In pictures: Mabul Island, Borneo (Malaysia)
ONE of Malaysia’s little known paradises, Mabul island off the coast from Sabah is a fantastic location for diving, snorkelling or simply a superb island stay. These images of life in and above…
In pictures: Regatta Lepa, Semporna, Borneo
AT the end of April each year, the small town of Semporna in the far east of Sabah (Malaysia) comes to life with boats, parades, lanterns, music and dance for their annual regatta….
Semporna’s Accessible, World Class Dive Sites
ALMOST every seasoned diver has heard of Sipadan, one of the richest marine habitats in the world. To preserve this fragile ecosystem, however, diving requires a special permit with only a limited number…
5 great places to spend St Patrick’s Day in Asia
ST PATRICK’S Day takes place on March 17 and all around the world people will be getting into the spirit of all things green and Irish. Thanks largely to the number of Irish…
4 great things to do in Langkawi, Malaysia
THINK stunning turquoise seas, irridescent paddy fields, friendly locals and a wealth of things to see and do and you’ll soon realize why the 99-island archipelago of Langkawi is one of Malaysia’s most…
Asia’s best diving destinations
THERE is always a piece of coral out there somewhere for underwater aficionados, but there are dive spots and dive spots and some simply should not be missed. For lovers of pelagic species,…
Luxury layovers: Asia’s top 5 airports
NO matter what list you use for the world’s top airports, Asian ones feature at the top of these lists year after year. What’s remarkable about these airports is not just their quality…
Discovering Asia’s fish markets
PUNGENT, colourful and filled with the racuous cries of hawkers, Asia’s fish markets are amongst its greatest attractions. This selection of six fish markets will take you around the smelliest but also some…
6 great Asian travel destinations for 2012
THE start of a new year is the perfect time to start flirting with the idea of exciting and different travel destinations. They could be places you’ve long wanted to visit, or somewhere…
Bar of the Week: Reggae Bar, Chinatown, Kuala Lumpur
REGGAE BAR, CHINATOWN, KUALA LUMPUR Where? 158, Ground Floor, Jalan Tun H.S. Lee, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, http://reggaebarkl.com/rb2/gallery.html, 03-2026-7690, Mon-Sun 12 noon til late What makes it special? If you like Bob Marley, travellers…
