If you’re dreaming of a Bangkok getaway that blends comfort, luxury, serenity, and iconic river views, Montien Riverside Hotel Bangkok could be exactly what you’re looking for. My recent 5 days 4 nights stay at this beautiful 5-star property by the Chao Phraya River was nothing short of incredible,… an experience that perfectly balances pure Thai hospitality with…
If you’re planning a trip to Bangkok and want to dive deeper than the usual tourist hotspots, let me introduce you to the city’s most artistic and culturally rich neighborhoods: Charoen Krung, Talad Noi, and Song Wat. These historic streets blend old-world charm with modern creativity, making them some of the best places in Bangkok for…
Our third day in Johor brought us deeper into the heart of Batu Pahat, also known as Bandar Penggaram. With a history tracing back to the 15th century, this charming town carries a fascinating legend. It is said that during the reign of the Melaka Sultanate, Siamese forces once retreated here after a battle. In desperation,…
Kluang’s name was derived from the Malay translation of the word ‘bat’, which means a big bat or fruit bats. These mammals used to exist in great numbers in Kluang in the past; but now they are kind of disappearing due to hunting and also the destruction of its natural habitat… Kluang is located in…
My Johor adventure kicked off in Segamat.. It was said that the name of Segamat came from the expression ‘Segar amat!’ meaning ‘Very fresh!’, where Bendahara Tepok exclaimed as he and his troops rested and drank from the river during their retreat from Johor. This was around 1511, after the fall of Malacca to the invading…
The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA) is pleased to announce that Kedah has been named “Malaysia’s Favourite Destination” at the upcoming MATTA Fair, taking place on 18-20 April 2025, at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur!
Chinese families will usually serve a fish dish with its head and tail intact during Chinese New Year reunion dinners, and this is because a ‘whole fish’ reflects the philosophy of carrying through something to its successful completion, from head to toe (tail).
After almost three decades, KL Tower will be bringing back its iconic fireworks display for the New Year’s Eve 2025 Quarter Century Celebration. For the first time since its inaugural launch in 1996, the skies above Kuala Lumpur will light up with a breathtaking fireworks spectacle, offering an unforgettable start to the new year.
Thailand, also known as the Land of Smiles, is my second “kampung” and a perfect tropical holiday destination for just about anyone and everyone whether you are part of a family or one half of a couple or even if you are just backpackers or flashpackers or digital nomads… Beautiful Thailand is bordered by Laos,…
In conjunction with its participation at the upcoming MATTA Fair 2024 from 6 September to 8 September 2024, the Embassy of the Republic of Türkiye Tourism and Information Office Kuala Lumpur is offering visitors to the booth with a unique opportunity to step back in time and experience the grandeur of Türkiye’s rich cultural heritage.…
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