Travel

This hostel is a backpacker’s paradise! Arcadia Backpackers is a wild and adventurous riverside waterpark hostel in the village of Snam Brampi. Perfect for a relaxing getaway with a twist.

Kampong Sungai Judah is home to the Mah Meri tribe – one of several indigenous ethnic groups on the Malaysian peninsular. The community is gathered today for a special annual occasion and I’m lucky to be there to see it happen.

Constantly worrying about your money can take the fun out of a vacation. So, make sure you take the necessary steps to protect your dough and just focus on having a good time.

When travelling, you often don’t decide on exactly how much cash you’re going to bring until the very last minute. However, if you’re travelling to a destination off the beaten track, you need to consider what your options are in regards to travel money.

My favourite moments with mum are when we visited foreign lands, did yoga in Bali, and just had fun. Here are my top five favourite places we’ve visited together:

Music plays a significant role in shaping our state of mind. So a PhD in Music Theory worked with music composers and neuroscientists to create music that’s aimed specifically at travel stress.

Exploring the pancake trail last year was the trip of a lifetime for me, so I decided to relive the experience by backpacking through Europe. Here's how the experiences compare:

Mothers and daughters have a special and unbreakable bond, so why not let your mom tag along on one of your upcoming trips? We’re certain that it’ll be memorable.

Malaysia has a healthy relationship with tourism. We welcome close to 25 million tourists every year to immerse themselves in various cultures, and most importantly, to fill their stomachs with our food.

Kota Kinabalu is a rich and diverse city. I embarked on a trip here and heard rumours about the coveted edible bird’s nest in one of the caves. Determined to see these first hand, I set off to find them.

All I expected to take from the trip was Sapa’s stunning rice terrace views, but there were more things to experience in this quaint village.

I think it’s official. I’m allergic to water. Me, who drinks water from the taps in India and doesn’t get diarrhoea. Now, my body swells up when I touch the water in Madidi. I wash my hands and they start to itch like mad. I'm ready to head for La Paz.

Whilst backpacking solo through Europe, I randomly chose to visit Slovenia. To be honest, I’d barely even researched Slovenia before visiting the country, but because of that, I was more than pleasantly surprised upon arriving.

Vietnam is on the up and up, fast becoming one of Asia’s most popular travel destinations. It’s a painfully beautiful country, full of hospitable people. If you’re a woman and decide to travel alone, Vietnam is also a great choice.

Every road in Ladakh has a story to tell and I’m so glad I got to create memories on them. Nestled in the Trans-Himalayas, high-altitude mountain passes, monasteries, and stunning high-altitude lakes are what add to Ladakh’s allure.

I booked a solo trip to Phuket, Thailand when I was 22. I remember dancing to MC Hammer and having a great time, but as the night wore on, there was a sudden point at which I lost all control.

When visiting Italy, exploring Venice becomes a must for so many reasons. If you’re short on time, or on a layover, just know that you can appreciate Venice even in just five hours!

Goa is more than a paradise for tourists who love its beautiful beaches, nightlife, cuisine, heritage, and festivals. This western Indian state has more to offer; Goa is a shopper’s paradise too.

According to studies, the Philippines has a new number of islands. It’s increased from 7,100 to 7,641 today! This means you’ll never run out of places to see when visiting this amazing country.

No matter which part of the world you belong to, if you’re a traveller who loves lip-smacking street food, fancies a relaxing massage, or enjoys fine arts and culture, then you won’t want to miss out on Bangkok’s magic.

I’m glad having a kid hasn’t deterred us from exploring the world. With help from family and friends, our first big trip abroad was made much easier and more enjoyable.

When you think heavenly islands, think Oceania. With so much natural beauty on display, it has some of the most luxurious retreats offering an eco-friendly escape.

Did you know that, instead of trains, the metro system in La Paz is cable cars? So cute. Naturally, I got lost. The people have been really helpful too in taking their time to explain what is where.

South India is a land of many languages, with a rich history and diverse culture. Each region here is so different from one another that the locals take offence when generalised as South Indian.