During my recent trip to Western Australia, we came across three small towns with histories dating back to the 19th century. These towns also have another thing in common: their names sound European, namely Denmark, Northam and York. Stopover in charming old towns with magnificent attractions Denmark Situated in the
Underrated tourist gem with rich history Taiping, a charming old tin-mining town in Perak, is an idyllic plactoe for a leisurely stopover vacation for travellers to northern Malaysia. While not known as a popular tourist spot, historic gems are aplenty in Taiping, including a lesser-known coffee factory that links to
Penang, the only island-state in Malaysia, is known as the ‘Pearl of the Orient’ to many, and attracts to its shores a multitude of visitors every year. In the final of this two-part series, writer William Chai details his experiences visiting Penang, the Pearl of the Orient. From sightseeing to
Penang Island, the only island-state in Malaysia, is known as the ‘Pearl of the Orient’ to many, and attracts to its shores a multitude of visitors every year. It is not hard to imagine why, as Penang possesses many charms. In the first of this two-part series, writer William Chai
When someone mentions Bentong, Pahang, there is a high chance that ginger would slip into the sentence, especially if you are a food enthusiast. The sleepy town, located in the Western part of Pahang, is synonymous with the rhizome that is more pungent, spicer and pricier than ordinary ginger. During
To experience French culture, you no longer need to go to France anymore. Colmar Tropicale, a French-themed resort in Pahang, was modelled after a real 16th-century village in Alsace, a city in France, and provides a realistic sense of a French countryside. French, but a little closer to home Located
Despite the passage of time and the introduction of new and exciting competitions such as motorboat racing, radio-controlled model boat racing, motocross, and so on, the Jong Regatta has never failed to attract participants and visitors to the Tasik Biru Festival. Jong Regatta — highlight of Tasik Biru Festival The
Lion dancing is a Chinese cultural art form steeped in symbolism. In Chinese culture, this auspicious beast symbolises power, wisdom and superiority. It is meant to bring good luck to those celebrating Lunar New Year and is also traditionally performed at other special occasions such as weddings or the opening
Serenely located at the foothills of Mount Serembu and built among the lush green jungle, the Serembu Eco Park in Siniawan is one of the latest additions to the list of tourist attractions in the Bau district. Located about 28km from Kuching, it features unique accommodations, a floating restaurant and
In the second part of his journey in Melaka, writer William Chai details his experience discovering the historical city through a river cruise ride along the Melaka River, the only river journey in the country that takes you back through 600 years of history. Set adrift along historical treasure troves
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