Personal Essay

This heartfelt and personal guide to hiking the Inca Trail covers permits to packing and fitness to fear—for those dreaming of Machu Picchu but feeling unprepared.

Our founder, Marina Mahathir, pens down her thoughts on International Women's Day and why we need to show up for one another more than ever.

Love off-the-grid adventures and getting away from the crowds? Here’s why horse riding in Mongolia should top your bucket list.

Dreading an upcoming family gathering? We got you, fellow introvert. These tips may not be foolproof, but they’ll help you survive the family reunion.

Our founder, Marina Mahathir, reflects on significant shifts in travel and the news on Gaza, as well as her hopes for 2024.

If you’re anxious about travelling with your partner for the first time, these tips will help keep you level-headed (and hopefully keep your relationship too).

Ever wondered if solo travel is overrated? It may be an unpopular opinion, but hear me out. Feel free to disagree with me!

In the process of getting a divorce, M L Wright found solace and made new friends on her trip to Mallorca, Spain at the Rafa Nadal Academy.

Join our contributor Sue on a thrilling road trip to Penang and experience the adventure through her eyes.

Footloose and fancy free on a last minute 4-day Ho Chi Minh City escape proves that small budgets and no planning can be a fun and exciting adventure! And all for just RM1,000 per person!

Rivers are commonly used for transportation and communications. David Bowden travels to the Thai capital, Bangkok, to explore the various sights and attractions along the mighty Chao Phraya River.

Our founder, Marina Mahathir, spent her recent birthday in Indonesia's Labuan Bajo –– home to komodo dragons and other wildlife. Discover what she did during her time there.

Pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, unforgettable views — Koh Lipe in Thailand is a tropical gem within reach.

Our contributor, Meriza, reflects on the life-changing decision she made to quit a well-paying full-time job to solo travel in her mid-40s.

With Father’s Day approaching, David Bowden reflects on the immense impact travelling with his daughter has had on their relationship and her upbringing.

Applying layers of sunscreen, David Bowden heads off on an adventure to the remote island of Koh Tao to discover a part of Thailand closer to paradise than its better-known neighbours.

Is there a limit on how much people are willing to spend on now-exorbitant post-pandemic travel? Our Editor mulls over it and comes to a surprising conclusion.

In this op-ed piece, our Sub-Editor discusses the positive aspects and difficulties of being a non-traditional parent in today's fast-paced, modern society.

“Nobody would die without spices, but plenty have died for them,” wrote Bill Bryson in his book, At Home. Melaka (Malacca) was once a strategic spice port that traded with Europe. David Bowden returns to Melaka to investigate the early history of this popular tourist destination.

Having no idea why I went to Kaohsiung in the first place, I loved it anyway, and I’ll be back again.

Read what this mama of two got up to when she visited Gunung Jerai with her family.

Our Sub-Editor pens down her thoughts on why, even though it’s a stunning destination, the Maldives may not be worth all the hype (and hard-earned cash).

As Hari Raya Aidilfitri approaches, our Founder , Marina Mahathir, pens down her thoughts on what this festive season means then and now.

As we go through this holy month-long journey of self-reflection and sacrifice, let me share some personal insights on my experience observing Ramadan in Europe.