Writing opportunities

eAsia.com is building out its Kuala Lumpur coverage from scratch. We need a writer who knows KL beyond the Petronas Towers — the food courts in Chow Kit and Imbi, the different character of Bangsar vs KLCC vs Bukit Bintang vs Petaling Street, what the city looks like on a Tuesday vs a weekend, where locals actually eat, and what the transport system is like in practice (not just 'take the LRT'). Initial scope: 4–6 pieces covering the city from different angles. Longer-term we'd want a KL correspondent for ongoing updates. Malaysian writers or those with extended time in KL strongly preferred.

0.10 per word

Penang is genuinely one of the best-value destinations in Southeast Asia and we want a guide that proves it with real numbers — not vague assurances. The piece should cover: where to stay for under $30/night, what to eat for under $5 a meal (and where specifically), free attractions and why they're worth your time, the cheap transport options (Rapid Penang buses, grab vs taxi), and how to do a 3-day trip for under $150 all-in. We want a writer who has actually done this — not someone projecting from 2019 prices. Updated, specific, and honest about what 'budget' actually means in Penang today.

280 flat fee

eAsia.com is expanding to Bali. We need a writer based in or frequently returning to Bali who can produce guide-quality content across multiple topics: neighbourhood profiles (Seminyak vs Canggu vs Ubud vs Sanur vs Uluwatu), food guides (warung culture, the coffee scene, markets), practical logistics (motorbike rental, temples etiquette, visa on arrival), and itinerary content for different trip lengths and travel styles. This is a long-term engagement — we'd rather build a relationship with one writer who knows Bali well than rotate through generalists. Initial brief: 3 pieces to test the fit, then ongoing work if the match is right.

0.10 per word

We're looking for a writer to cover Penang's Indian community and heritage — the Sri Mahamariamman Temple, the Kapitan Keling Mosque, Little India on Lebuh Pasar, the Tamil community around Queen Street, and the festivals (Thaipusam at Nattukkotai Chettiar Temple, Deepavali on Campbell Street). This is a culturally significant area that most travel writing reduces to 'vibrant' and 'colourful' — we want something more careful and specific. A writer with Tamil, Telugu, or Malayalam heritage, or significant time spent in these communities, is preferred. We're not looking for an outsider's gaze dressed up as expertise.

0.11 per word

VisitPenang.com has a dedicated digital nomad section and we need it to reflect how the city actually works for remote workers — not the standard 'Penang is cheap and has fast wifi' take. We want a writer who has lived and worked there: which neighbourhoods work best (KOMTAR area vs Gurney Drive vs Georgetown old town), the co-working spaces worth paying for vs the cafes that'll let you stay for three hours on one coffee, the visa reality (DE Raft, MM2H, visa run logistics), cost-of-living breakdowns that aren't five years out of date, and the practical stuff no one writes about (SIM cards, banking for foreigners, health insurance). Experience as a digital nomad in Penang is required — not optional.

350 flat fee

eAsia.com is building a network of travel guides across Southeast Asia — starting with Penang and expanding to Kuala Lumpur, Bali, Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Singapore, and Chiang Mai. We're looking for writers with direct experience in these destinations to contribute on a rolling basis — typically 3–4 pieces per month per destination. Content ranges from neighbourhood guides and itineraries to food deep-dives and practical logistics. This is a retainer arrangement: consistent work, consistent pay, consistent relationship. We're not looking for one-off freelancers — we want writers who know a place well and want to write about it properly over time.

0.10 per word

VisitPenang.com has a growing medical tourism section covering hospitals, dental clinics, fertility centres, and cosmetic surgery providers in Penang. We need a writer who can produce factual, reader-focused content that helps international patients understand their options — what to expect, how pricing compares to their home country, how to choose a provider, and what the logistics look like (accommodation near the hospital, recovery time, visa considerations). Writing must be accurate and responsible — no inflated claims, no promotional language. Previous health or medical travel writing experience preferred. Remote engagement; no need to be in Penang for this role.

0.10 per word

We need a long-form walking guide to Georgetown's UNESCO World Heritage core — Armenian Street, Lebuh Chulia, the clan jetties, the street art trail, and the colonial waterfront. This isn't a listicle. It's a narrative-led, street-by-street piece that tells readers where to stand, what to look for, when to go, and what they'll miss if they rush. The writer needs to have walked these streets themselves — we'll ask for that in the application. Ideal structure: 4–5 distinct walk segments, each with a natural start and end point, recommended timing, and 2–3 things to look for that aren't in the standard tourist materials.

450 flat fee

We're looking for a writer who has spent real time eating their way through Georgetown's hawker stalls — not someone who's summarised what others have written. The piece covers the essential hawker centres (Gurney Drive, New Lane, Lorong Selamat, Chulia St night market), the dishes that define Penang's food identity (char kway teow, asam laksa, Hokkien mee, cendol), and the hawker families behind them where possible. We want the kind of specificity that only comes from being there: the queue at lunchtime, the woman who's been doing rojak at the same stall for 40 years, the correct table to sit at. No AI-generated content considered.

0.12 per word

VisitPenang.com is hosting a 2-night press trip to one of Penang's established luxury beach resorts on Batu Ferringhi. The stay is fully hosted — accommodation and meals covered. In return, we need a 1,200–1,800 word review that goes beyond the brochure: the room (what works, what doesn't), the food (which meal stood out and why), the beach and pool experience, the service quality, and an honest assessment of who this resort is best suited for. We're not publishing promotional pieces — if the pillow menu was impressive but the housekeeping was slow, say so. Writers must be willing to publish under their own name. Experience reviewing accommodation preferred.

Unpaid / Exposure