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#Pinktober: 7 Things You Can Eat, Buy, Or Do To Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month

, October 6, 2020
A Pink Afternoon Tea at Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur, sweaters by Alia B. x Sofia Haron, wellness workshops with Supparetreat, Estée Lauder skincare, and Bobbi Brown lipsticks are just some of the things you can do or buy to support breast cancer NGOs this month.

Uncover Ipoh: 7 Trendy Cafe Spots To Visit

, October 5, 2020
Move over KL and make way for the next up-and-coming hub for the trendiest, Insta-worthy cafes around the block: Ipoh!
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Holiday Horrors: Scary Travel Stories For The Chill Of It

, October 1, 2020
What better way to build up to Halloween than with stories of hair-raising holidays?

Redang: The Most Idyllic Island To Realise 2020’s Life Lessons

, September 30, 2020
I know, only nine months into the year and I already have a list of things I’ve learned.

7 Of The Best Value-For-Money Meat Restaurants In Kuala Lumpur

, September 29, 2020
A list of the city’s best places to gorge on steaks, burgers, Wagyu cuts, and more for all you meat aficionados! The best part is that it’s for the right price too – affordable.

7 Beautiful Bars In Langkawi, Malaysia

, September 28, 2020
From boujie to budget, here are seven of the best bars you can find on the sunny island of Langkawi.
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Hong Kong Bans Flights From KL, Google Maps’ New COVID-19 Feature, And More (25 Sept)

, September 25, 2020
1. Cathay Dragon flights from Kuala Lumpur as well as all Air India flights have been temporarily barred from entering Hong Kong. This comes after five Indian passengers on flight KA734 tested positive for COVID-19. It was reported that they transited in Malaysia, coming in on Air India Express before proceeding to Hong Kong on…

Hello Zafigo Session #8 | Holi-dates: Creating Meaningful Family Vacations

, September 24, 2020
Join us this 3rd October in a session that discusses why travelling with children from a young age is an experience that plays a vital role in their growth.

Red Hong Yi: The Artist Who Paints Without A Paintbrush

, September 23, 2020
In our first episode of the new season of Hello Zafigo, we spoke to the contemporary artist on her creative process, how many tea bags it took to create a portrait of a teh tarik man, and why bringing your heart to work is the best thing an artist can do.

6 Artsy Places to Visit in Klang Valley

, September 22, 2020
Thinking of visiting yet another cafe for the weekend? Try out something different and explore these six art spaces in the Klang Valley instead.

Using Breathwork To Maintain A Healthy Immune System

, September 21, 2020
Unwind within minutes when you know the right way to breathe. Turns out it’s not as straightforward as we thought.

Japan Announces Travel Bubble With Malaysia, Discussing Feminism In Southeast Asia Over Food, And More (18 Sept)

, September 18, 2020
Your weekly roundup of travel updates that you may have missed this week.

Check-Ins: Ambong Pool Villas, Langkawi, Malaysia

, September 17, 2020
Zafigo checks into the Ambong Pool Villas – an award-winning boutique property in Langkawi set in a lush rainforest and overlooking the ocean that promises (and delivers) a holistic travel experience.
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Things We Love: Happy Malaysia Day

, September 16, 2020
We’ve decided to kick off a new monthly series where we share #teamZafigo’s favourite discoveries for the month. Some of the things may not necessarily be new, but they may be new to us as experiences, objects, preferences, and the like.
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What’s Happening Around The World & How You Can Help

, September 15, 2020
While the pandemic is a real concern, there are still millions of others who face bigger problems. Here’s what’s going on in the world (Malaysia included) and what you can do to help.

5 Shows On Netflix To Watch For Strong Female Leads

, September 14, 2020
Who doesn’t love shows with strong female characters, a good storyline, and amazing scenery?

Hello Zafigo’s Kicking Off Season 2 With Red Hong Yi

, September 12, 2020
Red Hong Yi kicks off the second season of who joins Marina Mahathir in a conversation titled The Art Of Travel: Finding Inspiration In The Journey.
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Explore Malaysia With Fixed Fares On Malaysia Airlines, The Olympics Scheduled For 2021, And More (11 Sept)

, September 11, 2020
Explore Malaysia from RM179, Malaysia to open its borders for medical tourists and more. Here's a roundup of travel news you have missed this week.

ZafigoX 2019 Recap: Malaysian Performers Take The Stage

, September 10, 2020
We’re doing a #ThrowbackThursday to last year when these stellar artists performed for audiences at ZafigoX 2019

7 Malaysian Street Artists & Photographers To Follow

, September 8, 2020
Whether images, graffiti, or murals, get inspired to cuti-cuti Malaysia by the captivating work of some of the country’s foremost street artists.

Follow These 6 Inspiring Instagram Accounts

, September 7, 2020
Maybe you’ve had enough of scrolling through Instagram’s endless explore tab and are itching for inspiring and useful posts. Check out these Instagram accounts aimed to rouse the #girlboss in you!

AirAsia’s New Check-In Fees, Penang & Johor Free Of COVID-19, And Free Milo! (4 Sept)

, September 4, 2020
A round-up of the travel news you may have missed this week.

ZafigoX 2019 Recap: Tech To Make The Most Of Your Travels

, September 3, 2020
Whether it's planning your trip or needing a language translation app, there are gadgets and apps that will make your travels that much better. Here's what Ciara O’Hara of Google Malaysia, and Raywen Ong of soyacincau.com recommend.