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What To Do In Kota Kinabalu, Sabah: Day Trip To Kudat
The road to Kudat is nothing short of scenic with views of the mountains, acres of paddy fields, small towns and villages with herds of cows.
Da Nang Nightlife: A Night Of Fun In Da Nang, Vietnam
For tourists and travellers who want to experience Vietnamese nightlife, Da Nang is a wonderful place to start.
Eating Your Way Through Phnom Penh, Cambodia
I have a confession: The first time I’d ever gone to Phnom Penh, I left feeling a bit underwhelmed...
Travel Talk: Being A Vegan On Vacation With Davina Goh
“It is not always easy being a vegan, especially while travelling. But the decision is worth committing to regardless of the circumstances."
What You Need To Know About Mumbai’s Parsi Culture
Originally from Persia, followers of the Zoroastrian faith fled religious persecution from Iran, and landed on the shores of Western India.
How To Experience All Of Iran’s Seasons Within A Fortnight
For the traveller who would rather not commit to city or countryside, beach or mountain, winter or summer, we have one word for you – Iran.
8 Weirdly Wonderful Cafés To Visit In Seoul, South Korea
Of poop cafés, nap cafés, lego cafés, and more! These wonderfully weird cafés ought to tickle your fancy.
A Blend Of Culture In Hoi An, Vietnam
Hoi An is a blend of cultures due to being a busy trading hub back in its glory days.
The Dos and Don’ts Of Hanami Season In Japan
Planning on making the trip to catch the blooms this year? Brush up on your hanami (flower viewing) etiquette with these hanami expert-approved tips.
Best Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots In Japan
If you’re planning on travelling to Japan for the cherry blossom viewing anytime soon, here are the best spots to check out.
How Travel Has Taught Me To Live In The Present
So, I sat there cross-legged, closed my eyes, let the words fill my senses and cried tears of gratitude.
Stand Up For Adventure: How Paddling Made Me Explore My Own Country
It's been five years since I started stand up paddling, and sometimes I fail to have a paddling session because I spend too much time on the road, exploring.
5 Dining Experiences In Klang Valley To Try
Looking for something to spice up your date night in Kuala Lumpur? We've got you covered with these unique dining experiences.
6 Beautiful Ways To Experience Myanmar
It’s hard to gush about Myanmar’s beauty without referring to the iconic stupas sprawled across Bagan.
4 Reasons To Plan Your Next Vacation Right. Now.
Your dream vacay is now that much easier to plan with Traveloka Sale-abration.
Soaking Up The Sun In Hawaii, USA
In 2017, I embarked on my first solo adventure, an all-female adventure, and capped it off by returning to my first love – the ocean.
Mount Kinabalu Evacuates Climbers As Quake Hits Sabah
Sabah Parks director Dr Jamili Nais said last night that climbers were evacuated following the earthquake.
Volunteering Abroad: How To Get Started
It’s all fine if you’re comfortable with volunteering abroad by yourself. However, if you’re slightly concerned...
Marina Mahathir: Zafigo’s #PressForProgress
As Manal Al-Sharif, one of our top speakers at ZafigoX last year said, “Mobility is a human right.”
7 Perfect Gifts For Your Favourite Female Globe-trotter
Know a globe-trotter or a wanderluster? You don't have to wrack your brains for the perfect gift come the next special occasion anymore.
7 Things Nobody Tells You About Solo Travel
After talking to a few good folks who’ve taken the plunge, here’s what we’ve learned about travelling on your ownsome.
How To Take The Plunge Into Scuba Diving
Transforming from tadpole to mermaid? Here are a few hints and tips for you ladies taking the plunge into scuba diving.
6 Off-The-Beaten-Track Destinations In Southeast Asia
You probably knew this already, but Southeast Asia is home to a myriad of yet-to-be-popularised hideaways.
6 Wanderlusting Women And Their ‘Wander-ful’ Travel Enterprises
Here's a list of women in the travel industry and what they've done to shake things up.
























