Most travellers have a favourite airline or airport, even a favourite type of aircraft. As a frequent flyer, I’ve become a huge fan of Airbus planes. My favourite aircraft is still the Airbus A340 series (I have yet to fly with the A380). I love its sleek structure, the curvy wings and its spacious cabin [...]
Travel etiquette: local customs & laws
Acquaint yourself with the local customs and laws of your destination Before you leave, it’s worthwhile to research the local customs of the country you’re visiting. Each culture has its own customs and laws, some of which would seem downright quirky, and being oblivious to these might get you into trouble, and may even result [...]
velvet escape’s ‘Lone Traveller’ series (9)
Things to do when you’re travelling alone: make new friends One of the great things about travelling alone is that it makes you a lot more approachable. There will be countless opportunities to meet new people. So, take good advantage of these factors and make some new friends along the way. Take the time to [...]
velvet escape’s Culinary Journey: Ubud
What: Roasted suckling pig (‘babi guling’) Where: Bu Oka (Ubud, Bali, Indonesia) Note: The roasted pork is served with rice, vegetables and pickles on a bamboo platter. Bu Oka is an institution in Ubud and is wildly popular amongst both locals and tourists. Read more on Bali. Read more on velvet escape’s Culinary Journey.
Travel etiquette: learn ‘Thank you’ in the local language
I read an article on MSNBC recently about types of tourists who are “killing” tourism. Some of the examples were all too familiar: like the piling of plates at the buffet spread. No, I’m not guilty! Anyway, inspired by that article, I’ve decided to start a new series on travel etiquette. This series will feature [...]
East African safaris
“I once had a house in Africa [pronounced 'Aa-fri-kah' in a heavy Scandinavian accent ]” (Meryl Streep in the movie ‘Out of Africa’). Those words resounded constantly through my mind when I travelled around Kenya and Tanzania. The scenes from the movie of endless wind-swept plains, flocks of flamingos and herds of wildebeest were etched [...]
Air Asia X: Next stop, USA
In an interview today, the CEO of Air Asia X announced that the airline is planning to fly to the USA from Kuala Lumpur and/or London, possibly by the end of this year. Air Asia X launched its first long-haul low cost service to London from Kuala Lumpur earlier this month. More than 50,000 tickets [...]
velvet escape’s Culinary Journey: Fremantle
What: freshly shucked oysters with a cucumber and mint salsa, accompanied by a crisp Margaret River Sauvignon Blanc. Where: The Mussel Bar, Fremantle, Western Australia. Fremantle is an ocean-side town with gorgeous heritage buildings, a 20-minute train ride from Perth. Note: The oysters were incredibly fresh and, coupled with a light cucumber and mint salsa, were [...]
Spotlight: East Malaysia
East Malaysia comprises the two states of Sabah and Sarawak on the island of Borneo. The region boasts some of the most diverse flora and fauna in the world, top-notch diving spots, stunning beaches, a fascinating history involving headhunters and white kings, breathtaking landscapes and atmospheric towns. A wide network of air, bus and boat [...]
HotelClub Easter deals
Check out HotelClub for some really good Easter break deals. I’ve listed a small selection below: Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel ***** From EUR 129 Sheraton Hotel & Towers Brussels**** From EUR 89 Le Meridien Etoile Hotel Paris**** From EUR 140 Premier Residence Bangkok**** From USD 36 Mercure Hotel Sydney**** From USD 149 Save up to [...]
About Keith Jenkins
I'm Keith Jenkins. In July 2008, I left my ten-year banking career to travel around the world. I've not looked back since.
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