Travel Tales
Running My First 10K At The Great Ocean Road Running Festival In Australia
There were serious runners who pushed off as fast as they could, leisurely strollers who looked determined to enjoy every bit of the 10k on their own time, and kids who would speed up and then slow down intermittently. Last but not least, there was me.Hari Moyang: Welcoming Spirits On The Beach
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.Life Lessons From Sapa, Vietnam
All I expected to take from the trip was Sapa’s stunning rice terrace views, but there were more things to experience in this quaint village.Overcoming Sexual Assault In Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
I'm no stranger to solo travel and embarked on a solo trip to Kota Kinabalu. On my walk to the hostel, I was sexually assaulted. Here's how I overcame fear and shame.Letters From Latin America: Elqui Valley, Chile
Judging by how my days in the Elqui Valley started, I would never have guessed it would be ending on such a good note. I was here to catch the total solar eclipse. This was the best place to see it.The Culinary Magic Of Māori Hospitality
This is how I learned about the magic of manaakitanga – the Māori act of welcoming and sharing. Here are some of the ways you can experience it for yourself:Letters From Latin America: Puerto Octay, Chile
It appears that I feel none the wiser when faced with a precarious situation. I asked myself how I would handle things differently based on past experiences. Would I be wiser this time around?Effective Tips For Travelling With Parents
Travelling is exciting. Then, there’s travelling with parents. It's an experience that can quickly turn sour if you don't plan ahead. Here are five tips to help you travel with your parents.What I Learned While Travelling With My Sister
I’d move mountains for my sister, but sometimes she makes me want to push her off one. That’s a healthy and normal sibling relationship, I think. We travelled to Sydney, Australia for a music festival. This is what I learned.Breaking Boundaries Through Travel: Why I Started The Travelettes Of Bangladesh
Travelling has always been my passion, but I grew up in a family where I wasn’t allowed to go outside without a male chaperone. I couldn't rid myself of the burning desire to explore Bangladesh. So I concocted a plan.Visiting Sri Lanka After The Easter Bombings
While most people cancelled their trip to Sri Lanka, only the brave continued with their journey. My 75-year-old aunt (a diabetic and cancer survivor) and I arrived two weeks after the unfortunate bombings.What I Learned In My Gap Year Living Abroad
In 2016, I packed up my whole life and moved to Melbourne, Australia. I remember being so ready to leave Malaysia. Moving felt like a brand new start. Needless to say, I was wrong.