Malaysia

That long-overdue local getaway can finally be realised as Langkawi is expected to reopen to vacationers this September. The only condition: you need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Romantic sunset views, Instagrammable settings, crystalline waters, and powder-soft sands – this list of Malaysia’s most stunning beachfront cafes and restaurants is a shore thing.

Malaysians are struggling to survive the FMCO. While we fight COVID-19, let’s also fight the urge to give up. Whether it’s for food or diapers, here’s where to go to look for help or to help others.

The current COVID state in Malaysia isn’t looking too well whereas Singapore is taking on a new approach while other countries are experiencing a mixture of progress and regress.

For our 15th episode of Hello Zafigo, we spoke to Low Ngai Yuen and Susan Lankester about the lack of support given to our local arts and culture scene and what we can do to change it. Here’s a recap of that conversation.

It looks like Asia’s the first in and last out when it comes to the COVID-19 pandemic. But with vaccinations ramping up, its eventual reopening is on the horizon.

Curated by a stationery addict who is a sucker for packaging, here’s a list of beautiful stores around Malaysia that offers more than pen and paper!

The government is considering relaxing travel restrictions for those who are fully vaccinated and introducing the use of vaccine passports once herd immunity is achieved.

Langkawi’s Kunang Kunang Heritage Villas scored top ratings amongst guests and nabbed an award while they were at it earlier this month.

Those who have been administered with vaccines produced in Russia, India, and China may not be allowed to enter Europe.

Following the announcement of the Malaysian government's COVID-19 national recovery plan, we can expect (while keeping our fingers and toes crossed) for local travel to resume by October.

Some may feel COVID-19’s effects as ripples, but there are those of us who feel it in overwhelming, all-consuming, tsunami-like waves, and one of those industries most adversely affected is hospitality. Let’s beat the odds.

As soon as the COVID-19 situation in Malaysia shows stable improvement, both nations are keen and ready to revive free travel between us and Singapore.

Being in total lockdown for the third time isn't a nice feeling at all, but here's are some parks in and around KL to look forward to exploring when we're able to go out and play in the outside world again!

From whimsical florals to edgy flash tattoos, get your first (or next) ink from these seven Malaysian tattoo artists who have individualistic styles!

Indonesia is getting ready to welcome international tourists, and Malaysian police deny 'no cars past 8pm rumour that's been circulating – these and some more travel news from around the world that you may have missed this week!

Birthday coming up but can’t go out the celebrate? Don’t fret; we got you! Don’t just drool over these insanely beautiful, too-pretty-to-eat cakes by seven renowned Malaysian bakers, go ahead and order them.

Three square meals, endless snacks, countless hours of Netflix, and even more bubble baths later, I survived Malaysia's 10-day quarantine while seven months pregnant. Yes, my sanity is still intact, and here's how I did it.

COVID-19 cases soar in the Maldives, New Zealand is exploring quarantine-free travel routes with other countries, and some other travel stories you may have missed this week.

When I first went gluten- and dairy-free eight years ago, you’d be hard-pressed to find any choices besides sweet Asian-style soy milk or any gluten-free bread that crumbled like cardboard. Not anymore!

With COVID-19 cases on the rise (again), hitting the gym is less than ideal. Keep fit by treating the great outdoors as your workout studio instead!

Malaysia Airlines launches exciting new travel pass for domestic flights, India reaches 18 million mark of COVID-19 cases, new SOPs for Raya and more. All your travel news wrapped up here.

Singaporeans claim it to be part of their heritage, but are the hawkers truly different there compared to Malaysia?

From pretty in pink to clad in crystal, here’s over a dozen of the country’s most photogenic and architecturally-inspiring mosques.