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Hello Zafigo Session #5 | Trailblazers: Succeeding Your Way In The World
In our fifth edition of Hello Zafigo, we will be talking to Datuk Nicol Ann David and Yuna Zarai to hear about their experience of being away from home to pursue their careers, what it's taken to turn their dreams into reality, and more.
World Refugee Day: The Unwilling Travellers
When travel is a necessity that you don’t welcome.
Hello Zafigo Recap: AirAsia & Expedia On The Future Of Travel
Marina Mahathir talks to AirAsia’s Tan Sri Tony Fernandes and Expedia’s Lavinia Rajaram about moving forward in travel post-COVID-19.
Check-Ins After COVID-19: New Hotel Checklists & SOPs
The Malaysian Association of Hotels put together guidelines for establishments to follow to make guests feel more comfortable and secure during this RMCO period.
Flying During COVID-19: Can We Still Trust Air Travel?
Is cabin air quality safe? Airbus’ executive vice president of engineering, Jean-Brice Dumont answers this and other pressing questions laying heavy on everybody’s minds regarding the COVID-19 virus and the safety of air travel moving forward.
Hello Zafigo Session #4 – The Future Of Travel
What does the future hold for the travel industry and beyond? Get insights into what Tan Sri Tony Fernandes, CEO of AirAsia Berhad, and Lavinia Rajaram, APAC Head of Communications at Expedia, think the future will look like in an all-new session of Hello Zafigo, happening this 13 June.
The ‘New Normal’ Travel Realities Of COVID-19
As the world embraces the new normal brought on by COVID-19 in our everyday lives, what will this mean for the travel and tourism industry moving forward? Here are a few ways travel could change for us, post-pandemic.
Hello Zafigo Session #3 – Shifting Your Mind: How To Live Well In The New Normal
Coping with stress caused by COVID-19 related concerns is a challenge for many. But there are tools and steps you can take to manage your overall wellbeing, and they will be explored in an upcoming session of Hello Zafigo, where Marina Mahathir will speak to Amanda Luukinen on how we can live well in this…
A Note From Marina Mahathir On ZafigoX 2020
Unbelievably, we’re in the eighth week of the Movement Control Order here in Malaysia, a period when we’ve had to adjust our lives in big and small ways.
Online Jobs You Can Earn From Right Now
There are a variety of online jobs you can earn from right now. This will allow you to work and save from the comfort of your own home, but also, once the lockdown measures have been lifted, you can earn while you travel too.
The Future Of Travel: Credits, Vouchers, & Refunds
With airlines temporarily suspending its service due to COVID-19, the travel industry is anticipating a USD314 billion loss in ticket sales. These airlines also have to manage the aftermath of the cancellation of thousands of flights — consumers who are waiting anxiously for their refunds.
A Peek At Your World: #ViewFromMyWindow
We’d love to see the view from your home! Show us what it’s like where you are, and what made your day.
Hello Zafigo Session #2 – Hustle From Home: Earn Extra Income Online
Tune in on Saturday, May 2 at 3PM and listen to Marina Mahathir and Aisha Preece, founder of OutandBeyond.com, discuss the different ways one can earn money online, all from the comfort of your own home.
Some Good COVID-19 News: The Malaysians Rallying Behind Frontliners
Individuals and businesses have realigned their purpose and turned to producing essential items needed by the medical community and other frontliners during the COVID-19 outbreak.
First Edition: Introducing ZafigoZine
Staying home is absolutely necessary right now, but it doesn't come easy for some. To help keep your wanderlust alive, here's the first edition of ZafigoZine, a bite-sized compilation of helpful ideas and suggestions on how you can keep from going stir-crazy while in quarantine.
COVID-19 Vs Travel: The News You Need To Know
Here’s what’s going on around the world while we’re all doing our part staying home.
Recap Of Hello Zafigo: Travel In The Time Of COVID-19
A recap of Marina Mahathir's conversation with Dr Sakia Haque of Bangladesh and Xyza Cruz Bacani of the Philippines, who shared their experiences and thoughts on being up close with COVID-19.
Hello Zafigo Session #1: Travel In The Time Of COVID-19
Join Marina Mahathir, Dr. Sakia Haque and Xyza Cruz Bacani this 3rd April 2020 as they talk about the current COVID-19 situation in their respective countries, and discuss how the pandemic is affecting them on personal, social, and occupational levels.
Host Remote Movie Nights With Your Friends Across The Globe
With the Netflix Chrome extension, you and your friends can watch movies and TV shows together, and all without breaking the self-isolation or social distancing orders.
Building Homes For 17 Orang Asli Families In 3 Days
In collaboration with the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development, EPIC Homes has launched a community service initiative called Malaysian Women Unite, which aims to highlight the importance and need for a healthier and more sustainable society.
Know Your Terms: A Handy COVID-19 Glossary
A lot of names, terms, as well as health and medical jargons related to COVID-19 have been thrown about in the news and in conversations, leaving many of us confused. To help everyone keep on top of the pandemic, here are some of the more common terms going around, broken down for the everyday person.
Silver Lining In Domestic Tourism Amid COVID-19 Cloud
With the newly-announced 2020 Economic Stimulus Package, Malaysians can look forward to several incentives that would make domestic travel more accessible.
COVID-19 Update: Should You Be Travelling Right Now?
With each day bringing more news of fresh COVID-19 cases, is it still okay to travel right now or is it time to cancel travel plans in its entirety? Here’s what you need to know before you go onwards ahead on your journey.
Souvenir Passport Stamps: Cute Novelty Or Potential Travel Nightmare?
Whether you’re a frequent traveller or an occasional one, you’ll likely run into an offer for a souvenir passport stamp one day. Here's why you probably should avoid accepting this, at least, not in your actual passport.























