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Headlines this week have been dominated by the Malaysian government’s introduction of the Departure Levy Bill 2019. Flyers will be charged a Departure Tax ranging between RM8 to RM150 starting September 1, 2019.

Xyza followed in her mum’s footsteps and became a domestic worker in Hong Kong for almost a decade. In that time, she picked up photography and would share her work online. Here's her story:

As enriching as travelling can be, it’s an experience that comes at a price. Travelling is often too expensive to enjoy without worrying about money. Spin the globe and let it land on Asia. It’s mesmerising but wallet-friendly.

Kyrgyzstan – a landlocked country in Central Asia known for its breath-taking scenery, raw and wild landscapes, and warm hospitality. It also offers natural beauty at reasonable prices.

The regions of South Asia and Southeast Asia are traditionalist spots; learning social norms will keep you from potentially upsetting the locals.

It appears that I feel none the wiser when faced with a precarious situation. I asked myself how I would handle things differently based on past experiences. Would I be wiser this time around?

Tsuruoka is often described as the ‘hidden Japan’. Its main attractions include three sacred mountains, two mummified living Buddhas, and a massive aquarium listed in the Guinness World Records.

These days, travelling offers far more than just seeing new places. If you’re a serious coffee enthusiast (we’re talking real coffee, not the instant one), head to where the beans and grounds grow.

Glamping affords you the back-to-nature feel of traditional camping without having to relinquish any creature comforts. And finding glamping destinations throughout Asia isn’t difficult at all!

Looming over the Nishiki River in the city of Iwakuni is a historical wooden bridge. Five high arches give it its iconic form and this bridge is at the heart of the city's activities.

More than a hill station, Mussoorie is famously and fondly known as the ‘Queen of Hills’. Beauty lies in the little things, and it’s these things that make Mussoorie worthy of its nickname.

An independent study by Asher & Lyric has listed Malaysia as the third-worst country in Asia for solo female travellers. The blog’s ‘Women’s Danger Index’ was released last week.