Two summer breaks ago, I finally crossed an item from my bucket list. I went on a solo trip. Yes, I went alone to a country where I didn’t speak
[This article was first written and published on 1st June 2022 by Elaine Yeoh and has been updated by Hemala Devaraj as at 9th September 2024.]Â If you are thinking
Visiting the Mangala Estate Boutique Resort, nestled in the quaint town of Gambang, Pahang, you would never guess that it was once a mining site and a desolate terrain. Thanks
Ahoy, matey! Curious about amping up your family travel adventures by taking a cruise together? From magnificent themed-cruises to short sunset dining cruises, here are some wholesome kid-friendly options you
The thought of a big family vacation gives me warm, fuzzy feelings and anxiety – all in same heartbeat. I’d love nothing more than to gather my extended families and
[This article was first published on 19th November 2021 and has been updated as at 25th February 2024 by Hemala Devaraj.] Singapore is our spotlight here! Our neighbouring island has
Not long after our trip to DoubleTree by Hilton Damai Laut, our family found ourselves back at another DoubleTree by Hilton property. This time, it was DoubleTree by Hilton Putrajaya
DoubleTree by Hilton hotels remain popular with families – with its Penang resort’s Kids’ Club a hit with the littles, and in recent years, the Putrajaya Lakeside location well-loved for
Mention the word “Penang”, and everyone instantly waxes lyrical about the scrumptious food and thriving arts scene that this beloved Malaysian island has to offer. If you’re planning a trip
Looking for a fun family holiday resort where the family can enjoy environmentally-friendly activities, as well as outstanding and safe service and facilities? We found all this and more when
Mamas, have you already been bitten by the post-pandemic travel bug, or are you planning your first trip as you begin to venture cautiously beyond the borders of the country
Our little family are as orang KLÂ as they can get, so when I first broached the idea of a staycation in the city (as opposed to an outstation trip), I
Cosmopolitan getaways will always be classic, but sometimes, getting back to nature is, quite literally, a breath of fresh air! What happens though, for those of us who love the
I was tired. My husband was tired. My infant son had finally cried himself to sleep after fidgeting through the entire Kuala Lumpur-Langkawi plane ride. Even my four-year-old, who usually
Be honest: ever since the interstate travel ban was lifted, Agoda, Booking.com and Airbnb have all taken up permanent residence in your browsing history, haven’t they? Don’t worry – you’re
With increasing border relaxations in Malaysia and around the world, many are toying with the idea of travelling by plane again. Who knew parents would actually be looking forward to
We did our bit to flatten the curve by staying home for almost three months. Well done! Now that we are under the Recovery Movement Control Order (RMCO), restrictions have
Half the battle is won with good preparation. When we asked our makchic readership about their experiences travelling with kids, we ended up with an eye-opening sharing session filled with crazy horror stories and
With so many adventures to be had in our beautiful country, we love making plans to travel and explore Malaysia with our kids. Makchic took time to get recommendations and ask
When you’re in Hong Kong with the family, you’re never more than 30 minutes from a good time. You could be on one of it’s sunny beaches in the morning, take
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