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8 Curiosity-Driven Travel Trends We Want To Stick Around

, August 3, 2026
These eight creative travel trends help curious travellers move beyond algorithms, embrace hands-on crafts, and reconnect with local traditions.
Exterior view from a station platform of a Bangkok BTS Skytrain with commuters standing inside the train carriage

Why Travel Etiquette Matters More Than Ever

, July 31, 2026
Recent controversies in Thailand and Bali highlight why modern travel etiquette requires everyday respect for local communities.
A screengrab from the movie, Nomadland, directed by Chloe Zhao, featuring actress Frances McDormand walking across a vast plain at dusk.

Read, Listen, Watch: Stories About Travel, Identity, And Finding Home

, July 31, 2026
Books, podcasts, and films on identity, travel, and belonging that illuminate how journeys shape how we see ourselves.
Purple wildflowers blooming across grassy hills overlooking a sheltered coastal bay on Skomer Island

Of Puffins & Wild Shores: The Quiet Corners Of South Wales

, July 30, 2026
From puffin-filled sanctuaries to secluded bays, South Wales rewards women who travel slowly and embrace wild coastal landscapes.
A cheerful woman tossing her hat in the air in a field during evening golden hour

Travelling In Your 20s vs Your 40s: Why Getting Older Can Make You A Better Traveller

, July 29, 2026
Travelling in your 40s is about swapping FOMO for intentionality, self-awareness, deep cultural connection, and unapologetic comfort.

Bamboo Rafting In Sarawak: A Journey Through Borneo’s Forests

, July 28, 2026
Sarawak’s Sirin River by bamboo raft, discovering Bidayuh hospitality, forest cuisine, and community-led travel near Kuching.

Booking Terengganu Experiences Is Getting Easier With redBus

, July 28, 2026
Booking Terengganu's local tours and attractions is now seamless, thanks to a digital partnership between Tourism Terengganu and redBus.
A woman selecting fresh lettuce heads while shopping at a local outdoor produce market

One Week vs One Month Abroad: The Real Cost of Slow Travel

, July 27, 2026
Slower travel often reduces daily costs, transforming a month-long stay into a richer, surprisingly economical experience.
A blue refrigerator door decorated with magnets and a yellow sticky note reading Take a Break

The Midlife Career Break: Less Crisis, More Spreadsheet

, July 24, 2026
Planning a midlife career break allows women to rest, travel, and reassess priorities without derailing their professional ambitions.
Sunrise over the green rolling hills of the Boh Tea Plantation in Cameron Highlands, Malaysia

What Travellers Need To Know About Malaysia’s Super El Niño Forecast

, July 23, 2026
MetMalaysia’s Super El Niño forecast means travellers should expect hotter weather, potential haze, and the need for flexible itineraries.

The Quiet Shift: How Family Travel Changes When You Become The Responsible One

, July 22, 2026
Family travel changes quietly as we age, shifting the moment we stop being looked after and start planning for everyone else.
Two female friends walking together up the decorative stone steps of a traditional Thai temple in Thailand, illustrating regional leisure travel and cultural sightseeing.

Thailand Is Shortening Visa-Free Stays: What Malaysian Travellers Need To Know

, July 21, 2026
Thailand is trimming visa-free stays for Malaysians back to 30 days, leaving typical holiday and weekend escapes completely unaffected.
A woman walking along the shoreline in gentle tropical sea waves under a clear blue sky, illustrating the hope of rediscovering joy and warmth through travel.

“I Didn’t See That Coming”: When You Lose Your Love For Travel

, July 21, 2026
Grief can change how we experience travel. Here is how to gently rediscover your love of travelling after loss.
A two-image photo collage showing travel writer Jessica Holmes during her global travels, featuring a view of Cape Town on the left and a scenic landscape in Montenegro on the right.

Build A Career That Funds Your Travel (Not The Other Way Around)

, July 20, 2026
Building a travel-first life requires redesigning your career, finances, and personal priorities to make intentional journeys truly sustainable.

Listening For Home: The Malaysian Sounds That Tell Me Where I Belong

, July 17, 2026
A journey through Malaysia’s soundscapes reveals how ordinary noises can become powerful reminders of home and belonging.
A close-up shot of crispy fried Korean chicken wings glazed in a glossy galbi sauce, served on a table with small banchan side dishes including pickled radish, kimchi, and a bowl of steamed white rice.

South Korea’s New K-Chicken Belt Turns Fried Chicken Into A Travel Trail

, July 16, 2026
South Korea’s interactive K-Chicken Belt platform maps regional culinary trails, traditional markets, and hidden cultural destinations for curious travellers.
Sofia smiling and leaning companionably next to a traditional Dol Hareubang volcanic stone grandfather statue on Jeju Island.

Finding Beauty In The Everyday, The Jeju Way

, July 16, 2026
Discover how Jeju Island’s rich female heritage, native harvests, and volcanic landscapes redefine the art of slow travel.
Two digital nomad women working remotely on laptops while sitting on wooden lounge chairs on an outdoor deck overlooking open water.

Is Nomadic Life Right For You? 5 Questions To Ask Before You Quit Everything

, July 15, 2026
Evaluate these five practical lifestyle questions before trading structural routine for long-term, slow travel as a solo nomad.

Malaysia Airlines’ Kids Fly & Stay Free Returns For Affordable Family Holidays

, July 14, 2026
The revived MHholidays family campaign offers complimentary domestic flights and hotel accommodation for children across selected Malaysian packages.

The Women Who Keep Mongolia’s Taiga Moving

, July 14, 2026
An intimate look at the Tsaatan women whose invisible labour, traditional knowledge, and resilience sustain Mongolia's nomadic reindeer-herding communities.

Cameron Highlands vs Genting Highlands: Which Family Escape Is Right For You?

, July 13, 2026
One promises cool-weather relaxation, the other non-stop entertainment. Here's how to choose the best highlands escape for your family.

Pattaya Beyond The Party: Why This Thai Coastal Retreat Is More Than Its Nightlife Reputation

, July 10, 2026
Pattaya offers a refined coastal escape of uncrowded beaches, artisan dining, and wooden architectural wonders just outside Bangkok.
A woman cycling across a scenic urban bridge during a slow travel trial, representing independence, lifestyle design, and living abroad.

The Four-Week Effect: Why A Month Abroad Reveals What A Holiday Never Will

, July 9, 2026
Testing a destination through a month-long slow travel trial reveals the authentic daily realities, costs, and routines of living abroad.

Malaysian Mountaineer Margaret Chew Shares Her Everest Journey And Life Lessons

, July 8, 2026
Mountaineer Margaret Chew will share her story of resilience, grief, and triumph at an intimate upcoming Petaling Jaya talk.