Chinese New Year in Sarawak provides the state with an opportunity to showcase its unique racial and cultural integration. This article highlights the festival in one of Sarawak’s major cities – Miri. Whether you celebrate Chinese New Year or not, being in Miri during Chinese New Year, is truly an extraordinary experience. It is one which exudes warmth, harmony, racial unity and rich traditions shared amongst the diverse local communities.  He...

If exploring amazing coral reefs or shipwrecks from World War II are one of the things that float your boat, then you will be pleasantly surprised by Sarawak’s fascinating underwater world.  Kuching and Miri offer remarkable diving locations suitable for divers of all levels. Whether you are new to diving, your diving skills need some refreshing, or you are an experienced diver looking for a safe and local dive destination, there are operators...

Whilst in San Francisco in 2006, after having spent an entire day drawing and walking around the city, Enrico Casarosa initiated the idea of a drawing marathon, which he subsequently named ‘SketchCrawl™’. Although drawing, sketching or other passions concerning creativity are often regarded as something done in solitude, Enrico felt that the concept would be more interesting if the marathon involves other artists and not just one individual. T...

Calling all hikers, nature, wildlife and jungle enthusiasts! Are you looking for a challenging adventure holiday that involves jungle trekking in a tranquil, lush, natural and timeless environment? If you are, then look no further than Sarawak as it offers many packages dependent on your capabilities but all inclusive of mesmerising landscapes; magnificent jungles bursting with diverse wildlife and flora and pristine national parks.  Jungle tr...

Remember the final scene from the old-time favourite 1990 movie, Home Alone, when Kevin rushes downstairs on Christmas morning only to find his family was gone? Fast forward to the end of the movie and after all the adventures, the heartfelt moment when his mother returned home and hugged him before being reconciled with the rest of his family.   Home with the family. Isn’t that what Christmas is all about? Like all festive seasons, Christmas ...

There are many unique experiences in the beautiful Land of the Hornbills, but one that few people think of or are even aware of is a cycling adventure through spectacular heritage sites, quaint, rural villages alongside dense jungles, mighty rivers and mountains often wrapped in a gentle mist. Not only will you witness Sarawak’s unique wildlife, nature and culture, you will also be able to experience a variety of delicious local treats along the ...