If you had read my post yesterday (ibis Melaka, Hotel in the Heart of the Action), you would know that I went to Melaka armed with a list of eateries that I compiled after speaking to some locals. It was essential that I dine at places that only the community know best, rather than mainstream touristy ... continue reading »

With a schedule packed with work, it is difficult for me to travel as often as I did. Therefore, like the millions of employees in Malaysia, I, too, have begun counting the days to the next public holiday. You can imagine how delighted I was with the recent long weekend, which enabled me to sneak away ... continue reading »

Today's post is as useful to you as it is to myself for future reference. Here are three free guided walks organised by Sahabat Muzium Melaka (Friends of Melaka Museums). The guided walks by licensed tourist guides are in Kampung Portugis, Kampung Morten and Kampung Chetti. Their focus is on culture and heritage of the respective ... continue reading »

It is always said that "it's not about the destination but the journey". However, going to the small town of Asahan in Melaka's District of Jasin, it is totally about the destination. In one particular spot in the town of Asahan (landmark: Asahan Water Theme Park) is the point where three states meet. The states are ... continue reading »

Biskut Tongkat is also known as Biskut Mayat, and a string of other names. Why Biskut Tongkat? I guess it is because these "long rusks" do look like walking sticks, but corpses? I don't think so. Anyway, we had the opportunity to visit a Biskut Tongkat factory in Asahan, Melaka. Manufactured by Koperasi Simpang Bekoh Jasin ... continue reading »

Melaka, being listed as a Historic City of Malacca alongside Penang's George Town, is a popular tourist destination. If you visit Melaka (Malacca), you would most probably get yourself caught up in the historical aspect of the city. A good place to start is through a walkabout in Kg. Morten (Morten Village), located along Melaka River. ... continue reading »

From the street, The Shore may look like a mega shopping complex or a couple of blocks of hotel. In fact, The Shore in Melaka is all of these and more. It is Malaysia's leading leisure destination and Melaka's premier tourist entertainment centre. Located just by the Malacca River, you wouldn't miss it, especially if you ... continue reading »