This young Malaysian volunteered to work while on holiday in Terengganu


Chagar Hutang is a beautiful place. — MIZAN KAMALINA JUMMAT

“Have you ever regretted deciding to volunteer in Redang Island rather than go on a ‘regular’ holiday?” Beneath the glow of a sunset on the rooftop of a building in the city, I was asked this question.

Looking back at the seven exciting days I spent volunteering my time at the Chagar Hutang Turtle Sanctuary in Terengganu, I replied, “No, not even for a second. I believe I would have actually regretted not doing it.”

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