BEN SOUTHALL 5 words/phrases that describe Myanmar: Happy, welcoming, naturally diverse, exciting, hot and dusty What seems to make the Myanmar people happy? I’d have to say – life. There were very few occasions I ever caught an Burmese person looking glum or […]
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EXIT INTERVIEWS: BEST OF THAILAND
SOPHEE SOUTHALL 5 words/phrases that describe Thailand: smile-stimulating, easy, energetic, picturesque, peaceful What seems to make Thais happy? First and foremost, they seem to find joy in their families. The Thai family unit is very strong. Relatives work, play, live and grow together – they truly […]
SE ASIA – THE SECRET BEHIND THE SMILES
I glance at a stranger tucked in a shop doorway and see a face smiling from ear to ear. An unconditional, unreserved grin that’s warm and heartfelt. The same response is played out over and over again during our time […]
STREET ART: BREATHING LIFE INTO KL
Ben and I completely fell in love with Singapore, for its vibrancy, relentless energy and mind-blowing architecture. We expected Kuala Lumpur to make a similar impression, but it turned out to be a very different city. While the people were just as lovely […]
EXIT INTERVIEWS: BEST OF SINGAPORE
BEN SOUTHALL 5 words that describe Singapore: Modern, Controlled, Eclectic, Man-made, Exciting. What seems to make Singaporeans happy? Food. What seems to make Singaporeans unhappy? The drive for money. Did you ever feel out of your comfort zone while […]
