Anyone who has been to Tioman Island, Malaysia well knows the challenges of getting there. My own first-time efforts were flat out embarrassing, due to (at the time) lack of consistent how-to-get-there information, bus and ferry schedules, and me being geographically challenged to begin with. I was elated to discover that SKS Airways had recently […]
Should You Take the Melaka River Cruise? Yes!
The Melaka River Cruise is at the top of my list of recommended things to do in Melaka. In fact, it’s worth taking the cruise twice if you have the time, because the Melaka River day cruise and River of Light night cruise are both unique and separate experiences. If you come to Melaka in […]
Pulau Tioman, Just an Island Hop Away
Pulau Tioman Island is a photo essay in idyllic island bliss. It’s rare to find an online photo showing anything but. And for the most part it’s true. However, getting to this tropical wonderland has a few challenges that first-time visitors should be prepared for. Is it worth the effort? Yes! And if you’re smart […]
Choosing Tours in Sabah: 16 Must See & Dos in Sandakan & Kinabatangan in 2022
When choosing tours in Sabah, Malaysia, if you’re signing up for a tour of the Sandakan and Kinabatangan areas, not all of the must-see and dos will be included in your itinerary. Which is a shame when you come all that way and have to miss anything. For the most part you can pretty much […]
8 Free Memorial Museums in Kuala Lumpur and Melaka
Learning the abbreviated descriptions of important people can often be the norm for museum highlights as museums usually cover a whole slew of topics and there is only so much space. That’s what is so exciting about the latest tourism products coming from the National Archives of Malaysia. Eight ‘museums’ have been chosen to highlight […]
Chow Kit Walking Tour Unique KL Experience
Walking tours in Malaysia are always interesting, especially if the guide is a passionate local. You may need to do some research to find these priceless individuals, but trust me they are out there. Such is the case with my discovery of Fuad Fahmy, the charismatic founder and host of the Magical Kampung Baru and […]
‘SeeEatFood’ Trail Fun Map: 42 Top Seafood Restaurants in Sabah & Labuan
Looking for the best seafood restaurants in Sabah and Labuan? That gastronomical challenge will be much easier now thanks to the launch of Tourism Malaysia Sabah’s SeeEatFood Trail Fun Map. The culinary themed travel brochure comes with a colorful map and highlights 42 seafood restaurants within Kota Kinabalu, Kudat, Sandakan, Lahad Datu, Semporna, Tawau and […]