2014 ~ Travel convenience

Friday, 28 March 2014

Night at Asakusa Shrine

Posted on 10:34 by Unknown

Asakusa shrine, a shrine that I made a promise to myself that I will return to pay a visit, pray and donate to this shrine whenever I manage to visit Tokyo. Since the year 2007, I have been visiting this shrine at least once per year. My all time favourite spot to visit, I have decided to visit it during late evening for a beautiful night photography. It was cold in the January winter, however the it paid off the effort. Well that's my first travel...

Posted in Asakusa jinja, Asia, Buddhism, Japan, Kaminarimon, Nakamisedori, Night photography, Nikon D3100, Pagoda, Religion, sensoji temple, Shinto, Shopping, shrine, Tokyo, 宝蔵門, 浅草神社、浅草寺、hozomon | No comments

Sunday, 23 March 2014

The New Japan Airlines: A Flight Review

Posted on 06:10 by Unknown

The last 2 times I flew with Japan Airlines were in the year 2008 and 2009. 5 years later in the year 2014, yet again I manage to get the opportunity to fly with the national airlines of Japan. Ever since the take, there have been numerous rebranding since 2011. one of the rebranding strategy was the logo, 'arc of the sun' and stork image inside with red as its color (a remodified 1959-1989 logo)another new rebranding strategy is their economy...

Posted in 4 Star, Airlines Review, Boeing 767-300, economy class, hiroshi abe, inflight entertainment, JAL, Japan, Japan Airlines, Narita, new, penang, seating configuration | 1 comment

Monday, 3 March 2014

Airasia X Premium Flatbed Experience by Optiontown

Posted on 11:38 by Unknown

During my trip back from Taiwan which was an overnight flight of approximately 5 hours, I decided to purchase the Airasia X Premium Flatbed as I need a proper rest for next day's work. Thus my dream of flying Business Class in a long haul flight came true at last. the premium flatbed is equipped with fully 100%, a pillow and a blanket A small LED reading lamp is provided for night flightElectrical socket is also provided for laptop or charging...

Posted in 75%, Airasia X, Airlines Review, Budget Airlines, Business Class, Complete Pak Nasser's Nasi Lemak, how to, optiontown, Premium Flatbed Seat, review, upgrade cost, World's Best Low-Cost Airlines | No comments

Monday, 24 February 2014

Hostel Review: NiHao @ Taipei Hostel

Posted on 08:15 by Unknown

I have stumbled upon this hostel thanks to my friend who have found this cosy place during our stay for a night in Taipei before heading to Kaohsiung for a friend's wedding. Upon returning from Kaohsiung, I have decided to stay in Taipei for 3 more nights and made a reservation in NiHao @ Taipei Hostel.NiHao @ Taipei Hostel using an fun alien galaxy theme to attract travellers. 'Ni Hao' is a basic greeting in mandarin Chinese which means 'how are...

Posted in 5 bed room, Accommodations, affordable, Asia, backpackers, Bunk Bed, Capsule, environmental friendly, fun, green practice, Hostel and Guesthouse Review, Matchbox, NiHao @ Taipei Hostel, staff, Taipei, Taiwan, Travel | No comments

Saturday, 22 February 2014

Convenient and Smooth Intercity Travel on the Taiwan Bullet Train

Posted on 04:18 by Unknown

Travelling inter-city in Taiwan has never been this convenient. Last year was my very first trip to Taiwan to attend my Taiwanese friend's wedding in Kaohsiung. Having arrived at Taoyuan International Airport, if I decided to ride on the bus, it would take me at least 4 hours to reach Kaohsiungcity . The Taiwan Bullet Train or better known as Taiwan HSR (High Speed Rail) will transport you from one end to another end in approximately 1 hour 30 minutes...

Posted in affordable, Asia, Bullet Train, convenient, discount tickets, fast, HSR, shinkansen technology, standard seat, Taiwan High Speed Rail, transportation | No comments

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