Activities
Perhaps best known internationally for the wealth of its royal family, this tiny country encircled by the Malaysian state of Sarawak offers up a rich bounty of things to do for the active, inquisitive and adventurous traveller. Swing Time What better way to start your day than with a quick round of golf? Brunei… Continue reading Top things to do in Brunei
Look beyond the Petronas Twin Towers and you’ll be greatly rewarded. Particularly for Malaysians exploring Malaysia, you’re much more familiar with the local ways so it will be far more interesting to wander away from the tourist hot spots. Include some time to find things to do in the city that the city’s locals love and offer… Continue reading Things to Do in Malaysia Beyond the Tourist Spots
Let’s face it, deep down we all have a strange fascination with ninjas. There’s nothing cooler than the idea of a covert agent in feudal Japan, whose job description includes espionage, sabotage, infiltration and assassination. They are the masters of stealth and part of a deadly secret society. Who wouldn’t want to be one? Here’s… Continue reading Tap into your Inner Ninja in Tokyo
The former capital of Northern Thailand has it all, a laid-back vibe, beautiful scenery, ancient temples, markets galore, hip cafes and cutting-edge design, making it the perfect weekend getaway from Malaysia. 10 Alternative Chiang Mai Attractions to Explore Eat Khao Soi CC2.0 / Alpha Things to do in Chiang Mai? Eat. Thailand is known for amazing food, so of course food should make… Continue reading Chiang Mai Attractions: 10 Alternative Things to Experience
By Explorer Linda Haden – School holidays are just around the corner. And for parents, this means just one thing – finding ways to keep your children out of your hair. Heading to a theme park is an easy way to keep the kiddos occupied for hours at a time, and in West Malaysia, families are spoilt… Continue reading Theme Park Guide: Legoland Malaysia Resort. A World of Stupendous Fun!
By Explorer Becky Wicks Diving in Indonesia I’ve seen manta rays the size of small cars, swum alongside docile sea turtles as they gazed straight into my eyes and hovered over starfish as big as my head. A scuba diving holiday here is something you mustn’t miss, especially if you book a live-aboard boat. Here’s… Continue reading Scuba Indonesia: Top Diving Spots in Indonesia
After spending two days in Tainan, I was off to Kaohsiung, Taiwan for more delicious food. I travelled to Kaohsiung on H.S.R Taiwan and it took around 20 mins to travel from Tainan to ZouYing Station ($150TWD). Arriving in Kaohsiung, Taiwan I’m in love with THSR (Taiwan High Speed Rail) because it’s really convenient and… Continue reading Retail Therapy, Rollercoasters & Relaxation in Kaohsiung With Bobo
Haunting voices carrying through the trees. Indigenous structures set against the background of mighty Mount Santubong reaching up into the clouds. Rhythmic drum beats moving the feverish crowd. Vibrations from stringed instruments accompanied by the lively shake-shake of maracas, percussions and lots of rare traditional instruments I’d never heard of. Attending the Rainforest World Music Festival 2015 in Sarawak was… Continue reading Dancing in a Sarawak Rainforest to World Music
Travelling to Cambodia but don’t know what to see and do? Begin with this guide to the top five attractions and experiences in Cambodia for every visitor. 1. Angkor Archaeological Park, Siem Reap The Angkor Archaeological Park contains the remnants of the Khmer Empire from the 9th to 15th centuries. It’s one of the most important archaeological sites in… Continue reading Top 5 Things to do in Cambodia