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Malaysia is one of the most current tourist destinations around the world and is ranked at eleventh place, just behind Mexico. There are many attractions for tourists in the country including beaches, cuisines, and ultra unusual buildings. There are many national parks which hold the biodiversity of this country. You will find many serene mountains and caves around the country. Further, many cities boast of original architecture and house some of the most famous buildings in the world.

Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia and an important hub of tourism. The illustrious Petronas Twin Towers are located here which rank among the highest towers in the world. A busy commercial district named Golden triangle is dotted with restaurants, five star luxury hotels and big shopping malls. Owing to the various shopping centers and big malls, it has become an important destination for shopping for countless numbers of people across the world.

The Dataran Merdeka is an important place in the history of the country. It was this place where the national flag was hoisted for the first time after its independence. Other prominent destinations include the House of the Parliament where the parliament of the country is seated. There are many grand museums in the city along with mosques, science centers and popular zoos. The conception of the city at night is fabulous with the Petronas Twin Towers, the Kuala Lumpur Tower and other prominent buildings are seen in one line illuminated with loads of twinkling lights.

Another important city with regards to tourism is George Town, which is in fact, a World Heritage site. A World Heritage Region is such a place which has been recognized by the UNESCO as a place with a gigantic physical or cultural importance. This is an important commercial hub of the country with modern architecture. It is said that you wouldn’t find any similar cultural landscape in East Asia and South East Asia.

Ipoh, which is capital of the Perak region, is known for the Chinese cuisine and famed tin mines. You can also visit the mountains and caves of limestone. Since the country shares boundary with Thailand, the city of Kangar is famous for being gateway to Thailand. Further, the country is connected with Singapore with the help of a bridge and that bridge is a treat for the eyes. It is known as the Tuas Second Link. Many people who visit this country go to Singapore via this bridge and it is quite popular among the tourists.

Another illustrious city is the city of Putrajaya. It is the administrative headquarter of the country. It is dotted with buildings of modern architecture. There are many bridges which connect various parts of the city. The various man made lakes are also popular among the tourists. There are many popular beaches in this country which are frequented by the tourists. These include Labuan beach, Langkawi beach and the Kapas Island. Further, you will find many natural reserves and biodiversity parks in the country.

The Station of Melaka with its capital Melaka (Malacca) is probably Malaysian’s dwelling with the most fascinating heritage and culture, named the historical plot Negeri Bersejarah. The city Melaka was founded by Parameswara a prince from Indonesia and during the times of the Dutch VOC it was once known as the Venice of the East

History of Melaka

The strategically located port of Melaka, harboring at the Straits of Malacca brought most history to this district. When the spice trade flourished in the early 1500′s and 1600′s the Dutch, Portuguese, British and Sumatran all left their footprints in Melaka, and their heritage can composed be found all over the state.

Melaka City offers much more to the tourist than objective a day trip, there is so much to see and to discover, be pleased many fruitful days in and around this pretty city. Plentiful well maintained historical buildings, temples, churches and a real fort, a maritime museum with a life size Portuguese galleon, enough to make ones mind wander back to used times and feel how live in a community like Melaka was lived. Jonker street is a true shoppers delight. Every tourist should at least once be transported by a Trishaw, it’s an absolute treat.

Tourist Attractions

The North and center of the State offer even more variety for the traveler, A Reptile Park, Fish World, Gadek Hot Springs, Mini Malaysia and Mini ASEAN, Crocodile and Butterfly Farm, Melaka Zoo and Durian Tunggal Recreational Park and lots of endless scenery and lavish landscapes.

A’Famosa resort & Water World is named after the Portuguese fort in Melaka City. It offers the only Animal Safari in Malaysia, from an open truck the visitors are able to get up end and personal with tigers, lions, giraffes and ostriches, The bumpy jungle track and crocodile river make this an exciting part of the visit. The day would not be complete without visiting the Wild Wild West present where cowboys and Indians battle in an idyllic setting. A’Famosa further offers a golf club and a micro light flying club & sports center. The resort offers various degrees of luxury whether the traveler wants a room, condominium or private villa to ensure a comfortable vacation.

