Destination Inspiration

Kampong Sungai Judah is home to the Mah Meri tribe – one of several indigenous ethnic groups on the Malaysian peninsular. The community is gathered today for a special annual occasion and I’m lucky to be there to see it happen.

My favourite moments with mum are when we visited foreign lands, did yoga in Bali, and just had fun. Here are my top five favourite places we’ve visited together:

Whilst backpacking solo through Europe, I randomly chose to visit Slovenia. To be honest, I’d barely even researched Slovenia before visiting the country, but because of that, I was more than pleasantly surprised upon arriving.

Vietnam is on the up and up, fast becoming one of Asia’s most popular travel destinations. It’s a painfully beautiful country, full of hospitable people. If you’re a woman and decide to travel alone, Vietnam is also a great choice.

Every road in Ladakh has a story to tell and I’m so glad I got to create memories on them. Nestled in the Trans-Himalayas, high-altitude mountain passes, monasteries, and stunning high-altitude lakes are what add to Ladakh’s allure.

When visiting Italy, exploring Venice becomes a must for so many reasons. If you’re short on time, or on a layover, just know that you can appreciate Venice even in just five hours!

Goa is more than a paradise for tourists who love its beautiful beaches, nightlife, cuisine, heritage, and festivals. This western Indian state has more to offer; Goa is a shopper’s paradise too.

According to studies, the Philippines has a new number of islands. It’s increased from 7,100 to 7,641 today! This means you’ll never run out of places to see when visiting this amazing country.

No matter which part of the world you belong to, if you’re a traveller who loves lip-smacking street food, fancies a relaxing massage, or enjoys fine arts and culture, then you won’t want to miss out on Bangkok’s magic.

I’m glad having a kid hasn’t deterred us from exploring the world. With help from family and friends, our first big trip abroad was made much easier and more enjoyable.

When you think heavenly islands, think Oceania. With so much natural beauty on display, it has some of the most luxurious retreats offering an eco-friendly escape.

South India is a land of many languages, with a rich history and diverse culture. Each region here is so different from one another that the locals take offence when generalised as South Indian.

Considered one of the most remarkable cave temples in all of India, Kailasa Temple is a megalith carved out of a single rock. Its size, architecture, and sculptural treatment are also what makes it so impressive.

Concentrated within an area of 70 square kilometres are over 190 ruins that make up the Sukhothai Historical Park. This park in Mueang Kao, Thailand is divided into five zones with most of the best-known temples located at the central zone.

Periyar National Park was initially made a sanctuary in 1934, but in 1978 became Kerala’s first tiger reserve. Hence why the area is also known as the Periyar Tiger Reserve.

The Golden Triangle is a magical place. What makes it so unique is that it’s the area where three Southeast Asian countries – Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand – meet. The area used to be notorious for its cultivation of opium; at one point being one of the world’s chief producers.

Are you thinking about a romantic, dreamy getaway for your honeymoon? A honeymoon on this South Asian country made up of over 1,000 coral islands will be magical regardless of where you stay or what you do.

Upon first glance, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s Ashram isn’t very different from most other ashrams around it. It was possibly the most famous ashram in all of India thanks to four British men who we know as The Beatles.

Architects, craftsmen, and artisans first started work on this architectural masterpiece in 1981, but this modern marvel is only due to be completed in 2050.

Through art, you learn about a place’s history; their culture through the subjects they paint; and even about the artist themselves. Here’s a short beginner’s list of where to shop and where to look:

In a world where life whizzes past in a flurry, certain things remind us that everything can be stripped from us in an instant. Abandoned towns are one stark reminder.

Take a walk on the wild side. Or a hike. You can count on being rewarded with picture-perfect vistas and photo-ready wildlife as long as you’re exploring one of these picturesque national parks in Asia:

In a town near Mandalay, an all-white pagoda rises above the landscape, creating a striking image against an ombre blue sky. Hsinbyume Pagoda is referred to as the Taj Mahal of Myanmar.

Although you won’t see it straight away, the unique architecture of Jami Ul-Alfar Masjid in Colombo was inspired by the pomegranate. Covered in elaborate stripes and patterns, a candy cane comes to mind instead.