Not Your Typical Tourist

5 months into operation, Malaysia’s Tourist Refund Scheme is still as hazy as our current weather. I just claimed VAT

September 13, 2015 Not Your Typical Tourist

Mouthwatering Teochew Mooncakes from Setapak Teochew Restaurant

A thoughtful friend just brought in Setapak Teochew Restaurant’s Teochew Mooncakes all the way from Kuala Lumpur for me, when she

Malaysia

September 12, 2015 Not Your Typical Tourist

Dinner at IKEA Restaurant & Cafe

I have enjoyed countless meals at IKEA Restaurant & Cafe, but it has always been for lunch. Or even breakfast.

All In Between

September 10, 2015 Not Your Typical Tourist

One More Week To Go Countdown Message

My super excited niece shared this on our Whatsapp group chat, which includes her parents and of course, me and

Malaysia

September 9, 2015 Not Your Typical Tourist

Visiting a new mother and her newborn baby

Meng, a friend just delivered her first newborn, and I am thankful that I am in town to pay her

Thailand

September 8, 2015 Not Your Typical Tourist

How to claim Thailand VAT refund in 3 easy steps

Thai government levy 7% Value Added Tax (VAT), on goods and services. It is possible to get your tax refund

Malaysia

September 5, 2015 Not Your Typical Tourist

103-year old legacy mooncake from Setapak Teochew Restaurant

You know you have succeded as a team lead, when you’re still being sought after you part your way with your

Malaysia Thailand

September 4, 2015 Not Your Typical Tourist

Where to get the best exchange rate in Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur?

People say money makes the world go round. But I say, money brings you a-round the world, and realize your travel dream.

Thailand

September 2, 2015 Not Your Typical Tourist

Quick Guide: Chatuchak Market on Weekdays

Friends think that I have answers to everything in Bangkok, from transportation, to where to buy this and that. And