By Ansell Tan From sleepy rows of decaying shophouses more than a decade ago to today’s congested streets thanks to thriving tourism operations, Ipoh Old Town has experienced a revival…
By Alex Lee Yun Ping Alex Lee, a Terengganu native and founder of Terra Resorts that features the architectural heritage of Malay wooden houses, is known for his contributions to…
Shavez Cheema and the team over at 1Stop Borneo have spearheaded the production of this comprehensive travel guide with over 180 destinations all across the island. The idea of this…
Ranging from Southern China to Eastern India and as far south as Indonesia, the Malayan sun bear (Helarctos malayanus) take their name from the bib-shaped golden patch on their chest;…
Many will attest to the magic of turtle watching. Here are some guidelines on ways to observe them without causing distress to them or their environments. Volunteers at work, documenting…
In an era of increasing globalisation and ease of travel, destination management is increasingly important. As travellers seek unique experiences and authentic encounters, destinations must adapt and plan strategically to…
What does it really take to have a rewarding volunteering experience in marine conservation? Dr Louisa of MareCet shares her thoughts. MareCet is a non-profit dedicated to the research and…
Love diving? A divemaster shares her tips on how to take your relationship with the ocean to a deeper level. Dharkshen Selva discovered scuba diving through her internship with Fuze…
Known as guardians of the coastlines, mangrove forests in turn need protection. A naturalist guide shares her thoughts on the best ways tourists can engage responsibly with them. Dharkshen ‘Dee’…
To use callers or not to? Hear what birdwatching experts have to say about this and much more in this guide to ethical birding. Rufous-backed Kingfisher. Photo by Amir Isqandar.…