malaysia – a Nomad's Dream

Reflections on a Year Abroad

12 Jul

It’s crazy how fast time flies when you’re having fun. A year ago – on Olivia’s first birthday – we boarded the plane in Calgary and made our way to Chiang Mai, Thailand. Fast forward one year and we’re celebrating ... Read more »

Looking back at a year of travel

8 Jan

Sunset at the beach – Koh Lanta, Thailand A new year has started and many new travel adventures lie ahead. As we start out the new year we also want to look back at 2012. It’s the year that changed ... Read more »

Melaka, Malaysia – How NOT to Buy Sunglasses

12 Dec

Wearing Aviator Sunglasses next to a Buddha Statue

This is me sporting my new aviator sunglasses at breakfast in Melaka, Malaysia a few months ago. Pretty cool, no? That’s what I thought, when I spotted them at Jonker Street night market the evening prior. And they actually fit ... Read more »

Internet Access in South East Asia

14 Nov

Two adapters in one outlet charging three devices

Since 100% of our income comes through the internet, having access to it (the internet) has always been a huge priority for us on our travels. Yes, there have been days where we have gone without it, but for the ... Read more »