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Jude from TourCompass watching elephants by the Kinabatangan River

Travelogue from Malaysia: Boat trip on the Kinabatangan River in northern Borneo

In April 2026, our travel specialist Jude travelled to Borneo to experience the island’s magical nature and wildlife. Read about her adventure on the Kinabatangan River below. Borneo, the world’s third-largest island, is famous for its tropical rainforest and as one of the few places on Earth where you can…

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Woman looking out over Thean Hou Temple in Kuala Lumpur

Attractions in Kuala Lumpur: Malaysia’s multicultural capital

Malaysia’s vibrant capital, Kuala Lumpur, is a city full of contrasts. Here, modern skyscrapers stand alongside historic colonial buildings and colourful markets that speak to the country’s multicultural richness. Kuala Lumpur is a must-see on your tour to Malaysia, and below you’ll find our recommendations for things to do in…

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Orangutan at Semenggoh Wildlife Centre

Travelogue from Borneo: Orangutans and more

Borneo offers magical wildlife and truly unique nature. Mikkel, our Product Manager for Asia, visited the island in March 2025. Read his account and discover whether he managed to check all the experiences off his wishlist below. “Borneo, that’s something with orangutans.” And yes, it’s true that Borneo is indeed…

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Street food market in Malaysian Borneo

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,…

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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…

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