Asia
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Bak Kut Teh (BKT) Pork Soup Recipe – Singapore’s Hokkien Style
Read more: Bak Kut Teh (BKT) Pork Soup Recipe – Singapore’s Hokkien StyleI am sure you are wondering what does “bak kut teh” mean and aren’t you from Missouri, Tom?!? Yes, yes, still the same Tom here, but my wife, Priscilla is from the faraway land of Singapore where “bak kut teh” in Hokkien translates to “meat bone tea.” This soup was developed as a hearty meal…
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Singapore – Exploring the “Red Dot”
Read more: Singapore – Exploring the “Red Dot”Singapore is an island that is also a city and a country at the Southeastern tip of continental Asia. The locals call it the “Red Dot” because it is so darn small… It sits close to the equator, ensuring a predictable 12-hour sunlight everyday of the year, and an amazingly humid tropical weather year round. This…
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Japan Adventures – Tokyo and Kyoto – Travel with Tom and Priscilla
Read more: Japan Adventures – Tokyo and Kyoto – Travel with Tom and PriscillaTom and Priscilla embarked on a memorable journey to Japan. The efficient and orderly country surprised them at every turn, from navigating the city with no street names to indulging in delicious culinary experiences at local eateries. Their exploration of Tokyo and Kyoto revealed a blend of tradition and modernity, leaving them intrigued by Japan’s…
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Bali, Indonesia – The Tropical Experience (2015)
Read more: Bali, Indonesia – The Tropical Experience (2015)Bali Indonesia Adventure with Tom & Priscilla Bali was a short getaway from the city of Singapore, where we escaped the concrete jungle for a little oasis of greenery on the Indian Ocean. It is one of thousands of islands that make up Indonesia, where it had for years, attracted a low-key group of tourists…
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Pondicherry, India – City of Amazing Colors (2015)
Read more: Pondicherry, India – City of Amazing Colors (2015)Travel with Tom and Priscilla to Pondicherry India We had an amazing afternoon in Pondicherry as our final stop on our voyage South in India. The city has a uniquely European and cosmopolitan feel with an abundance of history tucked in every corner. Take a walk through the town with us as we explore Pondicherry!…
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A Night at the Dune Eco Village Resort near Pondicherry, India (2015)
Read more: A Night at the Dune Eco Village Resort near Pondicherry, India (2015)Priscilla had found the Eco Village Resort as a pretty well rated place to stay, but at $40 bucks a night, I was let’s just say a bit skeptical… Wow was I wrong! This is true paradise that feels as if you have been dropped onto another planet of beauty and lifestyle. To find the…
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Mahabalipuram Underwater City, India (2015)
Read more: Mahabalipuram Underwater City, India (2015)Driving in India is always an adventure and the first few minutes in the car will surely confirm that you are not in Illinois anymore. Our friends Anusha and Barath had arranged for a driver for us and for good reason, because the Indian style of driving is absolutely best left to the professionals. Once…
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Chennai, India – Street Photos and Videos (2015)
Read more: Chennai, India – Street Photos and Videos (2015)We went to the faraway place called India… It is a completely different world for this Midwestern boy. We visited in 2015 to attend a friend’s wedding in Chennai and then had a few days for exploring. The weather proved to be quite challenging during our visit with torrential downpours and flooding. When Chennai floods,…