AT THE SPEED OF NOOR

On day 1 of 2020, some  KL Sketchnation  friends and I decided to have a simple picnic to celebrate the new year. It wasn't anything fancy - we were basically just hanging out at the river - but it was the most fun New Year's I've ever had. (Credit: Anonymous child, using Hakym's phone)

Or, what to be aware of when travelling in different seasons and temperaments! Tropical For clothes, stick to thin, breathable fabrics like cotton Spring Wear light clothes but also carry light jacket, raincoat/umbrella. May get chilly sometimes. To avoid pollen allergies it may be good to carry a mask or a light scarf if outside. Don't forget asthma meds. Summer See tropical climate Autumn Wear waterproof jacket and shoes. An umbrella may be useful, unless it's windy. Might get chilly when it's dark (especially when nearing winter) so be sure to carry a thick-ish scarf. Winter Instead of wearing thick clothes, wear a few layers so that you can take them off when you feel like it.

Ipoh offers a good time for both the relaxed and the restless as it can appeal to those looking for things to see in the city as well as those looking for things to do out in nature. For most of my life, I saw Ipoh as a stopover point when travelling along the north-south highway in Peninsular Malaysia, but the first time I properly went for a trip, I knew I had to return. And I did... in the same month, in fact. :) White water rafting!

Krabi is a hot destination among Malaysians, so when my friend J  asked if I wanted to go anywhere for my birthday (she'd pay for my airfare as a birthday gift), we eventually settled on Krabi after hearing reviews about the place . Krabi was so kind to us when we were there: amazing weather, wonderful food, and barely any hickups in our plans. What seemed like a spur-of-the-moment decision turned out to be one of the most memorable experiences in my life. The view from the Tiger Cave Temple summit

Malaysia has a lot to offer, but we are (or I believe, should be ;P) best known for our fantastic food, the richness of our cultural diversity and history, and the beauty of our flora and fauna.