Travel

Travelling Without Google Maps: What We Gain From Getting Lost
Modern travellers have endless information, but leaving room for uncertainty can bring back the serendipity that makes travel memorable.
The Scenic Route: Taking The Train From Kuala Lumpur To Hat Yai
A rail journey from Kuala Lumpur to Hat Yai turns a quick regional getaway into part of the travel experience.
China’s Greater Bay Area: One Trip, Multiple Destinations
Greater Bay Area lets Malaysian travellers combine Hong Kong, Guangdong, and Macau in one multi-destination trip.
The Joy Of Side-Questing: Getting Delightfully Distracted While Travelling
Travel side-quests turn ordinary trips into memorable adventures, helping you connect with destinations beyond attractions and bucket lists.
A Pride and Prejudice Road Trip Through The English Countryside
Following the 2005 Pride and Prejudice filming locations across England reveals how stories can shape the way we travel.
Beyond The Tram: Experiencing Lisbon Through Food, Festivals, And Tradition
Guided by a local host, writer Sofia Shamsunahar explores Lisbon through neighborhood street festivals, culinary rituals, and historic artisanal crafts.
Wet Markets Are The Most Underrated Travel Experience In Southeast Asia
Southeast Asian wet markets reveal local food culture, daily community rhythms, and authentic culinary traditions that deserve slow exploration.
Adults At Play: Experiential Travel Destinations Built Around Pure Joy
Playful travel prioritises joy and participation over sightseeing, encouraging adults to build itineraries around immersive art, interactive museums, and festivals.
Winged Wonders: Learning The Art Of Birdwatching In Kuala Selangor
Birdwatching in Kuala Selangor Nature Park offers a purposeful, immersive escape that deepens environmental curiosity and promotes sustainable travel habits.
Back To Basics: How To Travel Like We Did In The 90s, Before Social Media
Travelling before social media meant getting lost, asking locals, and discovering places without letting an algorithm dictate your itinerary.
Third Spaces: Exploring Everyday Places Unlocks A City’s True Local Life
Visiting parks, cafes, markets, and libraries offers travellers an authentic, immersive glimpse into a city’s daily rhythm beyond typical tourist landmarks.
I Followed One Magazine Photo To Kazakhstan. What Happened Next Wasn’t On Any Itinerary
Following curiosity over algorithms across Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan unlocks unhurried landscapes, rich Silk Road heritage, and authentic local connections.
Reimagining The Genting Getaway: Why Resorts World Awana Is Worth Staying For
Resorts World Awana transforms a rushed Genting Highlands day trip into an unhurried, nature-immersed family getaway with cool-climate leisure.
How To Plan The Perfect Reading Holiday (Even If It’s Just A Weekend)
A reading holiday swaps packed itineraries for unhurried exploration, local bookshops, and quiet moments to reconnect with curiosity.
8 Curiosity-Driven Travel Trends We Want To Stick Around
These eight creative travel trends help curious travellers move beyond algorithms, embrace hands-on crafts, and reconnect with local traditions.
Why Travel Etiquette Matters More Than Ever
Recent controversies in Thailand and Bali highlight why modern travel etiquette requires everyday respect for local communities.
Of Puffins & Wild Shores: The Quiet Corners Of South Wales
From puffin-filled sanctuaries to secluded bays, South Wales rewards women who travel slowly and embrace wild coastal landscapes.
Travelling In Your 20s vs Your 40s: Why Getting Older Can Make You A Better Traveller
Travelling in your 40s is about swapping FOMO for intentionality, self-awareness, deep cultural connection, and unapologetic comfort.
Bamboo Rafting In Sarawak: A Journey Through Borneo’s Forests
Sarawak’s Sirin River by bamboo raft, discovering Bidayuh hospitality, forest cuisine, and community-led travel near Kuching.
One Week vs One Month Abroad: The Real Cost of Slow Travel
Slower travel often reduces daily costs, transforming a month-long stay into a richer, surprisingly economical experience.
The Midlife Career Break: Less Crisis, More Spreadsheet
Planning a midlife career break allows women to rest, travel, and reassess priorities without derailing their professional ambitions.
“I Didn’t See That Coming”: When You Lose Your Love For Travel
Grief can change how we experience travel. Here is how to gently rediscover your love of travelling after loss.
Build A Career That Funds Your Travel (Not The Other Way Around)
Building a travel-first life requires redesigning your career, finances, and personal priorities to make intentional journeys truly sustainable.
Listening For Home: The Malaysian Sounds That Tell Me Where I Belong
A journey through Malaysia’s soundscapes reveals how ordinary noises can become powerful reminders of home and belonging.