In the South of Melaka Location close to the border of Johor the Melaka Traditional House can be found.

Melaka Foods

Melaka is the region where special foods developed over centuries, Dodol a sticky sugar and coconut substance which is eaten as a dessert, Asam pedas (sour and hot curry) normally eaten with white rice (nasi putih)

Melaka is also home to the Straits Chinese Nyonya and Baba communities, which are traditional Chinese descendents married into the Malay culture they introduced many new spices and cooking styles to the state, which later spread all over the country. There is a special museum called Baba-Nyonya Heritage Museum located at Tun Tan Cheng Lock street in Melaka City.

Melaka Islands

Just of the coast of Melaka City two small islands can be found, Ideal weekend get-a-ways. Pulau Besar the larger of the two is a small but hilly island with lush greenery to be found everywhere. The Japanese occupied the island during the Second World War, and some reminders still can be found. By boat the Pandanusa resort with its 18 hole golf course can be reached, boats leaving from the Umbai Jetty or the Melaka Town Jetty. More basic accommodation can be found at Pulau Upeh, where chalets discontinuance to the beach offer freedom and tranquility. During the day snorkeling, swimming and fishing are enjoyable and pleasant past times.

Melaka is a wonderful status to travel around, less then 2 hours from Kuala Lumpur a pleasant daytrip, the traveler will pick up exhilarating views and enjoyable moments of relaxation when becoming one with Melaka’s nature.

The exotic multi ethnic and cosmopolitan island state- city of Singapore is a original brew of Malay, Chinese, Western and Indian cultures, located in Southeast Asia at the tip of the tropical Malay Peninsula. Close to the Equator, Singapore is actually one island with an area of 682 sq. km surrounded by nearly 63 islets. The capital city covers over 1/3rd of the area of the main island of the world’s smallest country. Predominantly, the population is Chinese but has a large number of Malay, Indian and other ethnic groups.

With over 150 years of colourful history, Singapore derives its name from the Malay word, Singapora which means ‘ Lion City’ while another variation relates it to Sanskrit ‘Simha’ or lion. The rich culture and history traces its roots to the Srivijaya Empire which has roots in ancient Sumatra. It started as an outpost of the Sumatran Empire and later became a part of the Johore Sultanate in the 15th. century and 16th century. However, in 1617 the Portuguese burnt it down and downfall seemed imminent but managed to gain prominence in the 19th century as a trading post under the British East Indian Company. During the Second World War, it was under Japanese Occupation (1942-1945). In 1963, it joined the Federation of Malaysia but separated to become an independent nation of Republic of Singapore in 1965.

Today, the amalgamation of multi ethnic cultures, lifestyles and traditions have woven together to display a original identity to Singapore and draws innumerable tourists from all parts of the world.

Sightseeing Highlights

The most attractive destination that all tourists head to is Sentosa Island. With a Mega theme park, Underwater World, Asia’s best oceanarium with a tropical theme that allows viewing of over 2,500 sea creatures ranging from sharks, sea dragons to dolphins and electric eels, from a 80 meter acrylic tunnel. It is start from 9 am to 9 pm everyday.

Visit the first nocturnal Zoo in the world, Night Safari which encompasses an area of over 40 acres and is home to more than 120 species including 29% endangered animals. Other attractions with Night Safari park include Forest Giant’s Trail, Fishing Cat Trail, Giant Flying Squirrels and Bat Mangrove Walk.

For nature lovers and ecologically minded people, a visit to National Orchid Garden is a must. A part of Botanical Gardens of Singapore it has over 2000 hybrid varieties of orchids and 60,000 orchid plants on display.

Singapore Zoo also known as Mandai Zoo occupies 28 hectares of land and has over 315 animal species with over 2550 animals living in their natural habitat.Visit the Philately Museum, Singapore History Museum, the Asian Civilizations Museum and the Arts Museum, are some of these.

