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.

Asia / Jun 3, 2020

Time to Visit Malaysia’s States of Laksa

Laksa – a dish that is a pretty accurate presentation of Malaysia. All same same but different. At its core, it’s a much loved…

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Food / Jun 1, 2020

4D3N Gold Coast Theme Park Itinerary For Under RM2.5K (incl. Accom, Transport & Theme Park Passes)

Gold Coast stands out from many of Australia’s destinations for its long stretches of beaches, exciting combinations of theme parks and scenic sunset...

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Europe / May 29, 2020

Experience Western Australia’s Wonders Virtually

From whale watching to food and wine, and their cute wildlife, Western Australia (WA) has some very special experiences that sets it apart. Immerse...

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Asia / May 27, 2020

Japan to subsidize domestic travel to boost local tourism, not valid for international visitors

The Japanese government is looking to revive the tourism industry, a key driver of the economy that has been battered by the novel coronavirus...

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Asia / May 22, 2020

Once Upon a Time in Xi’an

Contributed by Yuni Kweh After this pandemic is over, my dream destination to travel to is Xi'an, China. You must be wondering why China…

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Destinations / May 21, 2020

5 Productive Ways Malaysians can Use This Lockdown to Prepare for Their Next Travel Adventures

Contributed by Geraldine Mills The lockdown worldwide is something that is uniting everyone all over the world. Aside from the fact that everybody is...

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Asia / May 20, 2020

Qatar Airways Introduces Additional Safety Measures Onboard For Passengers And Cabin Crew

Qatar Airways has further enhanced its onboard safety measures for passengers and cabin crew. The airline is implementing several changes, including...

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