Culture, Money Talk and Tips for Travelling in Japan

Most of the travels in Asia will not be complete without a trip to Japan. Loved for the culture, traditions and Japanese’s way of living, international arrivals peaked at millions every year. Japan is a relatively easy country to explore with the good railway system, plenty of guides and tours available and when planned properly,... Read More

News

September 1, 2019

10 Chinese New Year Greetings and Auspicious Wishes to Say for 2020–The Year of Rat

One doesn’t have to bring a lot of gifts to visiting houses to bài nián during Chinese New Year (CNY)–only an abundance of good wishes. It is a timeless Chinese tradition to be surrounded with auspicious sayings around the house from wall scrolls, red paper cut-outs and decorations. Therefore, it is natural to exchange well... Read More

Inspiration

August 31, 2019

A Grand Reception for Tourists this New Year with Visit Malaysia 2020

Tourism Malaysia kicked off the highly anticipated Visit Malaysia 2020(VM2020) Campaign on the first day of the year with a special reception at major entry points to welcome domestic and international tourists as a symbolic gesture indicating the commencement of the campaign. Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture of Malaysia Datuk Mohamaddin bin Ketapi was... Read More

News

August 30, 2019

Lewis Capaldi Live in Kuala Lumpur

A voice that needs no introduction, Scottish singer-songwriter Lewis Capaldi, will sing his heart out on one special night in Kuala Lumpur. Aside from the Lewis Capaldi Asia tour across Japan, Singapore and Hong Kong, Malaysians can meet the singer at KL Live, Life Center on January 14, 2020. Lewis Capaldi first breaks into the... Read More

Events

August 29, 2019

Basket Boat – The Vietnamese's Symbol of Resistance, Hardwork, and Independence

Exclusive to Vietnamese’s sea travel, basket boats are more than just vessels of livelihood for the people. Underlying the smiling faces of the skilled basket boat operators is a sense of pride and belonging. Spotted along the central coast region of Vietnam, the colourful basket boats today offer to carry tourists for a fee to... Read More

Inspiration

August 28, 2019

Immigration Arrival Area at klia2 Just Doubled in Size for Visit Malaysia 2020

Recounting the horror of some visitors’ experience at the immigration arrival in klia2, Malaysia Airports had built on the feedback and completing it in short notice. The immigration arrival area is now twice its original size in welcoming tourists for Visit Malaysia 2020 (VM2020). The new and improved facility is now more spacious and comfortable–capable... Read More

News

August 27, 2019

Experience Japanese Tea Culture with Starbucks Latest Winter Menu

Starbucks looks to the east as inspiration for this winter indulgence. Sourcing first-harvest green tea leaves in Japan, Starbucks new Pure Matcha beverages is an ode to the Japanese tea goodness. Okinawa Brown Sugar Latte, Black Sesame Pure Matcha Latte with Taro Foam and Caramel Pure Matcha Chocolate Chip Frappuccino brewed the authentically-sourced green tea... Read More

News

August 26, 2019

Keeping the Window Shades Open during Takeoff and Landing can Save Your Life

Have you ever wondered why the flight attendants would ask you to readjust your chair upright and lift the shades on the windows every time during takeoff and landing? The reason is much more important than letting passengers admire the bird-eye view below. The visibility has everything to do with the safety of everyone on... Read More

News

August 25, 2019

Olympic Athletes to be Sleeping on Beds Made from Cardboards for Tokyo 2020

Mindful of the environment, Tokyo 2020 organisers came up with ways to reduce carbon emissions that are inevitably produced by the Games. Athletes taking part in the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games can look forward to resting on sustainable cardboard beds and mattresses. Cardboard bed is put on display for the media in a... Read More

News

August 24, 2019

Mass Evacuation in the Philippines After Volcano Eruption Triggered More Than 50 Earthquakes

Taal Volcano, the Philippines’ second most active volcano, marked another historic moment as it began erupting early hours of the morning. As of 6am today, the erupting volcano has triggered some 75 earthquakes and spewing a massive cloud of volcanic ash. Residents in fourteen towns have been ordered to evacuate by the authorities, according to... Read More

News

Recent Posts