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…

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…

SHOPPING 2025 – ALAMANDA PUTRAJAYA’S REVAMP LAUNCHED BY PRIME MINISTER

Alamanda Shopping Centre, managed by Suria KLCC Sdn Bhd, unveiled its transformative redevelopment backed by a RM100 million investment from Putrajaya Holdings Sdn. Bhd. The project was officiated by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, underscoring its significance as a cornerstone of Putrajaya’s retail and lifestyle landscape.

Hotel Review 2024 – Swiss-Garden Hotel & Residences Genting Highlands

Recently I was over at Swiss-Garden Hotel & Residences Genting Highlands for a quick getaway from the heat of the city, as well as a change of environment which is vital for my mental health… And well, for those seeking an affordable, relaxing and rejuvenating experience, Swiss-Garden Hotel & Residences Genting Highlands’ the most convenient…

The 55th edition of the MATTA Fair

Malaysia’s favourite travel fair by The Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA), is once again convening its 55th edition of the MATTA Fair, at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) in Kuala Lumpur from the 6 to 8 September 2024…. This particular edition of the MATTA Fair is said to be…

BOH IS 95 AND BREWING FOR TOMORROW

BOH, Malaysia’s largest tea producer and trusted tea grower of Cameron Highlands, marked its 95th Anniversary with a rousing community celebration recently at 1Utama in Petaling Jaya with the theme, ’95 and Brewing for Tomorrow’… BOH’s 95-year brand journey had its beginnings in 1929 when BOH’s founder, J.A. Russell, together with veteran planter A.B. Milne,…