The Langkawi International Tattoo Convention 2026 will take place on September 26th and 27th at Berjaya Langkawi Resort & Spa in Malaysia. The event will feature international tattoo artists, live tattooing, and competitions covering both traditional and contemporary tattoo styles. An International Tattoo Convention in Malaysia The event is organized by Serious Ink Tattoo Studio, […]
Bukit Tanjung Mali: The Forgotten Battlefield of Langkawi
Long stretches of white sand beaches are the images often used in tourism brochures. In Langkawi, Malaysia, Pantai Chenang (Chenang Beach) is often the star of the show. And beyond that is Pantai Tengah. Interrupted only by a scenic headland and rocky hill known as Tanjung Mali (or Bukit Tanjung Mali). Years ago, while researching […]
D’Kawi Chocolate: A Family Chocolate Business in Langkawi Since the 1990s
Over the years I’ve become a big fan of more unique life and travel experiences, therefore I’m always on the lookout for interesting things to see and do. When I spotted a flyer offering a chocolate making tour in Langkawi, Malaysia, I most certainly had to know more. Langkawi is widely known for duty-free chocolate […]
Aceh Tsunami Museum: The Story of the 2004 Tsunami
For years I’d been planning a trip to Banda Aceh, Indonesia for other reasons, but when I learned about the Aceh Tsunami Museum, that’s when I moved things from the backburner to the front. The Banda Aceh museum was something I just personally needed to see. Sooner rather than later. Long story long, back in […]
29th Rainforest World Music Festival: Music, Workshops & Cuisine in Sarawak
The Rainforest World Music Festival 2026 is set to take place from June 26 to 28, 2026, bringing its signature mix of global music and cultural exchange back to the Sarawak Cultural Village. Located at the base of Mount Santubong, the venue once again provides a striking natural setting for what has become one of […]
9 Kuala Terengganu Attractions Worth Visiting (Plus Travel Tips)
Kuala Terengganu is often overlooked by travelers in favor of bigger Malaysian cities, but it has plenty to offer for a short visit or weekend getaway. From the iconic drawbridge and the Floating Mosque to heritage streets and traditional batik workshops, the city blends history, culture, and coastal charm in a way that is uniquely […]
Langkawi to Hat Yai in 2026: Same Journey, New Route, Fewer Mysteries
Changes Since My First Trip If you’ve come here looking for the best way to get from Langkawi to Hat Yai, you’ve come to the right place. However, there have been quite a few changes to the Langkawi to Hat Yai journey since I wrote my first blog post a gazillion years ago, so I’m […]