About
Nothing happier than traveling around the world, and meeting people and friends, while sharing my journeys and joyousness through my blog.
When I was still a kid in primary school, my friends asked me “What do you want to do when you grow up?”.
My standard answer to them was always “Cycle around the world.”
They would then ask “Why must you cycle? Why can’t you take a normal public transport?”
I would then rant “Because I am banned from my parents to own a bicycle! This is the only dream vehicle that I want to get my ass onto!”
Yeah, very pathetic. I used to be a protected kid that cycling in the street was strictly prohibited from my parents. So I never owned a bicycle when most of my friends had at least a bicycle at home. Seeing the world has been my lifelong dream since kid. Cycling is just to satisfy my childhood’s desire.
When I was a kid, I always day dreamed in the class looking out the window hoping a gigantic monster would appear from the mountain to attack my school. I used to spend few hours pondered about how the earth was created and who actually operated the earth. I almost convinced myself that far far away, there was another galaxy where the kids in a school in a planet of that galaxy were given a project to create a planet in our galaxy. Earth is one of the projects/creations from a school kid. UFOs, ghosts, mermaids, Egypt Pyramids and etc were all the continuous reflections during my leisure time.
There was once my friend asked me “If there was a new found planet where no human has landed there before and the government would like to send the first batch of experimenters to the planet, would you volunteer yourself?”
I thought for a while and said “Yes.”
Then my friend was like “You shouldn’t take the risk like this, you should let others to experiment the planet before you go. What if there were a lot of monsters in the planet?”
Me “Hmm… true also…”
Ok, all these grandmother’s stories indicate that I was a very curious kid who had a million of questions about the earth and wanted to see the world so much that I eventually grow up to be a passionate travel lover. When I was in my early 20s, fresh graduated from college with pathetic savings in my bank account and the biscuit tin under my bed, I drained my savings and took my Malaysian Ringgit (no currency value!) to the money exchange counter to exchange my Ringgit notes to Euro notes so that I could hop on to the plane to fly to Italy. That was a very expensive trip for my financial situation during my early 20s. And the bloody Euro was so strong few years back that it was RM1 = Euro 5+! But it was my best trip ever and I never regret it. Italy is just so beautiful that it worths every single cent that I spent.
What Do I Do Now to Satisfy my Travel Desire
I do travel every year but it doesn’t really satisfy me. I want more than just a short holiday so that I can actually spend a longer time in a place and to simply blend into the local culture. I have spent almost a year to hypnotize myself to quit my great job that paid well as an IT Auditor in Ernst & Young into believing that only travel can complete my life. It doesn’t mean that I’m going to abandon my family and forever roaming in foreign countries. I just need a good one year to experience a traveling life, a life that has no more 9 to 5 routine rat race, a life that you can completely free yourself to enjoy the colors of the world.
After a year of studying and researching blogging techniques and reading many inspiring travel blogs, I finally took the courage to quit my job to bet for a better future. My new life has just begun and I’m looking forward to see some achievements in my baby, my lovely Travel & Living Bliss website.
To escape from the rat race is my goal, to travel freely is my dream, to attract loyal readers to my travel blog is my inspiration. I’m setting up this blog as an initiative to move towards my dreams. Your visits, your comments and your contributions are essential to bring me closer to my dreams.
Where Have I Been
Malaysia – My own country. I’m planning to visit all possible places in west Malaysia by June 2010.
Europe – Italy, Switzerland, Monaco, Vatican, Austria, Slovakia, Germany, France, Czech Republic and Hungary.
Australia – Sydney and Melbourne. I miss the little penguins in Phillips Island so so so much!
Singapore – Hotels there are way too expensive.
Bangkok – Have been there a few times and still want to visit it again if I have a chance.
Jakarta – For business.
Laos – Love the nature, tranquility and spirituality of the country.
Sri Lanka – An exotic island with colorful history and beautiful beaches.
Bali Island – Love the beautiful culture.
Phuket Island – Love the sunshine and the crowds.
Sipadan Island – Diving Paradise! You should look at my diving photos and videos in the blog.
