Everyone most likely is at least a little bit fond of Europe. But for many of us, flying to European countries will cost a dent in savings, while for some, Europe is too far and they do not have the time. Whatever the reason is, CatchThatBus has rounded up these locations that possess some European... Continue Reading →
After almost four months of research, discussion, and debate, The New York Times had chosen and has recently published its annual list of places to go with sustainability and history emerged as prominent running themes. If you have heard, listed among the likes of Paris in France, Antakya in Turkey, and Asturias in Spain are... Continue Reading →
The government has conferred duty-free status for Pangkor Island effective 1 January 2020. The feat is an effort by the government to revive Pangkor tourism with items such as cigarettes included among the duty-free things in the list. The government is also now upgrading the island’s ferry and taxi services and had added a shopping mall and... Continue Reading →
HOGA Gaharu Tea Valley is a plantation and agro-tourism destination located in Gopeng, Perak that house over 200,000 agarwood. The plant possesses excellent medicinal properties, including regulating blood glucose as well as increasing metabolic rate. To study this one-of-a-kind hybrid crop, the plantation has also formed research partnerships with Universiti Sains Malaysia and Nottingham University... Continue Reading →
Malaysia has launched Visit Malaysia 2020, which means there will be a lot of exciting events to be held and the country will be full of tourists from all around the world. The incoming tourists are expected to swarm top (and expensive) tourist attractions in Kuala Lumpur and Penang. If you are budget travellers, however,... Continue Reading →
School holiday has come again, which means the kids can take a break from school and have the much-needed restful sleep. Fill the day with fun activities at these places to nurture and develop their physical and mental wellbeing. 1. ESCAPE Theme Park, Penang ESCAPE Theme Park in Georgetown is one of the best theme... Continue Reading →
What better way to quench our wanderlust than a visit to an island. The serene ocean breeze, clear blue waters, soft white sand and tropical surroundings, all of these cook up a recipe for a perfect destination and a relaxing escape. But over the years, many of the islands in Malaysia have become commercialised, soiling... Continue Reading →
Ipoh offers affordable boutique hotels and numerous natural attractions such as waterfalls, recreational parks and limestone caves. Ipoh is also known as the second food capital of Malaysia after Penang where you can find a mix of Malay, Chinese and Indian cuisines. Now is the right time to explore this up and coming town before... Continue Reading →
Cameron Highlands is different from the rest of the country and is famous among locals and tourists because of its climate. Its temperature generally averages from 18 to 25 degree celsius. Locals and even those as far as Singapore travel here to stock up on fresh produce. Everything seemed better here — the walk feels... Continue Reading →
Penang, the feted UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, witnesses the meeting of west and east culture. “The Pearl of the Orient” is completely wonderful - the history, architecture, street arts - especially its scrumptious food that includes char kuey teow, asam laksa and nasi kandar. November until February is the best time to visit Penang... Continue Reading →
The Klang Valley has become so accessible over the years, all thanks to highway developments and various public transportations, and in spite of it being associated with skyscrapers and urban living, it also holds its fair share of breathtaking nature places. Here’s a list of underrated yet MUST VISIT green destinations within the Klang Valley... Continue Reading →
Kuala Lumpur is well known to have several gigantic steel skyscrapers with some of it housing expansive shopping malls with various luxury brands from around the world. Despite being known as a shopping haven, this gem of a city is still full of an eclectic mix of things to do at zero cost. Here are... Continue Reading →
