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Malaysia’s Eid Celebrations: Like Nowhere Else

, July 8, 2015
What other countries call Eid al-Fitr, Malaysians call Hari Raya and it's a month long celebration of open houses, food, and more!

5 Essential Life Skills Every Traveller Should Learn

, July 3, 2015
Many travellers share how travelling has taught them this and that, how they've become better at adapting to new environment, how they've learnt to...

Qliq Damansara: For Women Travellers Seeking A Safe Space

, July 1, 2015
Qliq Damansara offers something new and novel for Petaling Jaya: a dedicated women's floor. You have two room choices, namely the Qute Ladies room

Daphne Iking Tells Us Her Favourite Things To Do In Kuala Lumpur

, June 30, 2015
Voices of Zafigo is where we ask women who are living in a city, what their tips and advice would be for women travelling to the city for work or for

GrabCar: Your App-Based Car With Driver Service In The City

, June 29, 2015
Owning a car is a must for most Malaysians especially in the Klang Valley. It is unfortunate that our cities and towns are underserved by public

How Travelling Has Made Me Optimistic

, June 26, 2015
I do not think I would be the same person I am today if I had not travelled. The conversations I have had with strangers and experiences I have

Essential Travel Tips – How To Survive A Foreign Toilet

, June 24, 2015
In 1995, along with some 30,000 other women ( and a few men), I attended the 4th World Conference on Women in Beijing, China. Or, to put it more precisely

Ramadan In Malaysia: What You Need To Know

, June 19, 2015
For first-time visitors to Malaysia, Ramadan is a good time to witness the particularly unique way Malaysians observe the holy month.

5 Things To Do In Central Market

, June 17, 2015
Central Market Kuala Lumpur, built by Yap Ah Loy, a Chinese Kapitan, used to be a wet market in 1888. After the market was relocated in the 80s, the iconic light blue building that used to house it was declared a centre for Malaysian arts, culture and handicrafts.

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, June 15, 2015
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What New Moms Need To Know About Travelling With Your Baby

, June 15, 2015
Armed with these tips and tricks, you can plan the next trip, pack away and have a fab time exploring the world with your little one!

A Confounding Second Visit To Beijing

, May 29, 2015
It was my second time in Beijing, and something had changed. The city was different. I don’t like it that much anymore, I thought. I’d done all the major sights, even done the Great Wall again but Beijing had done nothing for me this time around.

7 Tips On How To Survive KL As A Travelling Musician

, May 27, 2015
You're a travelling musician hungry for new experiences, a new scene and a fresh audience. So why choose Malaysia? Well on a short visit last year, I was fortunate to discover that there is indeed a healthy music scene in Kuala Lumpur.

Adventures With Uber In Penang

, May 22, 2015
As Uber has just only started up in Penang, there aren't a lot of drivers as yet. Most of them tend to congregate around Georgetown, though I had the luck to engage one driver who happened to be around Bayan Lepas.

Marina Mahathir’s Tips & Advice For Travelling In Kuala Lumpur

, May 19, 2015
Voices of Zafigo is where we ask women who are living in a city, what their tips and advice would be for women travelling to the city for work or for leisure, especially for the first time, that could help make their travels to the city better, safer, more interesting and more enjoyable.

The Malaysian Guide To Making Changes To Your Air Ticket

, May 15, 2015
In an age where buying a plane ticket can be done on a whim with a click of a mouse, it is tempting to just buy tickets during those travel fairs and online sales.

5 Awesome Places For Travellers To Work From In Kuala Lumpur

, May 13, 2015
As someone who also makes a living working online, good wifi is a priority for me. Which is why I scoured the town looking for 5 awesome places to work from in Klang Valley to make life a tad bit easier for working travellers just like yourself.
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Why pack more than you need? (Pic credit: Unsplash/Pixabay)

8 Things To Pack For The Minimalist Woman Traveller

, May 8, 2015
Let's face it - packing for trips can be stressful. That is why many put it off until the very last minute only to regret it later.

10 Easy Ways To Stay Safe On Public Transportation

, May 6, 2015
After a string of unsavoury experiences, I’ve learned that public transportation really comes with its warnings.

Kuala Lumpur: The Quick & Dirty Guide To Getting And Staying Connected

, April 29, 2015
When you’re travelling for work, easy access to the Internet is essential. How do you do that in Kuala Lumpur?

7 Tips To Make Travelling In Any Country Where Language Is A Problem Easier

, April 22, 2015
Yes, language barrier can be daunting, but sometimes it’s better to be lost in translation than sitting at home admiring at your friend’s travel photos on Facebook.

An Overland Adventure From Singapore To Myanmar

, April 17, 2015
The trick to having an adventure of your lifetime doesn’t require you to purchase expensive flight tickets to obscure places nor to put yourself into dangerous situations where only luck could get you out off.

Top 10 Safest Cities To Travel In 2015

, April 15, 2015
These countries may be a tad bit pricier than your third-world favourites, but you can never put a price on safety.

Travelling With Toiletries: A Quick Guide To Packing Smart

, April 6, 2015
When it comes to creature comforts, I would list toiletries as essential companions wherever I go.