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Highlights of My Stay at La Villa Langkawi La Villa Langkawi is one of the island’s most luxurious private pool villa retreats, a place where comfort, privacy and warmth come together beautifully. Langkawi’s charm? It’s the promise of carefree days…….

The Rainforest Suite – Warm, Cosy and Surrounded by Nature I’m not often lost for words, but the moment I walked into my Rainforest Suite at Ambong Ambong Langkawi, I was. Completely. Maybe it was the scent of wood and…

Why Ginzan Onsen Is Considered The Most Beautiful Onsen Town In Japan It’s hard to imagine a place more like a winter fairy tale than Ginzan Onsen. As you step into this small town cradled by snow-covered mountains, it feels…

Tajikistan for me is an adventure of a lifetime, filled with exhilarating experiences, breathtaking landscapes, and heartwarming encounters with the local people, particularly the children whose smiles still warm my heart. My trip to Tajikistan started with a slight detour….

We live in a time when many spectacular places around the world are plagued by over-tourism and travellers are alienating local communities instead of supporting them. Well, Tajikistan is at the other end of that spectrum. Most people would have…

Khiva, a 2500 years old city, is a UNESCO heritage site. I booked a stay in a lovely guest house in Itchan Kala. Itchan Kala is a unique area, surrounded by walled fortresses with distinct Islamic architecture. Stepping into Itchan…

Samarkand is one of those places that sounds almost mythical, steeped in history of the Silk Road, ancient empires, and beautiful blue tiles glistening under the sun. My time in this legendary city was a mix of these historical sights…

Embarking on a journey along the legendary Silk Road was ignited after reading Peter Frankopan’s captivating history on Central Asia. I was enchanted by the tales of azure tiles and turquoise domes, the madrassas and mausoleums. I flew to Tashkent,…

In the vibrant landscape of Langkawi, Golden Bamboo Cafe is a remarkable eatery that not only serves exceptional cuisine, but also captivates with its striking design. Crafted entirely from bamboo, this architectural marvel is a true rarity in Malaysia. Golden…

Perlis may be Malaysia’s smallest state, but don’t let its size fool you. Tucked away in the far north of Peninsular Malaysia, this laid back destination is filled with charming villages, scenic countryside, hidden attractions and some of the friendliest…