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Langkawi Set To Reopen To Fully-Vaxxed Vacationers
That long-overdue local getaway can finally be realised as Langkawi is expected to reopen to vacationers this September. The only condition: you need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
#KitaJagaKita: Here’s Where To Get Help & How To Help Others
Malaysians are struggling to survive the FMCO. While we fight COVID-19, let’s also fight the urge to give up. Whether it’s for food or diapers, here’s where to go to look for help or to help others.
Vaxxed? Here’s Where You Can Go Based On Your Brand Of Jab
Only china-made vaccines are accepted in China, while Sinovac’s not accepted in most countries. Meanwhile, researchers are contemplating mixing and matching COVID-19 jabs. Things are getting messy with the vaccine wars, so we’ve simplified it for you.
Malaysia: Where We Stand In The COVID-19 Pandemic
The current COVID state in Malaysia isn’t looking too well whereas Singapore is taking on a new approach while other countries are experiencing a mixture of progress and regress.
Open To Public: A Night’s Stay In Gaudi’s Casa Vicens
You’ve been to the Gaudi museums and gardens all around beautiful Barcelona, but thanks to Airbnb, you’ll be able to stay in one of Gaudi’s architectural masterpieces this autumn.
Pandemic-Free Holidays Will Happen… At The Edge Of Outer Space!
There’s no better place than the edge of outer space if you’re looking to go on a holiday that’s guaranteed to be free of COVID-19.
Mystery Trips: The Contiki Travel Experience You Never Knew Existed
Are you a young traveller itching to explore the world again? Well, the Contiki Travel Lounge has something tailor-made just for you – mystery trips with unreal discounts!
Zafigo’s Take On The Hot Vaxxed Summer & Why You Should Look Forward To It
We’re hopeful for a smooth road to recovery for Malaysia – especially when it comes to travel. Here’s what we have to say and our take on enjoying a hot vaxxed summer.
Been Vaccinated? You Might Be Able To Travel Sooner Than You Think
The government is considering relaxing travel restrictions for those who are fully vaccinated and introducing the use of vaccine passports once herd immunity is achieved.
Langkawi Heritage Villas Awarded By Hotels.com
Langkawi’s Kunang Kunang Heritage Villas scored top ratings amongst guests and nabbed an award while they were at it earlier this month.
Bali High: Another Island Destination Reopening In July 2021
Tourism is slowly making a comeback with top destinations such as Phuket reopening in July, and now Bali announcing plans to reopen borders next month. Here’s exactly what’s going on.
Europe May Be A No-Go For M’sians Who Received The Sinovac Vaccine
Those who have been administered with vaccines produced in Russia, India, and China may not be allowed to enter Europe.
Hello Zafigo Session #15: Preserving Local Culture & Tradition Through Tourism
What are the arts, culture, and film industries’ role in Malaysian travel and tourism? We speak to Low Ngai Yuen and Susan Lankester about all things performing arts.
Will Malaysians Be Able To Travel Again In October 2021?
Following the announcement of the Malaysian government's COVID-19 national recovery plan, we can expect (while keeping our fingers and toes crossed) for local travel to resume by October.
Phuket Reopens To Foreign Tourists: Here’s What You Need To Know
Before you dust off that suitcase and start searching for flights, here’s a rundown of what you need to know before travelling to Phuket, Thailand when the island reopens on 1 July.
Ahoy, Friends! It’s The One Where They Went On A Cruise
Could we be any more excited? Probably if it turns out the cast will be hopping aboard this Friends-themed cruise that’s set to sail next year.
In Talks: Malaysia-Singapore Travel Restrictions To Be Lifted
As soon as the COVID-19 situation in Malaysia shows stable improvement, both nations are keen and ready to revive free travel between us and Singapore.
Live Anywhere On Airbnb For a Year For Free!
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[VIDEO] “There’s no happy ending”: A Film About Anthony Bourdain
Get your tissues ready, we're going to see the world through Anthony Bourdain's eyes and voice again.
Read This Before You Plan Your Next Vacay
With the world opening up, it’s time to (finally) plan your next vacay. But with travel leaving such huge carbon footprints, Agoda has some sustainable measures you can take on your next holiday.
Vaxxed And Ready To Relax: How Soon We Can Travel?
With more of us around the world being vaccinated, countries are slowly moving towards reopening their borders for tourism as long as travellers have a vaccine passport. Here's what we know about it so far.
Jet, Set, Go: The Return Of Supersonic Flights
Boom Supersonic is building on the Concorde’s legacy of supersonic flights with more efficient and sustainable technology. Expect to fly at twice the speed of sound by 2029!
Jeff Bezos: Taking Travel To New Heights – Outer Space!
Bezos, his brother, and another passenger will go where no man has gone before and sail into space on Blue Origin’s first human spacecraft on 20 July.
Dating In Space, Calls For Faster Vaccination Rollout, Europe Reopens Borders This Summer, & More
Travel news you may have missed this week. Read up on this out-of-this-world dating idea, hear calls for a quicker vaccine rollout, and find out why holidays in Australia remain no bueno.


















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