Searching for My Shangri La: Travels in S E Asia

Searching for My Shangri La is the author's second book on the region, following Midlife Meanderings in SE Asia. It details a journey from southern Thailand to Malaysia, exploring the islands of Langkawi and Penang, crossing the Straits of Malacca to Medan, and then to Singapore, Macau, and southwest China. The book also includes a voyage of discovery of the Yunnan Province to the edge of the Himalayas.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 184 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2024
Publisher: Troubador Publishing

Searching for My Shangri La is the author's second book on the region, following Midlife Meanderings in SE Asia. It chronicles the author's ongoing, unstructured journey through this captivating part of the world on a shoestring budget.

The author primarily relied on public transportation, embarking on a journey that took them from southern Thailand to Malaysia, exploring the islands of Langkawi and Penang. From there, they boarded a boat to cross the Straits of Malacca and reach Medan, the capital of Indonesia, located to the north of the vast island state of Sumatra.

After an exhilarating and often challenging expedition southward, the author found himself facing Singapore and needed to take a ferry to continue his journey by air to Hong Kong. After a thorough exploration of this former British Colonial outpost, a fast ferry transported him to Macau. A few days were spent in this vibrant former Portuguese colony, preparing for an exciting exploration of southwest China and a comprehensive voyage of discovery of the Yunnan Province, reaching the edge of the Himalayas.

Returning to Thailand meant embarking on a peculiar journey down the Mekong, flanked by Burma and Laos. Once reacquainted with northern Thailand, there were a few days before the author had to head to Bangkok for their flight back to the UK.

This captivating book offers a firsthand account of the author's adventures, showcasing their determination, resourcefulness, and passion for exploration in a challenging and diverse region. It provides valuable insights into the local culture, history, and natural beauty of the places visited, making it a must-read for anyone with an interest in Southeast Asia.

Weight: 294g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781805142232