Travel & Expat Blog

Expat Living in Kuala Lumpur: Why it’s the best in Asia

By Travel Mermaid September 1, 2018September 10, 2018 In Asia Pacific, Malaysia, Travel 0 expat life, Kuala Lumpur 14

As I write this post, I’m still amazed that I’ve been living in Kuala Lumpur for a year and a half already. It’s been hard to keep me in one place for longer than 12 months since I left London in 2011, but so far KL is keeping my expat/posh gypsy feet very firmly on the ground.

How To Get To Koh Phangan from Bangkok & Kuala Lumpur

By Travel Mermaid August 14, 2018August 15, 2018 In Asia Pacific, Thailand, Travel 0 koh phangan, Thailand 12

The ultimate ‘how to’ guide for getting to one of Thailand’s best islands, Koh Phangan. It includes flight, train and bus options, as well as links to make bookings.

Koh Phangan Thrills: Kiteboarding Asia (KBA) Review

By Travel Mermaid August 13, 2018August 22, 2018 In Asia Pacific, Thailand, Travel 0 adventure, kiteboarding 12

Sometimes we want a holiday to take us far away from our 9 to 5, put us through our paces and push us out of our comfort zone.

Best Value For Money Hotels in Koh Phangan

By Travel Mermaid August 10, 2018August 13, 2018 In Asia Pacific, Thailand, Travel 0 hotels, Koh Phangnan 14

Since its flower-power days, Koh Phangan has been branded a ‘budget’ island with backpacker style accommodation. But all that is changing. With plenty of mid-range hotels and a decent pick of luxury alternatives, its an island that caters for all holiday budgets.