The Journal

Stories for the traveller who wants more than a checklist.

Refined travel ideas, destination notes, rail journeys, island escapes, cruises and planning intelligence for curious Malaysian travellers.

Destinations / Oct 28, 2026

10 Immersive Experiences That Reveal the Queensland Most Travellers Never See

Queensland isn’t a place you just look at, it’s one you’re meant to get into. Glide through a gorge in total silence, sleep with the reef right outside your window, pull a mud crab…

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New Zealand / Oct 20, 2026

12 Days to Fall in Love with New Zealand: The Ultimate North-to-South Experience

New Zealand is a bucket-list destination where pristine nature meets vibrant Maori culture and world-class adventure. From the rolling green hills and geothermal wonders…

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Luxury / Oct 19, 2026

Castles, Vineyards & Unmatched Opulence: The Ultimate AmaWaterways River Cruise Experience

If you have ever dreamed of gliding past fairytale castles, historic European capitals, and sun-drenched vineyards without the stress of constantly packing and unpacking,…

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Destinations / Oct 5, 2026

Latin America: 5 Travel Myths That Might Be Holding You Back

Latin America can feel unfamiliar, complicated and even intimidating to first-time visitors. We break down five common misconceptions about travelling the region and reveal…

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Luxury / Sep 30, 2026

From Sumba to Patagonia: The New Luxury Travel Map for Malaysians

Luxury is no longer defined only by grand hotels. Across these 12 destinations, it can mean a private island, an Arctic sky, privileged access…

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Destinations / Sep 25, 2026

Beyond the Ordinary: Discover the Wild Beauty of Madagascar

Lemurs calling through the rainforest, ancient baobabs at sunset and landscapes that feel almost otherworldly. Here is why Madagascar deserves a place on your…

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Luxury / Sep 25, 2026

The Bernina Express Was Already One of the World’s Greatest Train Journeys. Now It Has a Pullman Class.

There are train journeys that simply get you from one destination to another. Then there are journeys where the train itself becomes the destination.…

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Asia / Sep 23, 2026

5 Life-Changing Destinations Worth Visiting

I used to think travel was just about discovering new places, relaxing, and of course taking nice photos (I still do, don’t get me…

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Cruise / Sep 22, 2026

The World on a Plate: Aboard PONANT’s Gastronomic Voyages

From Iberian shores and Norway’s fjords to Sicily and the wider Mediterranean, discover PONANT’s most compelling gastronomic voyages for 2027 and 2028.

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Asia / Sep 21, 2026

Luxury Indonesia with Aman: Bali, Java and Moyo Island

Four Aman retreats reveal four distinct expressions of Indonesia, from Ubud's river valleys and East Bali's coast to Borobudur and wild Moyo Island. True…

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