Posts By David Bowden
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0HistoryHistoric Batavia in an Indonesian Context
Jakarta is known more for the size of its urban sprawl than for an abundance of amazing sights. However, things are changing...
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0Travel MalaysiaFraser’s Hill: Malaysia’s Little Slice of England
Developed a century ago, and seemingly having changed little since then, Fraser’s Hill offers its own unique charm for those keen to...
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0TravelExploring Hoi An and Central Vietnam
Located in the Quang Nam Province of Central Vietnam, Hoi An has been a hive of economic and cultural activity from the...
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0Food & DrinkRomanian Wines: Robust and Refined
It may come as a surprise to some, but Romania is the world’s 13th-largest wine-producing nation, delivering more wine than countries such...
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0Travel MalaysiaFood Trails: Eating Your Way through Kuantan
Among foodies, Kuantan is by no means quite in the same league as places like Penang, Ipoh, or even Kuching, but the...
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0Food & DrinkCalifornia Dreaming: The Mighty Cabernet
This aristocratic grape is considered one of the premium varieties, an elite member of the wine-producing nobility renowned for contributing to some...
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0ChristmasChristmas in Malaysia: Plan Now for a Highlands Holiday
Though the weather outside isn’t exactly frightful, your holidays can still be delightful with a touch of a traditional European-style Christmas in...
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0TravelKoh Samui: Thailand’s Tranquil Island Getaway
With regional tourism slowly opening up again, the beautiful Thai island of Koh Samui will likely be on plenty of travellers’ bucket...
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0Travel MalaysiaThe Allure and Appeal of Malaysia’s North
Once domestic interstate travel is permitted again, a journey to Peninsular Malaysia’s northern states is filled with good food, scenic vistas, and...
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0Food & DrinkBrunello: Italy’s Tuscan Masterpiece Should Be Your Next Special Wine
Savouring the pleasures of wine with good companions is truly one of life’s great joys. Let this overview of Italy’s Brunello di...
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0Travel MalaysiaIs This Selangor’s Best-Kept Secret for a Day Trip?
Though we can’t travel with complete freedom now, David Bowden finds a fascinating part of Selangor called Kuala Kubu Bharu that’s part...
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0Travel MalaysiaUncovering Santubong’s Evolutionary History
Located at the base of the prominent mountain of the same name on the outskirts of Kuching, Santubong may be just a...
