
Batu Batu Resort – Picture perfect paradise on a private island
Batu Batu Resort set on the tropical Malaysian island of Pulau Tengah is rich in both breathtaking beauty and an interesting past as a UN
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Batu Batu Resort set on the tropical Malaysian island of Pulau Tengah is rich in both breathtaking beauty and an interesting past as a UN

Sometimes it is nice to get away from the hassle of the busy city life and head to the countryside. Even better if you can

A trip to a Perhentian Islands resort is one of Malaysia’s ‘must do’ getaways. Perhentian island resorts are located on the two main islands, Pulau

We recently spent a long weekend break in Penang, and headed to Entopia Penang, a nice new centre that has given a new lease of

Slightly over an hour away from KL, Port Dickson is the place we go sometimes for day trips or quick weekend getaways. We are often lured

Pulau Redang ticks all the right boxes in terms of being a tropical paradise – vast blue ocean with amazing snorkeling and diving to offer. Getting
We decided it was about time we experienced what Pulau Perhentian – the Perhentian Islands, have on offer, having heard positive things from so many

There isn’t that much to do once up in Genting Higlands if you are not seeing a show or loosing your money in the casino.

Last weekend we did a quick trip to check out the new Awana Genting SkyWay. We love the views and the cool air over at

On our recent trip to Cherating we stayed at a B&B and needed to drive out for meals. As usual, we logged onto Tripadvisor to

Art hunting in Penang is almost like a walk through Malaysian history. At the same time, the newer galleries have created spaces for more exploratory

A special treat for our readers: 20% off the normal ticket price at Entopia, Penang until January 19. Read our review here – we think

Our trips to Penang often include a pit stop at China House. Almost an institution of sorts, it continues to tick all the right boxes

KL is heaven for market lovers like myself. We have anything from your local pasar malam to one of the big, labyrinth like markets like

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

I have rarely manage to make the kids walk in the city more than three blocks without resorting to bribery or blackmailing. But there is

Our trips to Port Dickson usually involve a stay at the Avillion with its many child-centred activities: beach, pool, games room, animal feeding and various

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

Genting Highlands is maybe best known for the Resorts Word complex, which can be seen glistening on the mountains on clear nights from the city.

The expression on my in-laws’ face was truly priceless when I suggested a visit to a leprosy settlement for a Sunday morning outing. But history

Bukit Tinggi Resort Village makes for a nice enough day trip out of Kuala Lumpur. It is about an hour’s – very windy – drive

Fraser’s Hill is one of those quaint hill station-type villages with an odd mix of jungle and colonial black and white cottages crumbling in the

Kapas Turtle Valley Resort on Kapas Island is the perfect place if you’re looking for a simple beach getaway. I wrote earlier about Kapas Island,

Still in the midst of the monsoon drizzle and grey skies I thought I’d share these photos from Kapas Island, that we visited just before

*Includes an offer. When we got invited to Alunan Boutique Resort we were very excited as it’s a new resort and a boutique one at