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A Growing Orphanage
An orphanage in Janda Baik adopts an innovative sustainability model - growing an organic farm. THO XIN YI writes.
Written on 12 January 2012 by Tho Xin Yi
Ecotourism - The Solution For Janda Baik
Unsustainable tourism is no longer viable for natural environments such as Janda Baik, Pahang. CHRISTINE LEONG writes that in order for Janda Baik to sustain its natural flora and fauna, a shift towards ecotourism is needed.
Written on 05 December 2011 by Christine Leong
A Question of Tourism
RICHARD BLAIR explores the positive and negative impacts of tourism in Janda Baik and highlights how the locals perceive tourism.
Written on 21 November 2011 by Richard Blair
What price would we pay for nature?
Rivers are an indicator of the quality and health of a habitat, and in the case of Janda Baik, Pahang, a main tourism attraction. However, increased developments in the area are taking its toll on the natural environment. TERESA YEO writes.
Written on 21 November 2011 by Teresa Yeo
Rubbish woes at Janda Baik
A village tucked within a valley surrounded by thick rainforests, the folks at Kampung Janda Baik depend largely on tourism revenue and private orchards. However, waste management is a stinking problem looming over the villagers' heads. ENG SEW KEE reports.
Written on 17 November 2011 by Eng Sew Kee
The changing landscape of Janda Baik
The lush environment in Janda Baik, Pahang is an attraction for house owners seeking a getaway from the city. However, the green landscape is being threatened by unsustainable developments. EVELYN TEH writes.
Written on 17 November 2011 by Evelyn Teh
Trees of Life
Trees are sacred entities in many cultures and tree-planting is a popular activity as a way to give back to mother nature. SHARYN SHUFIYAN recently participated in a tree-planting activity organized by Kulim (M) Berhad, a responsible corporation committed towards RSPO.
Written on 04 November 2011 by Sharyn Lisa Shufiyan
Shergarh Tented Camp
Shergarh Tented Camp opened in 2004 and was established as a small and informal tented camp with a strong focus on high quality wildlife experiences, and with a deep concern for the environment and local community. The project all started with the vision to build a simple lodge from which tourists could enjoy the nearby Kanha Tiger Reserve. The plan began with purchasing a degraded plot of non-native eucalyptus plantation, then restoring the area back to original native woodland and a haven for wildlife. Shergarh Tented Camp supports the local community and has always drawn upon local skills, materials and services for their business. The owners Katie, Jehan and their two children reside there and have become a close as family with the local community, who in turn help them to run many aspects of the camp.
Written on 02 November 2011 by Shergarh Tented Camp
LooLa Adventure Resort
LooLa Adventure Resort started operating in June of 2000 on the island of Bintan, Indonesia. The owner, Dr. Marc van Loo, vowed from the beginning to have a fully local staff and to involve them in all aspects of management. It has been a long road towards incorporating a full team of local staff and inspiring them to become proud stakeholders of the project. Over the years Loola has been very successful in incorporating the local community, creating pride among their staff and supporting local community development projects.
Written on 02 November 2011 by Loola Adventure Resort
SOS for Orangutans
Not quite the Morse code, SOS stands for the Sumatran Orangutan Society working in orangutan education and protection in Bali, Indonesia. MARCELLA SEGRE had the opportunity to sight these timid creatures in their natural habitats and brings to light the efforts of SOS.
Written on 31 October 2011 by Marcella Segre
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