From Snorkelling to Horseback Riding: Star in Your Own Adventure On the Saudi Red Sea
Seeking adventure in one of the world’s most exciting, yet unexplored, frontiers of travel? The Saudi Red Sea – a dazzling, 1,800-kilometre sweep of untouched coastline split into three awe-inspiring regions – is calling. With awards season for the film industry underway, its possible to star in your very own adventure along this pristine, yet to be discovered coastal paradise. Here, the Heart of Arabia, is just a 1.5-hour direct flight from Jeddah or a quick hop from neighbouring GCC countries. Travellers can snorkel through kaleidoscopic coral gardens alive with darting marine life, canter across sun-dappled sands on horseback or luxuriate in beachfront splendour in upscale resorts by some of the world’s…
How to Experience Malaysian Culture at the Airport Through Food and Retail
As Merdeka and Malaysia Day approach, it’s an ideal moment to celebrate what makes Malaysia truly unique—our rich heritage, vibrant communities, and shared traditions. While cultural pride often shines through grand parades and historic landmarks, it also thrives in everyday spaces, including the airports that connect us to the world. Malaysia Airports’ nationwide network offers more than just travel convenience—they serve as dynamic cultural hubs that showcase Malaysia’s identity through food and retail. Travellers can savour authentic Malaysian flavours at food stalls featuring favourites like nasi lemak and char kway teow, alongside retail outlets offering handcrafted batik, local snacks, and artisanal products that tell the story of our diverse heritage.…
Chasing Blooms, Finding Calm: Where Wildflowers and Wellbeing Meet in Western Australia
Western Australia is blessed with natural beauty that feels worlds away from the everyday. Home to some of the world’s most awe-inspiring national parks, the region offers more than just stunning landscapes; it provides a peaceful sanctuary for those seeking rest and rejuvenation. Its vast, untouched terrains, rich biodiversity, and striking geological wonders make it a dream destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers alike. For Malaysians looking to escape the fast pace of modern life, these parks offer a rare chance to slow down and reconnect. Immersing yourself in the calm and grandeur of Western Australia’s wild spaces isn’t just visually rewarding, it also brings lasting benefits for your…
Klook and Hong Kong Tourism Board Launch First Multi-Market Partnership to Enhance the Muslim Travel Experience
Muslim leisure travelers have the same motivations as others: explore new cultures, discover local experiences, and create meaningful memories. The key difference lies in their need to do so in line with faith-based needs, such as access to Muslim-friendly food, prayer facilities, and privacy considerations. “Travel planning to non-Muslim-majority destinations can be stressful when key information for our faith-based needs isn’t readily available,” says Fazal Bahardeen, CEO of CrescentRating and HalalTrip, global authorities in Muslim-friendly travel. “And navigating unfamiliar places among unfamiliar people can add to that anxiety.” “These gaps create feelings of discomfort or exclusion, undermining the very purpose of leisure travel, which is to enjoy new experiences with peace…
Xinhua Silk Road: Waterfalls forge stronger China-Italy bond
“The two natural wonders have not only become a symbol of our friendly relations, but also a cultural bridge connecting two places,” Walter Semperboni, mayor of Valbondione in the Italian province of Bergamo, highlighted the waterfall-linked friendship between China and Italy in a recent letter. This connection was formalized in December 2020 during the 50th anniversary of the establishment of China-Italy diplomatic relations, when the Jiulong Waterfalls in Luoping County, Qujing City, southwestern China’s Yunnan Province and Italy’s Serio Falls near Valbondione were officially twinned. “These waterfalls constitute natural bridges for exchanges and cooperation,” said Lorenzo Riccardi, president of the China-Italy Chamber of Commerce. On August 7, 2023, Riccardi represented the government of Valbondione to unveil a friendship monument commemorating the pact between the twin waterfalls…
