Posts By David Bowden
-
0TravelExploring Australia’s Great Southwest
If stunning scenery, wide-open spaces, delectable cuisine, and world-class wines sound like a recipe for a memorable holiday, David Bowden has just...
-
0Food & DrinkFrom the spiky to the scaly: 5 tropical fruits in Malaysia you should try
It’s hard not to visit a Malaysian market and be captivated by the unusual tropical fruits available. These range from the big...
-
0TravelOn the heritage trail: discovering Melaka’s colonial charm
Melaka is one of Malaysia’s best-known centres of heritage, a city with a long and interesting history. Travel photojournalist David Bowden puts...
-
0TravelPerak’s gem, Ipoh is moving into the spotlight
Roughly halfway between Penang and Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh delights visitors with its blend of heritage, great scenery, food, and the famous Ipoh...
-
0Culture & ReligionHassle-free heritage: Exploring the delights of Da Nang in central Vietnam
This modest heritage city offers all of the charms of Vietnam with none of the big-city hassles.
-
0TravelExploring Pakse: A journey to areas less-travelled in Laos
While Laos is one of the region’s least populated and poorest countries, it offers travellers a refreshing change from bustling cities and...
-
016Travel5 hidden attractions in northwestern Penang Island
While history and culture buffs choose the UNESCO World Heritage precinct of George Town, and leisure seekers prefer the beachfront along Batu...
-
02TravelHitting the road: an excursion to the East Coast of peninsular Malaysia
Reasonable beaches, a relaxed pace of life, several good resorts, and varied recreational possibilities make the East Coast an appealing proposition
-
0TravelDiscovering Phuket’s hidden charm
Eschewing the more frequented tourist areas of Phuket, photojournalist David Bowden explores the quieter northwest coastal areas of the popular Thai island...
-
0TravelHanging from the Rafters: Bangkok’s Rooftop Bars
Bangkok is seen as a trendsetter in many ways, and some of the region’s first rooftop bars and restaurants opened in the...
-
017TravelCameron Highlands: a cool retreat in the Malaysian mountains
Cameron Highlands was developed by the Colonial British almost a century ago and is still a popular location for residents and visitors...
-
07TravelMulu, Sarawak: a luxury retreat in Borneo’s wilderness
Many of today’s travellers want an authentic back to nature experience, but still want a little modern comfort and pampering at the...
