Trip 2025 – Majestic Johor Day 4: Discovering Pontian

Our final day on the Majestic Johor journey took us to Pontian, a district on Johor’s southwest coast, bordering Batu Pahat and Kluang. Known for its fertile lands, rich traditions, and unique natural treasures, Pontian wrapped up our trip on a sweet, soulful, and scenic note.

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…

Stay 2025 – Marriott Executive Apartments Kuala Lumpur Opens Its Doors

If you’ve ever wished for the comfort of home with the perks of a luxury hotel, your wish has just come true. Say hello to Marriott Executive Apartments Kuala Lumpur , the city’s newest hotspot for stylish, flexible living right in the heart of the action. This isn’t just any opening. It’s the brand’s largest property yet, boasting…

Hotel stays 2025 – Hyatt Regency Returns to KL – And It’s a Showstopper at KL Midtown

Kuala Lumpur is about to welcome back a familiar friend – but with a dazzling new twist. Come 26 August 2025, the Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur at KL Midtown will officially open its doors, bringing with it five-star luxury, striking Japanese-inspired architecture, and a prime location right in the city’s newest lifestyle and convention hub. This isn’t just…

Fashion 2025 – Sofia Iman Opens KLFW 2025 in Spectacular Style with Suria KLCC

Heritage reimagined, style redefined , and a whole lot of wow. Kuala Lumpur Fashion Week (KLFW) 2025 got off to a dazzling start on Monday, 4 August and all eyes were on Sofia Iman. In a powerful first-ever KLFW appearance, the brand known for its timeless elegance and love for cultural heritage stepped onto the runway…

Wear 2025 – Papa Laris Brings the Heat to Jalan TAR with the Iconic Samma Denim Bag Launch!

If there’s one thing Dato’ Aliff Syukri (aka our beloved Papa Laris) knows how to do, it’s turn an ordinary Wednesday into a full-blown street party — and that’s exactly what went down at Masjid India, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman early today! In true Papa Laris style, Dato’ Aliff, alongside Datin Shahida and their adorable kids, showed up…

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…