China – Shanghai, Hang Zhou, Su Zhou, Nan Jing, Jiu Zhai Gou.
What I love about Malaysia
Malaysia is rich in culture, heritage, and tropical rainforests. It’s a great place for those who love outdoor adventures. I have spent my weekends on all sorts of outdoor activities like hiking and trekking. I have conquered Tabur Hill, Broga Hill, Mount Datuk, Gasing Hill and several hills in west Malaysia. I have been to several parks just to explore the waterfalls. Cave exploration can be as fun as well, like Batu Caves, Gua Tempurung and so on.
There are a lot of beautiful beaches in Malaysia for those who love sunbathing and diving. I’ve been to Redang Island, Langkawi Island, Sipadan Island, Perhentian Island, and many more that are yet to be posted in my blog. It’s sad if I don’t complete my journeys in Malaysia before discovering the rest of the world.
What is my Next Big Plan
To visit central Europe where my brother is staying now, and to visit Taiwan where my cousin is staying now.
How you can Contribute
This blog won’t be complete without the sharing of your experiences. If you are passionate about traveling and would like to share your experiences, photos and travel tips to the readers, we love to hear from you. You can send in your articles by contacting us at shelynssl@gmail.com.
This is an inspiring way to link all the travelers together and to offer the exposure of the writing skills for those who love writing and sharing. We encourage link exchange with those who maintain travel blogs as well. Leave me a comment or an email at shelynssl@gmail.com for link exchange.
Remember to follow me on Twitter.
Malaysia Travel Tips
Planning to visit Malaysia? Feel free to drop me email or comment if you require any tips about Malaysia, e.g. transportation, budget hotel, places of interest, local food, and so on. We would love to share as much as we can.
Happy reading!
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Hi Shelyn,
I’m new to your blog but I love it already. My condolences to your grandfather. I’ve never been to a Chinese funeral before. Please bear with me as I read through your posts.
By the way, would you be interested in exchanging links? I’ve already added you to my blogroll.
Monica
Hi Nomadic and Monica, sorry for the late reply.
I would love to exchange more links with you, Nomadic.
I’ve added you, Monica.
Thanks for visiting!
Hi Shelyn,
I was wondering if you’d like to exchange links. We have a new links page and would like to exchange with you.
Thanks,
Paul @
TravMonkey.com
Hi Shelyn,
Thanks for sharing your interesting travel stories, i was goggling bkt tabur when i found your blog.
You can facebook me to check my pics too.
TQ.
Hi Thomas,
How do I facebook you? What is your full name or email address in facebook?
Hi Shelyn,
Came a across your blog, would like to check with you whether or not you’ll be intereted in contributing to a travel show.
Thanks,
Hi Shelyn,
While surfing I caught my eyes on your blog. This is a very interesting & fascinating work you have done.
Also its sad to see that you have missed lot of places in Sri Lanka while your tour. Actually I’m a small travel agent who plan total holiday in Sri Lanka as a customized trip planner. Specially for Safari, Bird Watching, Ancient Ruins, Beaches, Hill Country, Honeymoon visits & Many more… Also I have registered for all the hotels in Sri Lanka, so its my pleasure if you are or any of your friends visiting Sri Lanka give my service for them. You can reach me on following ways,
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Cheers,
Nirudaka (Niru)
I’m new to your blog but I love it already. My condolences to your grandfather. I’ve never been to a Chinese funeral before. Please bear with me as I read through your posts.
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I’m new to your blog but I love it already. My condolences to your grandfather. I’ve never been to a Chinese funeral before. Please bear with me as I read through your posts.+1
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Hi, what a nice blog you have! Malaysia is my favourite destination, we go every year. Perhentian and KL are my favourite destinations in Malaysia. I see you dive too. My friends have a diveresort at Pulau Perhentian, its beautiful there. check on their website: http://www.bubblesdc.com
And if you ever want to visit the Netherlands, check my new blog, http://www.exploreholland.blogspot.com There is not much info at the moment as I just started, but want to update it recently we new info. Have fun!
cheers, Ilse
Great site. Let me know when you visit Panama.
Cheers.
