Culture

From marathon hosting to smaller gatherings, the Malaysian Raya open house isn’t disappearing — it’s evolving with intention.

Slow travel prioritises depth over distance, encouraging more meaningful, responsible and fulfilling experiences beyond ticking countries off a list.

These five Malaysian kampung homestays offer more than just a stay, inviting travellers to immerse themselves in local village traditions.

Slow travel invites us to stay longer, connect deeper, and understand a place beyond checklists, itineraries, and rushed sightseeing.

Living in Liberia, Costa Rica reshaped my perspective, proving that slow travel builds resilience and deeper cultural connections.

Film locations in Kuala Lumpur reveal deeper stories of heritage, identity and ambition, offering travellers a more meaningful way to experience the city.

Kyrgyzstan offers a deeply cultural Eid experience shaped by Islamic traditions, nomadic heritage, halal food, and dramatic Central Asian landscapes.

Malaysia’s traditional crafts reflect identity and resilience, offering travellers meaningful ways to support local artisans and connect with culture.

Exploring your hometown can deepen self-awareness, reconnect you with family history, and empower you to see familiar places with fresh perspective.

Growing up, I dismissed yee sang—but learning its symbolism reshaped how I understand Malaysian heritage and identity.

Considering Eid travel? Almaty offers halal dining, mountain scenery, cultural traditions, and meaningful ways to celebrate in Kazakhstan.

Melaka’s San Pedro Festival celebrates Portuguese-Eurasian heritage through fishing traditions, faith, food, and Kristang culture at the Portuguese Settlement.

Malaysia’s fading traditions endure through workshops and immersive cultural experiences that still allow travellers to learn firsthand.

A cultural guide to the 15 days of Chinese Lunar New Year traditions, meanings, and evolving modern practices.

Discover Malaysia’s traditional crafts — from songket to sign painting — and the makers preserving heritage skills.

Viennese coffee culture is a must-experience tradition, with historic cafes offering travellers a timeless taste of Vienna.

Discover these must-read books with strong female leads that explore diverse womanhood, empowerment, and resilience across various literary genres.

Explore Portugal’s seasonal festivals through traditional dishes that reveal how food, culture and celebration shape each time of year.

Our founder, Marina Mahathir, reflects on her travels in 2025 and ZafigoX this year, plus what’s in store for 2026.

Travel across Türkiye to discover its oldest bread-making traditions, from archaeological finds to modern bakeries, that keep the country’s timeless flavours alive.

If you’ve encountered urban sketchers in the wild but have been too intimidated to try it out yourself, this is your sign to start! They’re a friendly bunch.

Itching for your next big adventure? These Netflix programmes are the perfect watch to inspire ideas for your travels.

From historical preservation to extraordinary sculptures, these are some of the world’s most beautiful open-air museums.

A ticket to globe-trotting adventures and scenic wonders, no passport required. If you’re dreaming of escaping it all, here are some films to watch now.