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Jin Air’s Sabah-Themed ‘Flight to Nowhere’ Takes Off

, August 3, 2021
Nearly 100 passengers boarded the ‘Flight to Nowhere’ from Seoul’s Incheon International Airport to experience the Kota Kinabalu, Sabah-themed sightseeing flight.

Spot The Difference: 3 Ways To Identify Real Batik

, August 2, 2021
It’s important to embrace heritage. It’s also possible to embrace the old and traditional in new and exciting ways. As it stands, (one of) Malaysia’s most quintessential textiles – batik – is an ancient art form that still prevails. Today, batik holds such a high status that people often wear it to formal and fancy…

Malaysia Airlines Lets You Fly From Your Home

, August 2, 2021
Malaysia Airlines released a 30-minute ASMR clip on YouTube that’ll take you on a trip down memory lane. Titled, ‘The Sounds of MH’, it takes travellers from their departure point at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) to Heathrow Airport in London.

Sarawak To Reopen Domestic & International Travel

, July 30, 2021
Sarawak is among Malaysia’s states making headway in its COVID-19 vaccination programme, expecting to reach herd immunity by August, allowing them to move in to Phase 3 of the National Recovery Plan. Thanks to this, the state is expected to reopen for domestic tourism later on in the year and by 2022 for international travellers. …

7 Friendship Gifts To Ease The Pain-demic

, July 30, 2021
We’ve got gift ideas for your friends locked-down! Here's a list from our favourite online stores to spread the love and make everyday friendship day.

Travel & Tourism Industry Said To Fully Recover By End 2022

, July 29, 2021
The tourism sector can and likely will revive fully by the end of next year. However, it’s crucial to take on an “aggressive vaccination” approach to achieve the aforementioned. With Malaysia’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout currently picking up, people are eager and ready to release all their pent-up demand to travel, which will spur the return…

It’s Durian Season! 15 Delivery Services To Satisfy Your Cravings

The Klook Jom Durian campaign gathers local durian merchants who prepare vast arrays of durian to fulfil your cravings during lockdown, with discounted rates and delivery services to your doorstep.
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Beach, Please: Pangkor Aims To Reopen In September

, July 28, 2021
Good news for vacationers and tourists! Pangkor Island is set to reopen soon with targets to achieve herd immunity by September and proclaim itself COVID-free.

How Malaysians Have Been Practicing #KitaJagaKita

, July 28, 2021
Seven ways Malaysians have been offering help to those in need, and a nice reminder that the people will take care of each other.
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Zafigo’s 5 Favourite Quotes From Books We’ve Featured On BRB

, July 28, 2021
Who doesn’t love a witty quip? Here are five quotes so clever and/or profound that it’ll pique your curiosity to learn more about the books they’re derived from.
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Continued Lockdowns Threaten Survivability Of Malaysia’s Hotels

, July 27, 2021
Malaysia’s tourism industry players believe that the country will see more hotels shut down even before they’re allowed to reopen, pointing towards the potential collapse of an entire industry.

Indonesia’s Islands: The World’s Best Cruise Destinations

, July 27, 2021
Love the beach, islands, sun, relaxation, and feeling the wind in your hair? As the world’s largest archipelago, a cruise around Indonesia may be right up your alley!
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Lockdown Living: 10 Foreign Films To Make You Feel Good

, July 27, 2021
If you’ve got the lockdown blues and are looking for a little pick-me-up, the foreign films on this list will do just that.

7 Artisanal Bakeries Around The Klang Valley That You’ll Loaf

, July 26, 2021
From sourdough, focaccia, bagels, and more – there’s something for everyone in this list. Who knows? You might just sing your teeth into the loaf of your life.

Johor’s Desaru Coast Makes It To TIME’s World’s Greatest Places List

, July 26, 2021
It’s another proud moment for Malaysia as Johor’s Desaru Coast bags a spot on TIME’s list of World’s Greatest Places for 2021.
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Malaysia COVID-19 Travel: New SOP Update & Reopening The Causeway

, July 23, 2021
The Malaysian government is still mulling over relaxed SOPs for its residents fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Meanwhile, there’s a push for Malaysia and Singapore to reopen the Causeway while the Philippines is considering a travel ban on Malaysia.

10 Things That’ll Excite The Kid In You

, July 23, 2021
Some people say adults are big kids with money, and as adults, we agree. Fulfil your childhood wants with this list of 10 toys even a grown up would want to buy!
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More Malaysian Frontliners To Be Vaccinated ASAP

, July 22, 2021
A whopping 150,000 frontliners can expect to be vaccinated soon to ensure safe interaction with customers, while a faster COVID-19 vaccination programme will help in reviving Malaysia’s travel sector.
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K-ravings Sorted: 7 Korean Dessert Cafes

, July 22, 2021
From the refreshing taste of bingsu to the warm bites of hotteok, let your taste buds experience the tastiest Korean desserts made right in our backyard by these seven local establishments.
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Travel During COVID-19: Vaccine Passport Criticised & Sky High Prices

, July 21, 2021
Even as life begins to go back to ‘normal’, there are still some ways to go when it comes to travelling abroad. The WHO advises against vaccine passports and flight prices showing a trend in steeper fees.

The Final Hurdle: Kaori Sasaki On Organising The 2020 Tokyo Olympics

, July 21, 2021
Over the weekend, Zafigo’s founder, Marina Mahathir, had a chat with Kaori Sasaki on all things Olympics. From vaccine requirements to the logistics to (of course) the concerns surrounding hosting the games during a pandemic.
It doesn’t hurt to dream, right? From sleeping in the snow in Finland to luxe private islands in the Bahamas and everything in between, here are our faves from the Netflix hit, The World’s Most Amazing Vacation Rentals. (Cuvee/Official Website)

Binge Worthy: Amazing Rentals Shows Us Our Next Vacay Spots

, July 20, 2021
It doesn’t hurt to dream, right? From sleeping in the snow in Finland to luxe private islands in the Bahamas and everything in between, here are our faves from the Netflix hit, The World’s Most Amazing Vacation Rentals.
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Please Duduk Rumah: Stay Put For Hari Raya Aidiladha

, July 20, 2021
Interstate travel permits for work purposes will be disallowed to urge the public to celebrate Eid al-Adha at home and some travel destinations to cure travel itch.
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Tourism Industry Players Pledge To Help End Plastic Waste

, July 19, 2021
Plastic pollution in the tourism sector remains a problem. And COVID-19 is only exacerbating it. The Global Tourism Plastics Initiative (GTPI) gathers tourism organisations to work towards environmental sustainability, specifically eradicating plastic pollution caused by tourism.