Very lovely site. Was googling for Jonker Walk earlier. And amazing your site came up with nice simple info and photos. And then saw your Bali page / category. I love Bali and have been doing motorbike expeditions throughout half of the island now. Will be reading all your articles on Bali tonight. Enjoy your weekend – Den
Hi! I would like to swap links with your site. My blog is http://www.travelocafe.com. I’ve already added you under my “Links” section on my page. Thank you!
I’m also looking for guest bloggers. Please let me know if you’d be interested in being featured on Travelocafe.
Regards, Laura
hi,
i am alfred. we have a travel magazine called MySiok. u can find it in malaysia major book stores. i do need a freelance travel writer like you for my travel column.
please mail me if you have any question. Thanks.
Alfred Chiew
Hi Shelyn,
I\’m new to your blog, I stumbled upon it when I searched for diving at Tulamben. I\’m definitely going to read up on your travels in no time.
Btw, I\’m adding you to my blog list. Can you add me too? I just recently started my blog, and there\’ll be more to come!
Hi Cindy,
Added your blog link. I would like to inform you but your blog doesn’t allow me to post the comment.
hey Shelyn,
First off, wanna link exchange?
Secondly and more importantly, where in Malaysia are you from?! I’m moving to KL next month to study my masters!
johnny
Hi Johnny,
Sure, it would be great to have link exchange with you.
I’m from KL. Which institute will you be studying at?
Shelyn
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Hi Shelyn,
This is Alan fm Singapore.
Pls forgive my website which is for companies, but ur site realy need SEO even some basic work if U want to be seen in some gernal search terms. U can work on urself by rework the title, tag, description and most essential one is the content.
Good luck.
Alan
Hello Shelyn
Just want to drop by and say hello…I saw your criticize comment at Nomadic Matt travel blog about my travel blog: akademifantasia.org – (thank you
)
“I stumbled about this travel website: http://www.akademifantasia.org/.. it’s Malaysian’s blog, which the domain name is very misleading. Akademifantasia is actually a very famous tv show in Malaysia that has nothing to do with traveling at all. But never mind about the name. When I went through most of its posts, all the photos and most of the contents are actually excerpted from other sources and they aren’t interesting to me at all. But somehow this website is doing great with very excellent number of visitors and subscribers. I wonder how does it work. Maybe your opinion would help to answer my doubt.”
Here is my comment for your website: You got such a nice travel site. Good job on that. But like Alan said, u need SEO to make it better. Your website has lots of potential. If given to me, I can make your website have at least 1000 visitors per day in just a week or so…I just don’t have time to share my knowledge or making ebook like Matt’s did. Too busy with real work…
Everybody is different and that what makes life interesting…
Huzaifah
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Hi Matt,
Yes, you may send me a mail to my mailbox at shelynssl@gmail.com. Thanks.
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Great website!
Don’t forget to tell your brother to drop by Holland. He know I will take good care of you guys
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Hi Kevin,
No time to drop by this time, we’re going back to M’sia tomorrow already. Maybe next time
How did you get to know my website?
Cheers,
Shelyn
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Hi there Shelyn,
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Looking forward to hearing from you!
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Hi Dale Davidson,
Thanks for visiting my website. I’ve just back from Central Europe and going to Singapore soon. Is there anything I can do for you?
Cheers,
Shelyn
i think u r cute girl..
How do you get to SIngapore? using tour package? which is the best?
Hi Shelyn,
I am a newbie to your blog and am loving it! Very informative indeed and thanks for sharing your travel experience. Keep it up your good work!
All the best ya!
Cheers,
Angie
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Would you like to exchange links ? I will put you in my blogroll.
Thanks
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Crikey, you’ve really been everywhere. I bet you you’re going through your passports like we go through eye-liner
You’re very lucky to be able to see the world. I bet it does wonders for your view on life and your “big picture” ideas on the world eh? Has it changed you a lot?
One thing I noticed is that you haven’t been to Pulau Tioman yet. Is that still on your list? It’s such a popular destination in Malaysia, perhaps even the most popular. It is, in fact, our home away from home. We’re real Tioman regulars, just can’t get enough of it. Make sure you drop in some day oki?
Bon voyage