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WEEKEND OF GOOD

A Weekend of Good in Gopeng, Malaysia

A forgotten place, from a forgotten time, brought to life through community-based tourism. Help revive Gopeng, an old mining town in Malaysia.

Journey

Malaysia’s hidden gem, and its hometown heroes

Culture, cuisine, and history: there’s something for every traveller in in Lenggong, Perak.

Meet

Meet Nash, Rumah Tiang 16 host

Nash is the founder of Rumah Tiang 16, a boutique homestay in Lenggong, one of Malaysia’s four UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Meet

Meet Mak Ani, Rumah Tiang 16's chef

Mak Ani serves sumptuous forest-to-farm home cooking at Rumah Tiang 16, a boutique homestay in Lenggong, one of Malaysia’s four UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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Experiences

Experiences

Fusion cuisine that supports school for all

Treat yourself to a modern mix of cuisines at Eat X Dignity, where proceeds go towards supporting the education for underprivileged children.

Experiences

A vegetarian cafe that gives back with skills

De'Divine provides work experience to disadvantaged youth - while also serving up a drool-worthy selection of cakes and local delights.

Experiences

De-stress while empowering the blind

Founded by Paralympian Lee Seng Chow, the centre uses traditional Chinese massage to help customers unwind, performed by trained blind therapists.

Experiences

A sustainably stylish boutique hotel

Tucked behind lush greenery, this rustic property reduces its carbon footprint through natural ventilation and recycled materials.

Experiences

Cycle to see Kuala Lumpur's hidden gems

Bike with Elena is an eco-friendly way to explore Kuala Lumpur, led by an acid cyclist who wants to make the city more bike-friendly.

Experiences

Explore batik that weaves new livelihoods

Batik Boutique sells beautiful batik items made by women from disadvantaged backgrounds, providing them with an equitable, sustained livelihood.

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