Travel

State Of The Art: Exploring Malaysia Through Her Traditional Art
Explore Malaysia through her various art forms. From expert craftsmanship to lively performances to even art you can wear, here’s a compilation of our myriad traditions popularised in each state across Malaysia.
My Malaysia Day Experience: I Performed At The 54th Merdeka Parade
Take a peek into a decade-old memory of a student performer at the 54th Merdeka Day parade held on Malaysia Day 2011.
Millennials & Airbnb Join Hands For Travel Recovery In Malaysia
According to Airbnb, over 60% of new Airbnb Hosts in the first half of 2021 are comprised of millennials aged between 25-40.
10 Reasons To Escape To The Small But Stunning State Of Perlis
Malaysia's smallest state, Perlis, has proven to be tiny but mighty! More than just a stopover, here are 10 reasons why you need to head up north.
Fly Me To The Mooncake: 15 Places To Get An Unconventional Fix
Whether you favour the on-trend snowskin mooncakes or the traditionally baked golden mooncakes beloved for generations, we’ve found 13 spots to grab the most trendy, prettiest, and unconventional ones on the block.
Pangkor, Malaysia Reopening 1 Nov For Those Fully Vaccinated
Pangkor Island will be reopened on November 1st for tourists who have been fully vaccinated with COVID-19.
Hello Zafigo Recap: Batik For A New Generation
How do you bring hundreds of years of tradition into 2021 and make it relevant while preserving culture? Fern Chua and Ariffa Maryam Yeop Abdul Mutalib tell us.
Ready, Set, Climb! How To Conquer Mount Kinabalu As An Asian Woman
A novice hiker, but keen to conquer Malaysia’s highest mountain? Here’s how to get ready to hike up Sabah’s Mount Kinabalu.
Hit The Beach! Your Langkawi Travel Bubble Checklist
Fully-vaccinated individuals from all over Malaysia (except those in EMCO areas) can finally hit the beach! Here’s everything you need to know about enjoying the travel bubble to Langkawi island.
KL & Selangor Reopens: What You Can Do From Today Onwards
Prime Minister Ismail Sabri announced that Klang Valley will now move on to Phase 2 of the National Recovery Plan from today 10 September, onwards.
Brunch Time! 9 Trendy KL Spots To Dine At
Whether you prefer a cup of piping hot coffee or a tall cocktail to accompany your meal, add these nine trendy KL brunch date spots to your weekend to-do-list.
Malaysia Reopens: More Destinations Ready To Implement Travel Bubbles
With some states and islands reopening, more Malaysian destinations are working towards implementing a travel bubble. A necessary move to help their economies that’ve been badly damaged by the pandemic.
6 Ways To Normalise Solo Travel For Asian Women
Keen on travelling solo but often dissuaded? Here’s how to inspire others — and yourself — to go for it.
Majority Of ASEAN Countries Working To Restart Tourism
ASEAN NTOs are pining for speedy and massive vaccination, booster shots and uniform vaccination certificates, regarding them as the best strategies for tourism recovery across the region.
6 Places In South Korea You Simply Must Visit One Day
Love K-pop, K-dramas, and K-food? For those of you who are into K-culture and hope to one day visit South Korea for yourselves, add these six locations to your travel list.
Ready For Take Off: Local Airlines Prepared For Langkawi Travel From Sept 16
Malaysia’s top airlines are ready to facilitate travel for fully vaccinated customers to Langkawi, following the government’s decision on activation of the Langkawi travel bubble from 16 September, 2021.
Kuala Lumpur’s 12 Most Instagram-Worthy Spots
Need to up your Instagram game? Go snap happy at one of these 12 picturesque locations littered around Kuala Lumpur.
Hotels In Penang Converted Into Low-Risk Quarantine Centres
A hotel in Penang will be converted into a low-risk quarantine and treatment centre (PKRC), while three others in the state have also applied to be turned into either a PKRC or quarantine centre.
10 Of Asia’s Most Stunning Train Trips
If stunning panoramic landscapes of untamed nature is what you so desire once restrictions lift, then consider hopping aboard one of Asia’s 10 most scenic train journeys.
Malaysia Focusing Ecotourism Upgrading, At Risk Of Thousands Of Tree Species Extinction
Datuk Seri Nancy Shukri said that the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) will focus efforts on upgrading infrastructure in ecotourism areas. Meanwhile, a report highlights Malaysia as one of the top six countries where thousands of tree species are at risk of extinction.
11 Award-Winning Video Games By Malaysian Game Studios
Malaysia Boleh! Sign us up for a fun night with these critically-acclaimed video games made by local indie game studios.
Langkawi Expected To Reopen As The First Tourist Spot
The island is expected to be the first destination to be reopened to international travellers in a bid to help improve the socio-economic prospects of residents, but the date remains undecided.
Hello Zafigo Session #17 | Ready To Wear: New Generation Batik
How do we assimilate contemporary designs while staying true to our rich culture and heritage in what we wear? We speak to Malaysian designers Maryam Mutalib and Fern Chua about making batik designs evergreen.
6 Super Simple Money Saving Tips
With the average Malaysian’s salary falling for the first time since 2010, people have had to give up luxuries like travel to make ends meet. But even though we need to be careful with our money now more than ever, there are things you can do to boost your chances of successfully saving money.
























