Malaysia

This Women’s Equality Day, these female Malaysian artists show us that we are a society that has always, and will continue to rely on, appreciate, and grow from the invaluable contributions of women. Here’s a little bit about how they have long shattered the glass ceiling of Malaysia’s arts scene.

It’s definitely not the Merdeka holiday we’re used to due to COVID-19. So, to cater for those who are stuck at home and those who are fully-vaccinated and have the freedom to venture outdoors, here are six ways to celebrate indoors and outdoors.

With Malaysia and her neighbours being among the world’s most Muslim-friendly travel destinations, MOTAC is keen to collaborate with the travel industries of Indonesia and Thailand to develop a common set of Muslim-friendly tourism standards.

There’s no place like home. When a country adopts you as her own, you adopt her right back. For third culture kids, the word ‘home’ can be hard to define, but I’ve always believed that we are sum of all our experiences.

Malaysia’s top island resorts such as Langkawi, Pangkor, Redang, Tioman, and Perhentian are all on the verge of achieving herd immunity and should be ready for reopening as early as September 2021.

Malaysia has named popular streets, landmarks, and monuments after some incredible women, but we could do with more!

Jonker Street, once Melaka’s most vibrant night market, is now plagued by silence as more businesses shut.

From glamping in a glass treehouse to sipping cocktails at a speakeasy bar, add these seven bucket list-worthy activities (and their breathtaking venues) into your local travel checklist.

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin announced over the weekend the easing of COVID-19 restrictions starting today (August 10) for those who have been fully vaccinated.

There’s no denying the quaint charm of train rides and the deluge of happy hormones they leave you with. If you dig exploring the unexplored, one among these remarkable train journeys around Malaysia might just become your next favourite travel memory.

It’s important to embrace heritage. It’s also possible to embrace the old and traditional in new and exciting ways. As it stands, (one of) Malaysia’s most quintessential textiles – batik – is an ancient art form that still prevails. Today, batik holds such a high status that people often wear it to formal and fancy…

The tourism sector can and likely will revive fully by the end of next year. However, it’s crucial to take on an “aggressive vaccination” approach to achieve the aforementioned. With Malaysia’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout currently picking up, people are eager and ready to release all their pent-up demand to travel, which will spur the return…

The Klook Jom Durian campaign gathers local durian merchants who prepare vast arrays of durian to fulfil your cravings during lockdown, with discounted rates and delivery services to your doorstep.

Good news for vacationers and tourists! Pangkor Island is set to reopen soon with targets to achieve herd immunity by September and proclaim itself COVID-free.

Seven ways Malaysians have been offering help to those in need, and a nice reminder that the people will take care of each other.

Malaysia’s tourism industry players believe that the country will see more hotels shut down even before they’re allowed to reopen, pointing towards the potential collapse of an entire industry.

The Malaysian government is still mulling over relaxed SOPs for its residents fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Meanwhile, there’s a push for Malaysia and Singapore to reopen the Causeway while the Philippines is considering a travel ban on Malaysia.

A whopping 150,000 frontliners can expect to be vaccinated soon to ensure safe interaction with customers, while a faster COVID-19 vaccination programme will help in reviving Malaysia’s travel sector.

Interstate travel permits for work purposes will be disallowed to urge the public to celebrate Eid al-Adha at home and some travel destinations to cure travel itch.

The government is considering relaxing movement restrictions that will benefit anyone fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This includes possibly allowing them to travel and dine-in at restaurants.

Malaysia moves up a spot, becoming one of the most powerful passports in the world despite the pandemic. But a lack of tourists is seeing the local arts industries potentially becoming extinct.

Malaysia’s COVID-19 vaccination rate ranks among the best per capita in the world, turning our luck around as authorities begin discussing the possible ease of restrictions for fully vaccinated people

Business recovery post COVID-19 looks to be an uphill climb for Malaysia’s hotel industry with occupancy rates averaging at 20% and 63% of hotel staff currently on unpaid leave.

Check out these relatable #CucukMyAZ videos from Malaysians and drool over how people are spending their hot vaxxed summers in other countries!