Enriched Escapes with YTL Hotels’ ‘Skillcations’ Across Malaysia | News
With 76% of global travellers believing that the skills they gain on a trip remain with them longer than any material souvenir, YTL Hotels’ series of interactive guest experiences across the group’s luxury Malaysian portfolio are ideal for those looking for the ultimate holiday takeaway.
Saltwater Fishing Lessons at Pangkor Laut Resort
Embark on a deep-sea excursion that showcases the skill of saltwater fishing at Pangkor Laut Resort. Take a chartered trip including all equipment, lunch and refreshments, to Pulau Sembilan with the resort’s professional fishing guide to learn about historic craft and the local species, including bigeye tuna, barracuda, giant trevally and queenfish. For those looking for a more relaxing angling afternoon, enjoy leisure fishing while spotting tropical marine life such as the blue line grouper and yellowtail.
Saltwater Fishing Lessons start from £530. For more information, visit https://www.pangkorlautresort.com/experiences/
Introduction to Harvesting and Cooking Classes at Cameron Highlands Resort
At Cameron Highlands Resort, take a journey accompanied by Farmer Fong, amidst the mist-clad hills of Ringlet, to learn about the daily rhythm of the farmlands and the gentle art of regenerative cultivation whilst gathering the morning’s harvest. On return to the resort, enjoy a tranquil tea infusion bath at the Spa Village to wash away the dew of the fields. From here, enjoy exclusive access to Gonbei’s kitchen, where the resident chef will lead a cooking class using the very produce harvested earlier that day.
A Cameronian Culinary Journey starts from £73. For more information, visit https://www.cameronhighlandsresort.com/treasured-moments/
Diving & Snorkelling at Tanjong Jara Resort
At Tanjong Jara Resort dive into the underwater world and discover the crystal-clear waters of Tenggol Island. Thriving coral gardens and vibrant marine life offer an unspoiled underwater haven promising breathtaking dives for all levels and unforgettable encounters beneath the waves. The certified PADI diver resort offers a range of programmes for beginners to experienced enthusiasts, from one-day guided snorkelling trips and try dives to 14-day Divemaster courses.
Diving and snorkelling programmes start from £414. For more information, visit https://www.tanjongjararesort.com/experiences/
Borneo Craftworks at Gaya Island Resort
Guests at Gaya Island Resort can get hands-on with the rich artistic traditions of Sabah, guided by local artisans mastering crafts passed down through generations. From Rungus-style beadwork to Kadazandusun weaving, each session ends with a handcrafted keepsake and a genuine connection to one of the world’s most culturally diverse destinations.
Borneo Craftworks start from £5. For more information, visit https://www.gayaislandresort.com/experiences/
Kristang Culinary Journey at The Majestic Malacca
Starting at a market, moments away from The Majestic Malacca, one of the hotel’s expert chefs will guide guests through local ingredients and help them select the freshest catch of the day. Back at the hotel, an in depth, traditional Kristang / Malaccan-Portuguese cooking lesson takes place, centred around immersing oneself in the Kristang community’s history, cooking methods, and culinary traditions, a culture that is entirely unique to Malacca.
Kristang Culinary Journey stars from £56. For more information, visit https://www.majesticmalacca.com/treasured-moments/
