Month: September 2020

Enemy in Tioman aka Don’t Believe All Strangers Who Act Like Friends

Sonia September 20, 2020 28 Comments
The minute I set my foot on the island, I'm in awe. Lush greenery, steamy jungle anywhere you look, friendly vibe in the air and pristine sea. 'This is a paradise,' I tell myself. The ride from Tekek village to Juara only accentuates my impressions. Ejoy, the manager of the resort and a very nice guy, skillfully manoeuvres his 4x4 through the hilly terrain, serpentines, and narrow paths. 'This...

Falling in love with Tioman – Part 1

Sonia September 11, 2020 34 Comments
Tioman is touted as a paradise by many and rightfully so. There is a reason why many long-term visitors will swear by it and there's also a reason why it took me almost 5 years to attest to that too. Frankly, it is a bit pain to get to. But that works to its advantage because otherwise it wouldn't be a paradise. Imagine a former colleague of mine has been there almost 20 times! Another friend,...