Travel 2025 – Exploring Johor: My Favourite Spots for Adventure, Food & Hidden Gems

There’s something about Johor that always pulls me back, maybe it’s because my best friend originated from Johor, maybe it is from the mix of coastal beauty, family-friendly attractions, and that warm southern charm that makes you feel right at home. On my recent trip with Gaya Travel and Tourism Johor, I got to go…

“Meh Lah Johor!” – The Start of Something Majestic for Visit Johor Year 2026

There’s something truly special about being in Johor…. I was lucky to witness it firsthand at Zoo Johor recently, where the state officially launched the mascot, tagline, theme song, and official video for Visit Johor Year 2026 (VJY2026), a huge milestone moment that marks the beginning of Johor’s journey towards welcoming 12 million visitors and generating over RM42 billion in…

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 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…