About Shawn KHIK

Wanderlust and gamer, Shawn spent a good portion of his life travelling the world. Enjoys soaking up foreign cultures, gastronomic adventures, and sharing the tales of his travels. Gifted with green fingers, he also ventures into the gardening and nursery business too.

Maldives On A Budget: A Thrifty Guide

When one thinks of the Maldives, one will probably think of its extravagant beautiful beaches. White powdery soft sands rolling into an azure clear blue sea. Following such beauty comes a heavy price tag as well, right? Well, not necessarily Continue reading Maldives On A Budget: A Thrifty Guide

Not Getting Proper Sleep?… Yea, Me Too!

Getting enough sleep is vital in our daily routine to stay healthy. But if you’re like me, having a good night’s sleep can remain elusive at times. Having to toss and turn for minutes, if not hours before dozing off Continue reading Not Getting Proper Sleep?… Yea, Me Too!

Revisiting The Golden Age Of Men’s Grooming: Wet Shaving

What is it about? What is wet shaving? Do you remember a scene in the movie The Untouchables where Robert De Niro gets a shave? The one minus the accidental cut? A warm towel placed on your face followed by Continue reading Revisiting The Golden Age Of Men’s Grooming: Wet Shaving

Diving Into An Alien World Right Here On Earth

Did you know you can feel weightlessness when you’re scuba diving? There are a few ways to achieve that feeling. One way is to become an astronaut and work onboard a space station. Another option that is within our stratosphere Continue reading Diving Into An Alien World Right Here On Earth

More Than Just Shells: The Future Of Chitin

Crustacean shells, insect exoskeletons and fungi may be different by origin. However, they all have one thing in common. All of them produce a wonderful compound called chitin (pronounced as kai-tin). It is a foreign name which leads many to Continue reading More Than Just Shells: The Future Of Chitin

Going Back To Nature: Camping With Ease

The Movement Control Order (MCO) instituted by the Malaysia government to combat COVID-19 has resulted in many Malaysians being confined to their homes for the past nine months. Naturally, when these travel restrictions have been lifted, what better way to Continue reading Going Back To Nature: Camping With Ease

Green Waste Management: Processing Waste With Flies?

The thought of flies buzzing around our rubbish can annoy us to no end. Similarly the sight of insect larvae can make most people feel uncomfortable, let alone letting them feed on our waste. However, there’s an insect making waves Continue reading Green Waste Management: Processing Waste With Flies?