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.

Malaysia / Jul 7, 2020

5G speed with realme X50 Pro 5G

Realme today introduced its 5G flagship smartphone, Realme X50 Pro 5G for Malaysians. The Realme X50 Pro 5G offers users a stylish 5G experience…

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Cruise / Jul 3, 2020

An Unforgettable Canadian Rockies Adventure

What inspires you to journey for that once in a lifetime adventure? Embark on a luxury train journey that holds a special experience that…

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Cruise / Jul 1, 2020

What This Cruise Company Is Doing Now To Welcome Guests Once It’s Safe To Sail Once More

After three months in lockdown and staying at home, most of us are ready to pack our bags and travel once more. Similarly, many…

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Asia / Jun 30, 2020

Malaysia – Singapore to set up ‘green lane’ for cross-border travel

Malaysia will soon be opening its doors to its neighbour Singapore for essential business and official purposes and vice versa. Since locking down its...

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World / Jun 17, 2020

How a nation-wide lockdown helped isolated Kiwis come together

With the recent ease of lockdown across New Zealand, three remarkable Kiwis recount their stay-in days doing what they love. New Zealand is one…

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Asia / Jun 13, 2020

Scoot Resumes Flights to Kuching, Ipoh and Penang

Scoot, the low-cost arm of Singapore Airlines (SIA), is resuming flights to three destinations in Malaysia, namely Kuching, Ipoh and Penang. The first...

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Asia / Jun 12, 2020

Ranked by fans, Sanrio Japan’s most popular character isn’t Hello Kitty!

Despite the continuing closure of the Sanrio Puroland theme park, Hello Kitty creator Sanrio has managed to keep fans excited by offering exclusive...

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