Borneo Travel Guide: Sandakan, Sepilok and Kinabatangan River
Borneo, the third largest island in the world, is split between Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei, with Malaysian Borneo located in the states of Sabah and Sarawak. Its ancient rainforest is one of the oldest continuously existing rainforests on Earth, estimated to be over 100 million years old and is best known for its biodiversity. Compared...Continue reading→
Kinabatangan River Tour 3D2N: Honest Review and What to Expect
The Kinabatangan River, located in Sabah, is one of the best places in Borneo to see wildlife in its natural habitat. Stretching over 500 kilometres, it is the second longest river in Malaysia and flows through protected rainforest and floodplains that support a high concentration of wildlife. This is where sightings of the “Borneo Big...Continue reading→
What to Do in Penang: A First Timer’s Guide
Penang, on the northwest coast of Malaysia, is one of the country’s most well known destinations. Alongside Melaka, it forms part of Malaysia’s UNESCO World Heritage listing, with its capital, George Town, blending colonial history with everyday local life. Today it is known as a foodie hotspot, with dozens of Michelin recognised eateries alongside a...Continue reading→
36 Hours in Melaka: The Perfect First Timer Itinerary
Melaka, also known as Malacca, is a jointly listed UNESCO World Heritage city with Penang in Malaysia with a history dating back to the fifteenth century. It rose to become one of South East Asia’s most important trading ports and one of the busiest maritime hubs in the world. As a result, its layered history...Continue reading→
The Ultimate Singapore First-Timers 6-Day Itinerary
Singapore is clean, efficient, safe, and compact, which means you can experience a huge amount in less than a week without feeling overwhelmed. In this six day Singapore itinerary for first timers, I share exactly how we spent our trip, combining iconic sights such as Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay with hawker...Continue reading→
