Local Journeys

Kuching Waterfront. It combines everyday life, culture, and history into a beautiful walk along the Sarawak River. Grand structures like The Astana and Fort Margherita stand silently across the river, while colonial buildings rise behind food vendors and street entertainers. The sky sparkles as the sun sets, the Darul Hana Bridge illuminates, and the river reflects Kuching's rhythm, which is serene, hospitable, and vibrant. 

Located in a quiet town just outside of Kuching, Siniawan comes alive around dusk. The smell of barbecue fills the air, charming wooden stores sparkle under red lanterns. Here, people take their time. Under the open sky, they stroll gently while conversing, laughing, and sharing snacks. Every meal of grilled meats, regional appetizers, and refreshing beverages tastes better when there is music playing and conversation taking place.

This park, tucked away in Tabuan Heights, is a peaceful commemoration of the friendship between China and Malaysia that dates back 30 years. It's a beautiful blending of two worlds in one common area. Go through the stunning three-arched entrance and stand in front of Admiral Zheng's imposing statue. He stands atop a stone "junk" and then strolls beneath pavilions that evoke Beijing and ancient Yunnan customs. A stone globe whispering, "Friendship is All It Takes to Bridge the Distance," is located on the opposite bank. The Sarawak Fountain nearby honors the native tribes, including the Malay, Iban, Bidayuh, Orang Ulu, Melanau, and Penan. 

More than just a weekend market, Serikin is a live intersection of Malaysia and Indonesia, situated close to the Sarawak–Kalimantan border. This peaceful border community comes alive every Saturday and Sunday with stalls extending out in the sun, offering a wide range of goods from handcrafted crafts to fresh fruits, spices, and traditional batik fabrics. It's more than just a store. It's a place to stroll leisurely, to greet strangers with a smile, and to see how two cultures coexist peacefully, entwined by custom, trade, and trust.