Malaysia

This is one of the most intense marathons in the world: the Mount Kinabalu Climbathon, in which runners from around the world race to the top of the famed peak of Borneo.

Set to open in September of this year, the $60 million refurbishment of Langkawi’s most luxurious accommodations will put a special shine on the Jewel of Kedah.

Malaysia’s famous for its islands and wildlife, but smart travelers know to stop in Penang for some of the finest eats in Southeast Asia.

Give the tropical islands a miss for awhile and relax in the cultural charms and luxury hotels of Penang, a destination that combines history with its hospitality.

Are you ready for the Year of the Dog? Well, the great Chinese diaspora in Chinatowns around Asia are setting up for their Spring Festival extravaganzas.

From the still waters of the mangroves to thrilling X-Jetblades on the beach, this Andaman sea island’s hotels have so much to offer.

Whether you’re looking for a family holiday on an island full of activities or that perfect dive site swirling with barracuda, the rich islands of Malaysia have an answer.

The Eastern & Oriental Express is the most lavish and well-appointed train anywhere in Southeast Asia, traveling between Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.

They have shorter trunks, rounder faces, longer tails, and smaller tusks than their Asian cousins, but what really sets the Borneo pygmy elephant apart  from the herd – apart from a reputation for friendliness – is no one is really sure how it got there.

Malaysia is home to countless delicious dishes whose flavorsome roots come from all over the region, reflecting the multi-ethnic tapestry that makes up Malaysian society.

Malaysia’s bustling capital is a rich melting pot of flavors, smells and sights thanks to the complex tapestry woven by it inhabitants and their history.

Recently, I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to witness the Thaipusam festival in full swing, at one of the world’s most revered Hindu shrines outside of India: the Batu Caves.