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Pack light when you travel to the Thai capital because you’ll want to maximise luggage space for the spoils of your trip! To say that Bangkok is a shoppers’ paradise is an understatement. Filled with malls, markets and cute boutiques at practically every turn, you’ll never run out of things to buy. Here are some… Continue reading Shopaholic Holidays: Bangkok Shopping Guide
Bats exodus from Deer Cave at Mulu National Park It was dark and humid, with the smell of bat guano becoming stronger and stronger. Sebastien looked up in the dark and said: “We have over 3 million bats sleeping on top of our heads and we are basically walking under one big giant toilet!” Stefan… Continue reading The Nomadic Boys Witness the Bat Exodus at Gunung Mulu National Park Deer Cave
Rugged and wildly beautiful, I’ve always been fascinated by Hokkaido, which is vastly different to Japan’s many metropolitan cities. From hiking and camping in the summer to luxuriating in onsen (hot springs) and skiing or snowboarding at Niseko’s ski resorts during winter, there are endless outdoorsy options here for adventurous jet-setters. Of course, as a traveller who wants… Continue reading Travel Diaries: My Favourites in Hokkaido
Jet-setters, honeymooners and anyone in need of a quiet escape from the rat race will find The Datai Langkawi is the perfect antidote to a stressful life. Surrounded by virgin rainforest, this luxury hotel overlooks a private white sandy beach and the blue waters of Datai Bay. It’s a delightful place to swim, play golf, unwind in the spa – or do absolutely nothing at all.
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
Airport layovers are normally something to be avoided, but that’s definitely not the case with Singapore’s Changi Airport. Recently named the Best Airport in the World by The Telegraph’s 2015 Ultra Awards, Changi has so many free tours and entertaining activities for travellers in transit, the airport deserves its own check-box on traveller’s must-visit list. For Malaysian travellers, not only is Singapore… Continue reading Why You Should Plan a Layover in Changi Airport
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