Booking into Star Mabul Lodge on the island of Mabul off the coast of Sabah, Borneo was one of the worst decisions travel decisions I have made. This is a negative review, but I am aware that there were some great things about the place such as the staff and …
Sepilok Forest Edge Resort, Borneo, Malaysia – Accommodation Review
Finding a piece of luxury on a backpackers budget is no easy feat. But that is exactly why I got when I booked into Sepilok Forest Edge Resort. Wooden bungalows set in the jungle with fantastic food, and a pool. What more could you want?! There are three reasons why …
Easy and Cheap 2-Minute Noodle Steak Stir-Fry Recipe
I am always after a cheap and easy meal to throw together when I am travelling, I also love watching cooking shows. Therefore I like the challenge of taking a recipe I have seen and making a cheaper and healthier version of it. This 2-minute noodle steak stir-fry recipe was …
Why You Should Visit Turtle Island in Borneo
Borneo’s turtle island is a once in a lifetime experience. A chance to get up close and personal with some of this planets ancient creatures, in a sustainable and environmentally supportive way. Who doesn’t love turtles? Not loving turtles is like not loving puppies or kittens. They are amazing creatures …
How to Dive in Borneo on a Budget
Heading to Malaysia and want to do something adventurous? I suggest going for a dive in Sabah, Borneo, in particular the island of Mabul. The diving in Borneo is spectacular, the water is warm and clear, the wildlife is plentiful and the people are friendly. If you are a dive …
Scuba Junkie’s, Mabul, Borneo – Accommodation Review
Not booking more time at Scuba Junkie’s Resort on Mabul, Borneo was one of the worst decisions I have ever made. Ok, maybe that is a little bit of an exaggeration… I have definitely made worse decisions, but this one is definitely in my top 20. So why did I …
Top Tips for the Everyday Person Climbing Mt Kinabalu
Climbing Mt Kinabalu was simultaneously one of the hardest things I have ever done… and one of the most rewarding. I have never felt so miserable and yet so determined. So elated yet exhausted. So cold and yet excited. Everything about the experience was a challenge which drew me far …
A Taste of Borneo Cooking Class – Review
Doing a Borneo cooking class is a must for anyone who is visiting the island. It is a unique opportunity to taste and experience food that is authentically Bornean. I was staying in the district of Sabah on Borneo, which is one of the Malaysian sections of the island. I …
Interesting and Fun Things to do in Canberra, Australia’s Capital City!
There are loads of interesting and fun things to do in Canberra if you know where to go, I always say that a local’s guide to any city is the key to unlocking its hidden gems. Well lucky for you, I am a former Canberran, having spent my formative years …
Alas! Another a walk in the South of France
Escaping to the South of France for a week of relaxation wasn’t just great for the body but also amazing for the soul. Everyday I took myself out for a walk, sometimes I would visit mountain lakes, other times I would wander through the cobbled streets of historical towns and …