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Our Book with Confidence Guarantee applies when you book a new tour by 31 August 2026, and covers all tours with departure dates in 2026, 2027 and 2028.

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Tipping in Asia

For most of us, knowing when and how to tip while travelling can feel like finding your way through a jungle. So, when exactly should you tip? In this blog post, we’ll help you get a grip on the tipping culture across our Asian destinations. Where & when do you…

Food in Malaysia: 10 amazing dishes to try

A tour to Malaysia combines adventurous landscapes, vibrant cities, and a colourful food culture, whose tastes narrate stories from across Asia. The Malaysian kitchen draws threads through Chinese, Indian, and Malay cuisines, harmoniously blending salty, sweet, and sour flavours. But what should you eat in Malaysia? In this blog post,…

Travelogue from Thailand: A once-in-a-lifetime experience on the River Kwai

In March 2025, Cecilie, a specialist in our booking department, travelled to Thailand. There, she discovered a Thailand she had never experienced before. Read about her adventures on the enchanting River Kwai. Spending two days on the Kwai River in the Kanchanaburi province of Thailand was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. These…

Michelle from TourCompass looks out over Penang

Travelogue from Malaysia: A balance I love to convey

What is it about Malaysia that draws travellers from all over the world? Our Product Manager, Michelle, visited the country in March 2025 as part of her work developing new travel experiences – and she certainly knows what it is she loves about this place. Malaysia has truly left its…

Michelle from TourCompass is walking in Bako National Park on the island of Borneo in Malaysia

When is the best time to visit Malaysia?

Dreaming of standing atop a skyscraper in Kuala Lumpur, trekking through Borneo’s rainforests, or unwinding on the white sandy beaches of Langkawi? Malaysia offers thrilling experiences all year round – but when is the best time to travel if you’re seeking the most favourable weather? Read on to find the…