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Malaysia Focusing Ecotourism Upgrading, At Risk Of Thousands Of Tree Species Extinction

, September 3, 2021
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.

Langkawi Expected To Reopen As The First Tourist Spot

, September 2, 2021
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.

11 Award-Winning Video Games By Malaysian Game Studios

, September 2, 2021
Malaysia Boleh! Sign us up for a fun night with these critically-acclaimed video games made by local indie game studios.

Hello Zafigo Session #17 | Ready To Wear: New Generation Batik

, September 2, 2021
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.

Goutal Paris Turns 40 With Re-Release Of Petite Cherie

, September 1, 2021
KENS Apothecary collaborates with Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur for an exclusive Goutal Paris 40th Anniversary Afternoon Tea Set in conjunction with the perfume house’s re-release of Petite Cherie.

6 Super Simple Money Saving Tips

, September 1, 2021
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.

Kuala Lumpur Beats Dubai, Beijing, Istanbul In Safe Cities Index 2021

, August 31, 2021
Kuala Lumpur made it to 32nd place among 60 other cities in the Safe Cities Index 2021 released by The Economist Intelligence Unit (The EIU).

Hannah Yeoh On True Merdeka: Travelling With The Heart

, August 31, 2021
Lockdowns remind you that you are not free; that there is looming danger out there. Independence for me has taken on a whole new meaning. As we approach 31 August, may we regain that sense of independence again — to feel liberated, to be able to breathe freely, and to travel with the heart.

KL’s Merdeka 118 To Be World’s Second-Tallest Building

, August 30, 2021
Malaysia is currently constructing the second-tallest building in the world and the tallest building in Southeast Asia.

Flight Perks: 8 Reasons To Get A Private Jet Card Membership

, August 30, 2021
If sheer privacy isn’t enough to convince you to invest in a private jet card membership, then perhaps one of these eight other reasons will.

Mixed & Muhibbah: The Malaysia I Believe In

, August 30, 2021
Navigating society as someone with mixed heritage can be trickier than most would imagine. The soundtrack of any interracial child would be constant comments of disbelief at their mixed heritage. Yet, despite the comments, having access to two, or more, cultures can be immensely rewarding.

Airbnb Offers Temporary Housing For 20,000 Afghan Refugees

, August 27, 2021
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky said on Tuesday that the company plans to offer free temporary housing to 20,000 Afghan refugees around the world amid the Taliban’s rise to power in Afghanistan.