Travellers Planning To Stay In Perak Will Have To Pay A RM3 Fee Starting January 2025

A local service charge of RM3 will be applied to those staying in Perak from 1 January 2025 onwards This new charge will be applied to each room per night at all accommodation service providers, including hotels, homestays, and short-term rentals such as Airbnb. As part of the Perak Hotel Enactment 2023, which was approved in May...

Taiwan Offers Travel Passes For Tourists To Enjoy Unlimited Rides Around The Island

Starting 1 July, foreign travellers can enjoy the Taiwan PASS, a digital pass offering unlimited rides on Taiwan Railway services, local metro systems, and tourist buses This pass will be available until 30 September, so keep this in mind if you're planning a trip to Taiwan soon! Image via Alan Wang/Pexels Under the Taiwan PASS, there are two packages...

AirAsia X Now Offers Direct Flights To Nairobi, Kenya, Starting At RM699 One Way

Ever wanted to live out your wildest safari dreams? Now you can, because AirAsia X has announced a brand new route to Nairobi, Kenya's capital in Africa! Set to take its first flight on 15 November 2024, this marks a milestone for AirAsia X as the sole low-cost carrier in Malaysia to offer direct air connectivity to...

Royal Caribbean cruise ship expert reveals the biggest danger he constantly worries about

The Royal Caribbean employee worries big time about this natural phenomenon A cruise ship expert working for Royal Caribbean has revealed the biggest danger that leaves him constantly worried. Founded in 1968, Royal Caribbean is one of the world's leading cruise lines working out of Miami, Florida, taking millions of people around the globe every year on a wide...

Unique Benidorm rule could see you fined €150 for simple act

Brits love a trip to Benidorm but make sure you don't fall foul of some very particular rules There are three certainties in life. Death, taxes, and Brits loving a bargain holiday in Benidorm. But those visiting the busy location are being warned about a bizarre rule that could leave you out of pocket if you break it. For better...

There’s An Ecolodge In Chiang Mai Where Elephants Can Come Right Up To Your Bedroom Window

Ever dreamed of hanging out with gentle giants and chilling in a place so beautiful it looks straight outta a postcard? Well, pack your bags because Chai Lai Orchid in Chiang Mai, Thailand is about to be your new happy place. Image via Chai Lai Orchid   Just about an hour's drive from Chiang Mai's airport, this nature retreat offers...

LIFESTYLE This Farm Stay In Janda Baik Has A Hobbit House & Lets You Hang Out With Animals

Just 45 minutes away from the city, you can find Misty Mountain, an idyllic farm stay that's perfect for a quick and recharging weekend escape Surrounded by a lush tropical forest, this serene retreat is a green haven, offering you fresh air and breathtaking mountain views. Image via Misty Mountain Janda Baik (Facebook) Image via @mistymountain.jb (Instagram) Image via @mistymountain.jb (Instagram) Image via @mistymountain.jb...

Japan introduces new climbing regulations for Mount Fuji

In a bid to ensure the safety of climbers, Japan has announced a series of new measures that will take effect from 2024. Nighttime climbers will now be required to make reservations at mountain huts for their ascent, Wego reports. The new safety measures will be particularly noticeable on the Yoshida Trail in Yamanashi Prefecture. Gates...

As tourists move in, Italians are squeezed out on holiday island of Capri

Famed for its blue seas, breathtaking views and cove-studded coastline, the Mediterranean island of Capri has been a tourist haven since the early years of the Roman empire. Unlike in the imperial heyday, when emperors made it their exclusive playground, Capri now attracts visitors from around the world, clogging its narrow alleys, packing the piazzas and...

5 things you’ll love (and 2 you might not) about the Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo

Kimpton hotels are known for their alluring social spaces, out-of-the-box experiences like nightly wine hours, their pet-friendly policies and clever marketing strategies, such as complimentary perks for guests who know the secret seasonal password. As the brand's long-awaited first location in Japan, the 151-room Kimpton Shinjuku Tokyo debuted in 2020, promising to be a stylish, youthful hotel, replete...