There is a trend among many newlyweds to choose a tropical getaway for their honeymoon. The idea of sun and surf is undoubtedly a very relaxing and romantic option for starting their life together on the right foot. Southeast Asia is a popular destination choice after the Caribbean islands. The …
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Hari Raya Puasa is more known to the world as Eid al-Fitr, the “Feast of Breaking of the Fast.” It is one of the two Eid holidays that the Muslims worldwide celebrate every year. Hari Raya Puasa, or Hari Raya Aidilfitri is how the holiday is referred to by the …
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The Prophet Muhammad is believed to be Allah’s last prophet and a key figure in the Islamic faith. Many believers celebrate his birth, and call it “Mawlid al-Nabi”. The word “mawlid” has Arabic roots and means “to give birth”. In more modern times, “mawlid” is used to refer to the …
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Kuala Lumpur is the ideal first stop for many of Malaysia’s visitors. It’s the hub where modern meets the past, and offers plenty of activities and sights for every traveler. But if most countries have mostly shopping malls to offer in their busy metropolis, Kuala Lumpur has several museums within …
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Jonker Street (Jalan Hang Jebat) is the center of Chinatown in Malacca, Malaysia. Back when the town was a thriving trading port, Jonker Street was the place to be for the affluent. It was also a great place to go to for the numerous antique shops lined up one after …
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The Dragon Boat Festival is traditionally celebrated by the Chinese and can be traced back to ancient China. The festival falls on the 5th day of the 5th month of the Lunar Calendar, therefore earning its name as Duan Wu Jie, or the Double Fifth Festival. The dates vary when …
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Malaysia’s healthcare system is an efficient and comprehensive one, and is divided into two sectors: the public sector under the government’s Ministry of Health (the universal healthcare system) and a private healthcare system. The medical services, as well as the facilities of the well-equipped hospitals throughout the country, are at …
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Picture yourself lounging around, soaking the soothingly warm rays of the sun on a pristine beach, with the tranquil blue waters of the Andaman sea just a few steps away from where you are relaxing with no cares in the world (apart from maybe, what spa service to have after …
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New Years Day is the time when the new calendar year begins according to the Gregorian calendar, and falls on the 1st of January. Festivities on New Year’s Eve, and on New Year’s Day itself, provide some of the most dazzling sights and sounds in Southeast Asian countries; in some …
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The Christmas holiday celebrations in Southeast Asian countries may be a little different from the festivities that are observed in other parts of the world. The way this festive occasion is observed will depend on the religion/s of a given country – you can expect to see more Christmas celebrations …
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The Chinese New Year celebrations are considered to be the most important of all the traditional Chinese holidays and festivities. This event starts on the first day of the first month according to the Chinese lunisolar calendar (a calendar where dates indicate both the moon phase, and the time of …
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Preparing for your trip to Malaysia should include making sure that you have all of the necessary entry requirements and visas (where applicable). This preparation will prevent you from encountering any difficulties as you arrive in Malaysia. The information given below came from the Immigration Department of Malaysia, and should …
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