Monthly Archives: August 2009

Happy Merdeka, Malaysia!

Posted on Monday, 31 August 2009 by nina

With more than 8 hours of sleep, we were all in good spirits today. It was made even better with our first stop: an impromptu tour of the Beryl’s Chocolate Factory in Imbi. It’s not where the chocolates are actually … Continue reading →

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Getting to know Kuala Lumpur bit by bit

Posted on Saturday, 29 August 2009 by nina

Today was actually a pretty off day for all of us. The one-hour delay in the flight meant we didn’t land in Kuala Lumpur International Airport until 9pm, and inside our rooms until midnight. We were all exhausted, but there’s … Continue reading →

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Oh hai, Malaysia!

Posted on Saturday, 29 August 2009 by nina

So many things to write about, but I’m too pooped and I have to be up in less than 8 hours so here’s a short post in bullet points: Laksa!

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Souvenirs by Michael Hughes

Posted on Tuesday, 25 August 2009 by nina

paris fr, originally uploaded by michael_hughes. Michael Hughes shows us a unique way of taking that landmark shot using your own souvenirs. From replicas, CDs, magnets, postcards, mugs, plates and even a lollipop, Michael has you double taking on each … Continue reading →

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By Any Means with Charley Boorman

Posted on Friday, 21 August 2009 by nina

I can’t believe I never got around to blogging about this, but I’m a big fan of Long Way Round and Long Way Down, the motorcycle journey of Ewan McGregor and his best friend, Charley Boorman. Long Way Round was … Continue reading →

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