7 unique new year experiences in Western Australia for Malaysian travellers
As 2026 dawns, trade the bustle of city countdowns for the wild beauty and wide-open spaces of Western Australia. From barefoot sunrises on golden beaches to vineyard brunches under summer skies, there is no better place to start your year with fresh energy and unforgettable moments. Just a six-hour flight from Malaysia, Western Australia promises a year-start filled with nature, flavour, and adventure. Here are seven unique ways to make your new year one to remember. 1. Catch first light at Bluff Knoll There is no better way to welcome a new year than watching the first light spill across the peaks of the Stirling Range. Rising 1,099 metres above…
Shell Café sweetens Malaysian taste buds with five dreamy new donuts
Shell Café, the name behind those firecracker sausages that took Malaysia by storm, is now here to sweeten your drive in a whole new way. True to its tagline ‘Worth Stopping For’, Shell Café is rolling out a collection of dreamy donuts, crafted with premium ingredients and designed to give Malaysians a taste of indulgence on the go. From quick pit stops to coffee breaks or grabbing a box of treats for a party, Shell Café’s latest lineup promises donuts that are deliciously dreamy. Playful, unapologetically decadent, and ready to turn your everyday drives into moments worth savouring is precisely what these donuts are bringing to the table. Each donut…
Marriott Bonvoy expands presence with addition of citizenM Kuala Lumpur
Marriott Bonvoy has announced that citizenM Kuala Lumpur Bukit Bintang has been officially integrated into its global portfolio, marking the first citizenM property in the Asia Pacific region, excluding China, to join the loyalty programme following Marriott International’s acquisition of the lifestyle hotel brand earlier this year. Situated in the heart of the Bukit Bintang commercial and entertainment district, the hotel offers travellers convenient access to Kuala Lumpur’s renowned street food, nightlife and retail attractions. The 210-room property features citizenM’s signature approach to smart, design-forward hospitality, blending contemporary aesthetics with technology-driven convenience. Marriott International Regional Vice-President for Malaysia and Indonesia, Ramesh Jackson, said the inclusion of citizenM Kuala Lumpur reflects…
Saudi Travel Fair 2025 welcomes 15,000 visitors as interest grows in Umrah+ and winter travel experiences
The Saudi Travel Fair 2025, held from November 12 to 16 at IOI City Mall Putrajaya, attracted 15,000 visitors, signalling strong Malaysian interest in the diverse travel opportunities offered by Saudi Arabia. At the fair, visitors were immediately drawn to cultural showcases that brought Saudi’s heritage to life. From the Taste of Arabia corner serving qahwa, the Kingdom’s traditional spiced coffee, with dates, to heritage styling stations where guests tried on traditional attire.The Sadu Art Wall, inspired by the geometric patterns of traditional Saudi weaving, served as an interactive space where visitors could learn about and experience the craft firsthand. The calligraphy station also offered personalised Arabic names in Khat…
Malaysia strengthens cultural leadership at SOMCA 2025
Malaysia continues to reinforce its commitment to positioning arts and culture as key drivers of sustainable tourism development and the creative economy, in line with the Malaysia Madani aspirations ahead of Visit Malaysia Year 2026, said Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Datuk Khairul Firdaus Akbar Khan. He said this commitment is strengthened through continuous efforts by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) together with ASEAN member states in promoting cultural diversity and artistic excellence, which remain important assets for the region. According to him, Malaysia’s hosting of the 21st Senior Officials Meeting on Culture and Arts (SOMCA) from Nov 17 to 22, 2025, in Kota Kinabalu…
