Temples, Temples, Temples I wasn’t going to go to Luang Prabang. After a busy year at work I was planning nearly three weeks off to relax and do a little bit of exploring in South East Asia. It was supposed to be a relaxing trip around Thailand but I couldn’t resist sneaking in a few … Continue reading 36 hours in Luang Prabang
Review Qatar Airways Business Class Stockholm (ARN) to Singapore (SIN): reverse herringbone vs Qsuites (A350-900 / B787-800 vs A350-900 / 1000)
So many times when I sit down to write these reviews and I think back through all the details of the flight I can't help but think 'what the hell were you thinking?' about at least 2 or 3 features of the plane, the seat, the service. And then along came Qatar with its more … Continue reading Review Qatar Airways Business Class Stockholm (ARN) to Singapore (SIN): reverse herringbone vs Qsuites (A350-900 / B787-800 vs A350-900 / 1000)
Hiking Trolltunga – everything you need to know
Why hike Trolltunga? For the ‘gram! No, I kid, there are much easier ways to get cool photos for your social media than hiking over 20km up river and down dale. Trolltunga is a beautiful hike that takes you through completely different landscapes, from shallow lakes, to mossy rocks, panoramic views over the fjord below, … Continue reading Hiking Trolltunga – everything you need to know
Mountains, Fjords and Fish – a one week summer itinerary for Norway
One week in Norway I’ve planned lots of road trips over the years and I have to say this was one of the hardest to put together. Norway is vast and punctuated like a doily with rivers and fjords meaning a lot roads suddenly turn into ferry crossings which can add some unexpected time. Add … Continue reading Mountains, Fjords and Fish – a one week summer itinerary for Norway
Flight report – Finnair business class Airbus A330 and A350
Review of Finnair business class A330 London to Helsinki and A350 Helsinki to Seoul I’m a sucker for an airline that gives me slippers. Well done Finnair on joining the slipper list – sporty grey felt numbers twice as long as my feet but comfy none the less (and robust enough to wear to the … Continue reading Flight report – Finnair business class Airbus A330 and A350
Flight report – British Airways business class (Club World) 787-9 Dreamliner
Flight report – British Airways business class (Club World) 787-9 Dreamliner Flight: BA33 / BA34 London Heathrow Aircraft: Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner Seat: 7E (for both journeys) What lounges are available to British Airways business passengers in Heathrow Terminal 5? You would typically have access to any One World business lounge with a British Airways Club … Continue reading Flight report – British Airways business class (Club World) 787-9 Dreamliner
Flight Report: Emirates Airbus A380 vs Emirates Boeing 777 Business Class
Review of Emirates Airlines Airbus A380 Business Class LGW to DXB and Emirates Boeing 777 Business Class Dubai to Kuala Lumpur There are 6 flights a day to Dubai from Heathrow, 3 from Gatwick and 1 from Stansted, making a total of 10 flights a day on Emirates from London to Dubai. I recently flew … Continue reading Flight Report: Emirates Airbus A380 vs Emirates Boeing 777 Business Class
What to do on an 8 hour layover in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur is a major hub for traveling to various destinations across Asia, but what happens if you end up with a long layover? This has happened to me when connecting onwards to Indonesia and KLIA is not exactly the most luxurious or exciting airport to kill more than a couple of hours in. My … Continue reading What to do on an 8 hour layover in Kuala Lumpur
Where to eat in Kuala Lumpur at any price point
Where to eat in Kuala Lumpur at any price point Kuala Lumpur pretty much feels like one big food hall. In any mall or in any street you can eat pretty much every cuisine in the world and, what’s more, it’ll be pretty good. There’s food at every price point from world leading fine dining … Continue reading Where to eat in Kuala Lumpur at any price point
Orkid Ria Restaurant – new contender for my ‘best meals ever’
I didn’t think I’d be updating this list so soon, but after a mind blowing meal in Langkawi I am forced to add to my list of my best ever meals, making it a top 8, rather than top 7. You can read the full list here. This legendary no-frills seafood restaurant just off of … Continue reading Orkid Ria Restaurant – new contender for my ‘best meals ever’
