Retreat

We spent 2 days glamping at Mon Jam, 45 minutes from Chiang Mai. Here's what it was like: hillside BBQ, strawberry farms, and why we didn't get sunrise.

Visiting Wat Mangkon: What to Know About Bangkok's Main Chinese Temple

I visited Wat Mangkon in Chinatown to pray in the New Year. Here's what the temple is like, the Tai Sui ritual, and whether it's worth it.

Singapore Airlines Business Class: Singapore to Tokyo (Narita) Review

My 6.5 hr experience of SIA's Business Class from SG to Tokyo + tasteless Biz Class food.

SilverKris Lounge Changi T3: Honest Review (Crowded But Good Food)

A personal review of SilverKris Lounge at Changi T3. Is it worth visiting?

Taling Chan: The Local Bangkok Market Tourists Miss

I visited Taling Chan expecting a tourist trap. Here's what it was actually like, food, boat rides to Wat Arun, and a hidden mural walk.