Malaysia

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.

Still not a great week for travel, especially if you’ve got a wedding in another state you need to attend, but travel giants like Expedia remain optimistic about the future of the industry.

From childhood days spent scoffing down ikan kering with rice, to university life filled with days of pasties, to becoming a master baker during lockdown, Marina Mahathir shares the story of how she learned to eat.

Catch up on this week's travel news from around the world.

As Muslims populate various corners of the world, it’s also interesting to see the variations in iftar meals from sweet milk pastries to festive food fairs.