In the most southern reaches of Laos, this often forgotten country or at least under explored is the Mekong archipelago which borders Cambodia. Known locally as Si Phan Don, to foreigners the Four Thousand Islands. Life goes by at a slower pace here for both the locals and travelers. It’s a very easy place to … More Four Thousand Islands, Laos
Located ideally on Love Lane, the center of downtown Georgetown, it is almost nonsensical to stay anywhere else as a budget traveler. It has been a great base for both of my stays in Penang. An old colonial building as most are here, it is redone to look quite swanky inside with a lounge area, … More Reggae Penang, Malaysia
Slow cooked, tender, succulent pork hocks… need I say more. The pork falls apart, shredding in your mouth, chunks of fat and skin melt away in a rich delicate manner. It’s a moment of sublime feeling. Hints of cinnamon and star anise dance about on the tongue. The broth is liquid bronze, a subtle sweetness … More Thai Eats – Khao Kha Muu
Most people don’t make it past Pai when north of Chiang Mai, but the quieter, more laidback and much less visited capital of the province, Mae Hong Son is well worth the trip away from the laid out backpacker route. Surrounded by mountains, set in a valley, if the natural beauty of this place … More Mae Hong Son, Thailand
Greasy Spoon – Breakfast Bar and Chip Shop In complete relaxation looking out over the view from the High Bar, I had met someone who had recommended this place, but most importantly mentioned that they serve black pudding. I was in… I had to check this out. Just about every place under the sun here … More Greasy Spoon – Koh Tao, Thailand
Hail to this renowned salad in all its glory. Holder of the quintessential flavours of Thai cuisine. We as travelers and locals alike bow down to you… or at least I do. As you may be able to tell I quite like som tam. I see it on nearly every menu, lots of street stalls, … More Thai Eats – Som Tam (Papaya Salad)
I came to Kanchanaburi for the first time somewhat by fluke. I had met up with a good friend who was in the midst of guiding a tour around and tagged along for a few weeks. Sure enough this brought me here, but not to the Jolly Frog quite yet. Out one night at the Sugar … More Jolly Frog – Kanchanaburi, Thailand
Bowhead whales at 11 o’clock, more at 9 o’clock. They were appearing everywhere around us, with bursts of air from their heavy breath, mist spraying a dozen feet in the crisp Arctic air sparkling in the summer sun. A powerful noise made by a dozen whales surrounding you. The sound of a giant grumbling while … More Igloolik Expedition 2016 – Part 2
I’d only arrived back in Iqaluit a mere 12 hours prior and I was back at the airport on my way to my initial expedition. With a quick stop in Halls Beach, it was just a short jump between islands and there I was… Igloolik. I was looking forward to this for a few different … More Igloolik Expedition 2016 – Part 1
I was in between expeditions staying at the staff house in Iqaluit awaiting in limbo my next departure. I knew where I thought I was going, but things change quickly. It was the morning of my initial flight, an hour before I was to head to the airport and a message came for me. Don’t … More Isolation on Brevoort Island