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Hotels
Kuala Lumpur

MakanMama
May 24, 2021

‘Weekends in Chinatown’ by Four Points, Chinatown

‘Weekends in Chinatown’ by Four Points by Sheraton Kuala Lumpur, Chinatown, include various experiences and workshops, free of charge, for in-house guests. As the experiences…

GirlyMama
April 26, 2021

Kid-Start Adventure package at New World PJ Hotel

We were invited by New World PJ Hotel for their Kid-Start Adventure package, which seemed suitable for my two girls who are 5 and 2…

Into the jungle
Splurge

DIYMama
March 3, 2021

The Shorea Retreat in Seremban

When the government announced in December 2020 that the interstate borders would open for cuti-cuti Malaysia (holidays), I was tempted to go for a beach…

Hotels
Islands
Pangkor Island

DurianMama
February 25, 2021

Cruising at Pangkor Laut Resort

Pangkor Laut Resort must have been created by the Gods. It’s one of those places once you arrive, you’ll never want to leave again. How…

Cheap and cheerful
Hotels
Selangor

Happy Go KL
January 26, 2021

Where to book your next homestay in Selangor

In times when venturing outside is something we can only dream about, it is great though to read up about a homestay we can visit…

Hotels
Ipoh
Mid-range

RecipeMama
January 11, 2021

The Haven All Suite Resort, Ipoh

My kids are at the age where water play, animals (think a visit to the zoo!), playgrounds and toys are their favourite things. So it…

Splurge

Happy Go KL Partner
December 21, 2020

Happy holidays with YTL hotels

Give the gift of time and travel this holiday season with YTL Hotels. Exciting adventures await when you select from our myriad of destinations for…

Beaches
Hotels
Splurge

Happy Go KL
June 9, 2020

Tanjong Jara Resort

Tanjong Jara Resort reopens this 19 June! We’re allowed to travel interstate again and this great hotel in Terengganu is definitely worth the trip. Tanjong…

Cheap and cheerful
Into the jungle
Travelling with kids

Photo mama
January 9, 2018

Relaxing getaway in the jungle at De Serenity, Seremban

If you are looking for a quick getaway from KL suitable for a group of friends, a short drive out of KL (just under an…

Beaches
Cheap and cheerful
Cherating

Lattemama
November 18, 2017

Casa Titik Cherating: clean, cosy and great value!

Kuantan and Cherating are just an easy three-hour drive from KL, a distance the batteries on kids iPads can comfortably last. However, there are very…

Beaches
Cheap and cheerful
Islands

Lattemama
October 14, 2017

Berjaya Langkawi Resort: great for families!

Berjaya Langkawi Resort is one of the oldest resorts on Langkawi. Read on to find out what we thought! Langkawi is often forgotten as the…

Beaches
Cheap and cheerful
Resorts

Happy Go KL
October 13, 2017

Resorts World Kijal

On a whim to explore more of the east coast beaches of Terengganu, my family, along with two other families, decided to take the three-hour…

Hotels
Kuala Lumpur
Mid-range

Lattemama
July 4, 2017

Sunway Putra Hotel: of views and convenience

We sometimes get asked for tips for hotels in KL from visitors or those hosting friends and family but can’t accommodate them at home for…

Beaches
Islands
Redang Island

Chaimama
May 4, 2017

The Taaras: a family friendly Redang beach resort

With palm fringed beaches and amazing underwater coral, Pulau Redang is a fabulous getaway in the East coast of Malaysia. We had a lovely family…

Abdul’s Chalets: perfect for families

We decided it was about time we experienced what Pulau Perhentian – the Perhentian Islands, have on offer, having heard positive things from so many…

Beaches
Resorts
Splurge

Lattemama
March 17, 2017

Family getaway at Manathai Khao Lak

We are truly pampered with the possibility to jet off for a quick family getaway with waves, hammocks and margaritas. Phuket is the obvious choice…

Beaches
Hotels
Mid-range

Happy Go KL
November 10, 2016

A rainy weekend at Lone Pine Hotel, Penang

When a wedding invitation in Batu Ferringhi found its way to us, we took it as an opportunity to have a quick family getaway to…

Beaches
Islands
Resorts

Lattemama
July 26, 2016

The Elements Resort Krabi: Great for the whole family

Finding a hotel that fit our budget during high season in Krabi was a bit of a challenge! We wanted big rooms and a great…

Cheap and cheerful
Hotels
Into the jungle

Lattemama
June 15, 2016

Back to nature at Eight Acres, Raub

Eight Acres is an eco-friendly country retreat in Raub, Pahang, nestled in greenery of real forest and palm oil plantations. This down-to-earth place is a…