Trip 2025 – Majestic Johor Day 3: Kluang to Batu Pahat & in between

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,…

Trip 2025 – Majestic Johor Day 2: Segamat to Kluang

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…

Trip 2025 – Majestic Johor Day 1: Discovering Segamat

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…

Food Review 2025 – A Weekend Seafood Adventure at The Living Room, The Westin Kuala Lumpur

If you’re a seafood lover (or just someone who appreciates a hearty feast), you’ll want to block off your Friday and Saturday evenings for this. The Living Room at The Westin Kuala Lumpur is turning weekends into a full-on ocean adventure with their Seafarer’s Spread Dinner Buffet, a glorious seafood showcase that’s as indulgent as it…

Beauty 2025 – guardian Malaysia celebrates everything skin this month in conjunction with World Skin Health Day

Did anyone tell you that the skin plays a critical and multi-faceted role in an individual’s health and wellbeing?  As the largest organ of the human body, the skin is an important ‘shield’ for the individual. It acts as a protective barrier besides regulating the body’s temperature. It also synthesises vitamin D and acts as…

Stay 2025 – A Luxe City Stay to Remember — Celebrating My Daughter’s 21st at Concorde Hotel KL

When it came to celebrating my daughter’s 21st birthday, I knew I wanted something more than just dinner and cake — I wanted an experience. And that’s exactly what we got with a stay at Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur, specifically their Premier Classic room. This wasn’t just a hotel stay — it felt like the start of a new…

A Charming Afternoon with Tourism Selangor: Media & Influencers Hi-Tea at Tamarind Springs

There’s something truly special about being appreciated for the work we do as media and content creators — and I felt that appreciation in the most delightful way at the Tourism Selangor’s Media & Influencers Hi-Tea at the beautiful Tamarind Springs in Ampang. Nestled amidst lush greenery, the venue was a perfect escape from the city’s…

Food 2025 – Jom Makan-Makan Hot Pot Buffet at Concorde Hotel KL – A Midweek Feast You Shouldn’t Miss

There’s something undeniably comforting about hot pot – the simmering broth, the sizzle of fresh meats hitting the pot, and the joy of gathering around the table to share a hearty meal. I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the Jom Makan-Makan Hot Pot Buffet at Melting Pot Café, Concorde Hotel Kuala Lumpur, and let me just say…