Tag: Asia

Raan Jay Fai and the Grand Palace in Bangkok

ByTravelling Minion April 1, 2021 2 Comments
Today there are two items on our list of things to do in Bangkok. The first is to eat at a Raan Jay Fai and to visit the Grand Palace. Raan Jay Fai Raan Jay Fai is a famous Bangkok street side restaurant. It's one of only a few "street side" type restaurants that have been awarded a Michelin star. So we are excited to give it a try. One of the nuances though, is it's incredibly busy. They do not...

Hopping over to Thailand

ByTravelling Minion March 19, 2021 4 Comments
In November of 2019, I visited Thailand and Malaysia for a short 9 day trip.  Short Thailand Trip? Normally, I like to spend more time exploring a new country. But with some timing constraints I only have a little over a week. So why travel this way instead of going somewhere closer or more relaxing? The first reason, are my friends Cactoose and Gimpy are already in that part of the world. They...

Last day in Taiwan before heading home!

ByTravelling Minion October 22, 2020 1 Comment
National Palace Museum Today is my last full day in Taiwan. After waking up to a downpour and adjusting my activities to more indoor ones, the main stop for today is the National Palace Museum. After picking up a few snacks for breakfast at the Family Mart across the street from my hotel. I then hop on a bus for the half hour ride to the Museum. Upon arriving, I see that the palace grounds are...

Taipei

ByTravelling Minion October 8, 2020 0 Comments
Niu Tien Beef Noodles After having a really great nights rest, I slowly get myself ready for the day ahead. My first stop, given the time I eventually leave my hotel is Niu Tien Beef Noodles. This is a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand rated restaurant and very close to my hotel. So this is to be my first proper meal in Taiwan. Upon entering the store, the friendly wait staff seated me and got me an...

A Weekend in Australia, a Wedding in Sydney

ByTravelling Minion May 9, 2020 2 Comments
Next stop: Sydney, Australia! One of the primary reasons for this trip is to attend 'Physio's' wedding! I visited Physio back in 2017 when he moved to Australia for school. More on that trip here. He ended up meeting someone and is now tying the knot. I'm excited to receive an invitation and attend! But first, I'd need to get there.  SilverKris Lounge Thankfully, because of the choice to stay...

Last day in Singapore

ByTravelling Minion April 27, 2020 1 Comment
Last Day in Singapore Today is my last full day in Singapore and I wanted to spend half of it at the airport. In a previous trip through Singapore Changi Airport I was amazed at how much there was to do there. I wanted to ensure I had enough time to explore it all. So for my last night, I booked a hotel at the airport itself so I didn't have to transit back and fourth just to visit the airport....