ZafigoX

These are the recollections of a retired Army Intelligence Officer. Beverly Aishah Roach started as a radio technician and worked towards becoming the first female army intelligence officer in the Canadian Military.

Life is too interesting for one type of travel experience. We sometimes envy those who get to travel for work. The idea seems glamourous but what it deprives us of is being adventurous on our own terms.

Anita Yusof described herself as a simple woman who believed the best way to see the world is by bike. Her trainer said, “you are the worst adventure rider I have met in my entire life. Sell your bike.” But did she do as told? No.

Check out these workshops at this exclusive three-day event happening from 9-11 November 2018 at The Gardens Hotel Kuala Lumpur.

If you've let the fear of the unknown hold you back, these panels happening at ZafigoX 2018 will open your mind to a host of new possibilities.

ZafigoX 2018 will host 17 talks and discussions on overcoming barriers for women, with 6 workshops and interactive sessions on life skills for women travellers.

Not only do women want information on how to travel safely, smoothly and smartly, but they also want to share their stories and form a community of women who travel.

Royale Chulan Penang hotel (formerly known as Royale Bintang Penang) sits at the heart of UNESCO Heritage Site in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. The 4-star heritage property offers a charming fusion of history through its colonial architecture and style, and modern luxuries through unique accommodations and gourmet dining options. Part of this hotel in Penang…

Explore the ins and outs of ZafigoX 2017 with actress and emcee Sue Tan in this walk-through video.

With over 40 stalls featuring local Malaysian artisans and female entrepreneurs, the ZafigoX 2017 Bazaar was one of the event’s biggest highlights.

These ladies had a whale of a time. Here’s what they had to say. Click here if you want to be among the first to know about ZafigoX 2018.

Want to know what the likes of Manal al-Sharif, Kelly Lewis and Jin Jeong have to say about their time at ZafigoX?

Want to know what the likes of Marina Mahathir, Deepti Asantha and Petrina Thong have to say about their time at ZafigoX?

It Was Tough, It Hurt, But I Did It, And It Made Me Feel Good Moderated by Marina Mahathir With Manal al-Sharif, Nelleisa Omar and Hazleen Panayiotou Filmed August 2017 at ZafigoX There are different ways to travel. Some people want the most convenient and comfortable way to travel, while some want more from the…

When visiting some countries, sexual harassment is a hazard that every woman traveller needs to be prepared for.

Travel & Making A Positive Impact Moderated by Sumitra Selvaraj With Deepti Asthana, Deborah Chan and Jacqueline Fong Filmed August 2017 at ZafigoX Travel need not be just about satisfying one's wanderlust; it also has the potential to benefit local communities. Beyond the economic benefits of bringing foreign currency into a local economy, travellers can impact people…

Women & Independent Travel – The Greatest Challenges & Why We Should Do It Anyway Moderated by Anita Ahmad With Dr Catheryn Khoo-Lattimore, Kelly Lewis and Chrys Tan Filmed August 2017 at ZafigoX There was a time not too long ago where women rarely travelled on their own. But as women joined the workforce and…

Manal tells her story of hope and overcoming your own fears to stand up to a Kingdom of men, intimidation, oppression and self-doubt.

Listen to Nelleisa's journey of self-discovery on achieving what cancer warriors and survivors can do even when others say otherwise.

The inspirational story of how one woman's love of travel turned into several travel-related businesses.

Ever wanted to travel and make money at the same time? For digital nomad Chrys Tan, working on the road is her way of life.

Deborah offers a glimpse into a pivotal event in the ghettos of New York that rocked the world and shaped her perspective on life.

Cycling solo around the world, especially as a woman, Jin Jeong has done what was deemed impossible, learning countless lessons along the way.