Bako beckons

Pitcher plants, proboscis monkeys and patterned rocks – these and more are the star attractions of Bako.

Pulau Ketam

A trip to quaint Pulau Ketam offers visitors an opportunity to experience the typical life of a fisherman in Malaysia.

Zoo Negara

Many are unaware that the National Zoo of Malaysia began as a private estate.

Pulau Lakei: A little treasure by the sea

Pulau Lakei near Bako National Park, Sarawak certainly offers more than meets the eye.

Back to nature

A jungle resort that offers both adventure and relaxation in equal measure is only just a few hours away from the city. Perfect for city dwellers looking to get back to nature.

STORIES

Fit for a Ming king

REVIEWS One of the newest hotels in Kota Kinabalu gets an enthusiastic thumbs up from our reporter.

By allMalaysia · March 22, 2012 · 0

BEYOND MALAYSIA A 400-year-old annual tradition in a remote area of Indonesia is today celebrated by hundreds of visitors from around the world for its display of sheer power and teamwork between man and animal.

By allMalaysia · March 22, 2012 · 0

Chopsticks in the Harbour City

BEYOND MALAYSIA Chinese food is so well established in Sydney that you could do a food trail that covers most of the regional offerings of China.

By allMalaysia · March 22, 2012 · 0

Queenstown: Paradise, lost and found

BEYOND MALAYSIA When faced with Queenstown’s magnificence, do what the others do. Take a deep breath and dive headlong into all that beauty, without killing yourself.

By allMalaysia · March 21, 2012 · 0

Growing community of ukulele enthusiasts in Malaysia

ACTIVITIES More Malaysians are getting together to strum in the park.

By allMalaysia · March 21, 2012 · 0

Virtual Travel Fair 2012 to offer a variety of packages

Buyers will be spoilt for choice at the third Virtual Travel Fair (VTF) this month — on offer are about 1,500 domestic and international travel packages.

By allMalaysia · March 14, 2012 · 0

Yoga in Langkawi

ACTIVITIES Basking in the sun and enjoying pristine beaches are usually the main activities of an island holiday. But, travellers seeking a peaceful getaway may be tempted to try the many yoga retreats offered in Langkawi.

By Susan Tam · March 1, 2012 · 0

Malacca

MALAYSIANA Malacca’s historical past is alive today because of the continuing efforts to preserve its historical sites and buildings – an important commitment as a World Heritage Site.

By Susan Tam · February 29, 2012 · 0

Back to nature

REVIEWS A jungle resort that offers both adventure and relaxation in equal measure is only just a few hours away from the city. Perfect for KLites looking to get back to nature.

By allMalaysia · February 27, 2012 · 0

Hotshots [PIC]

MALAYSIANA To commemorate its 40th anniversary in 2011, The Star published a coffee table book honouring its “hotshots” or photographers. (27 Photos)

By Michael A. Fredericks · February 26, 2012 · 0