What to Eat at The Starhill: Restaurants & Dining Guide
The Starhill may be best known for luxury shopping, watches and Eslite Spectrum, but food has long been an important part of this Bukit Bintang destination. Located directly opposite Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, The Starhill offers a relatively compact but diverse collection of restaurants. You can find contemporary Kerala cuisine, Japanese robatayaki, Chinese dim sum, Middle Eastern […]
Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali: Her Life, Medical Career and Legacy
Tun Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, one of Malaysia’s pioneering women doctors and a prominent advocate for public health, died on 28 September 2026 at the age of 100. While many Malaysians knew her as the wife of former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad, Tun Siti Hasmah had a distinguished career of her own. […]
How to Get to Sepang International Circuit for F1 2026: Train, Shuttle Bus, Grab & Driving Guide
Formula 1 returns to Sepang International Circuit in 2026, and for thousands of fans heading to the track, one of the biggest questions will be: how do you actually get to Sepang from Kuala Lumpur? The Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia 2026 takes place at Sepang International Circuit from 2 to 4 October 2026. Practice sessions […]
Mid-Autumn Festival in Kuala Lumpur: Mooncakes, Lanterns, Traditions and Where to Celebrate
The Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the most widely celebrated traditional Chinese festivals in Malaysia. Also known as the Mooncake Festival or Lantern Festival, it brings families together over mooncakes, colourful lanterns and an evening spent appreciating the full moon. In Kuala Lumpur, the celebration reflects both centuries-old Chinese traditions and Malaysia’s multicultural character. Temples […]
The Starhill Kuala Lumpur: Complete Guide to Shopping, Dining & Eslite Spectrum
In the middle of Kuala Lumpur’s busiest shopping district sits a mall that feels noticeably different from its neighbours. The Starhill is a luxury shopping and lifestyle destination along Jalan Bukit Bintang, directly opposite Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. Formerly known as Starhill Gallery, the mall has undergone a major transformation that combines luxury retail, dining, books, culture and […]
MRT Putrajaya Line Guide: Stations, Route, Fares & Travel Tips
The MRT Putrajaya Line is the second MRT line serving Kuala Lumpur and the Klang Valley, connecting Kwasa Damansara in the north-west with Putrajaya Sentral in Malaysia’s federal administrative capital. Stretching approximately 57.7 kilometres, the line passes through northern Kuala Lumpur, the city centre, southern suburbs, Cyberjaya and Putrajaya. It has 36 operational stations, including 27 elevated and nine underground stations, with a […]
Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur: Opening Date, Suites, Dining and What to Expect
Kuala Lumpur’s luxury hotel scene is welcoming another major international name with the arrival of Waldorf Astoria Kuala Lumpur, the first Waldorf Astoria property in Malaysia. Located along Jalan Raja Chulan in the heart of the Golden Triangle, the all-suite hotel occupies the former Hotel Istana site. Following an extensive transformation, the familiar address is beginning […]
MRT Kuala Lumpur Guide: Lines, Stations, Fares & How to Use It
The MRT in Kuala Lumpur is one of the easiest and most efficient ways to travel around the city and the wider Klang Valley. With modern trains, air-conditioned stations, clear signage, and connections to many of Kuala Lumpur’s most popular neighbourhoods and attractions, the MRT is particularly useful for visitors who want to explore without relying entirely […]
118 Mall Kuala Lumpur: Complete Guide to the New Merdeka 118 Mall
A major new shopping destination is coming to the heart of Kuala Lumpur. 118 Mall, located at the base of the iconic Merdeka 118, is scheduled to open in November 2026, bringing more than 300 shops, restaurants and lifestyle concepts to one of Kuala Lumpur’s most historically significant districts. But this isn’t simply another large shopping mall. […]
Haze in Kuala Lumpur: What Travellers Need to Know
Haze can occasionally affect Kuala Lumpur, reducing visibility across the city and causing air quality to deteriorate. During more significant episodes, Kuala Lumpur’s normally prominent skyline can become obscured and outdoor activities may become less comfortable. For travellers, however, haze in Kuala Lumpur does not necessarily mean that a trip needs to be cancelled. Conditions […]