Butterfly Park and Singapore Insect Kingdom is not to be missed as they house over 2000 species of different butterflies and insects.

Jurong Bird Park is a delight with over 8,000 birds of 600 species of endangered birds, tropical birds, flightless birds and water birds from Southeast Asia

The Sultan Mosque and the Jama-at Mosque are some of the finest mosques in Singapore.

One of the oldest temples is Thian Hock Keng temple which was built in 1842. It is dedicated to the Taoist deity, Lord Matsu or God of sea

Experience

If you are looking to get the best out of your Singapore skedaddle, check out the pristine white sand beaches at Changi beach, Punggol beach, Sembawang beach and Sentosa Palawan beach.
If shopping is on your agenda, then visit the best flea markets at Sungei Road ‘Thieves Market’, Clarke Quay (Sundays only, 10 am to 6 pm), China Square (Sundays only 10 am to 6 pm) or Far East Square (Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 12.30 pm to 8 pm).
For a heritage tour of Singapore, produce a trip to the historic Fort Canning ( Bukit Larangan), Fort Tanjong Katong within the Katong Park and Fort Siloso or even the World War II site of Civilian War Memorial dedicated to those who lost their lives due to the Japanese Occupation of Singapore during 1942-45.

For a rocking nightlife, hit the pubs. Some of the most popular pubs are AZZUCAR, Ministry of Sound, The Butter Factory, Attic and many more. There is no slay of entertainment in this beautiful island city.

Other Activities

From adventure sports to nature walks in the only remaining principal rainforest patch in South East Asia, popularly known as Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.

Enjoy swimming, snorkelling, surfing, water sports to hiking and trekking. Art aficionados don’t have to miss out but can enjoy the thriving art and music hub of Singapore.

You can shop to your heart’s delight at Orchard Road or browse through Chinatown’s antique shops. Little India is famous for the Mustafa and other elite malls. Commuting is easy with MRT trains or fast lane Expressways.

Excursion

To behold Singapore landmarks in a nutshell, take a wobble to the Civic District, Cricket Club, the Padang, Supreme Court, the historic Parliament House, and City Hall. The most famous symbol of Singapore, Merlion present a picturesque view for carrying back memorable photographs.

If religious places are on your agenda, don’t miss out on the Hindu temples in Little India while the oldest Buddhist-Taoist temples, the Thian Hock Keng temple is a must see. Visit the heart of Indian community, better known as Miniature India has traditional stalls, Indian goods, silk, incense and spices.

For a romantic trip, enjoy a beautiful dinner in the true style of royalty, aboard the M V Cheng Ho, a pretty replica ship of the Ming Dynasty vessel Da Fu. It is a perfect dinner cruise along the dazzling Singapore River with the backdrop of ships harbored in the Western Anchorage.

Shopping Delights

Synonymous with Singapore’s shopping experience is Orchard Road that showcases the major supermarkets, departmental stores, multi cuisne restaurants and hotels. Some of the best hotels are Hilton International, Le Meridien, Orchard Hotel, The Boulevard, Mandarin Hotel, Goodwood Park, Hyatt Regency and Orchard Parade.

You can go and shop at huge shopping complexes such as Orchard Point, Centrepoint, Forum the Shopping Mall, Paragon, Shaw Centre, Orchard Emerald, The Far East Plaza, Ngee Ann City, Orchard Plaza Wisma Atria, Far East Shopping Centre, Lucky Plaza, Orchard Plaza, Orchard Towers, Shaw House, Tanglin Place and Tanglin Mall. Other hot spots to shop are at Arab Street, Holland Village, Little India, North Bridge Road, Marina Square and Parkway Parade.

Restaurants

Apart from the local cuisines that you can sample, Singapore restaurants offer a multi specialty restaurants and eateries serving world class cuisines. Here is a list of some of the best restaurants that you can try out:

Rochester (Contemporary Western cuisine)
At Holland Village/Buona Vista
1 Rochester Park,
Singapore 139 212
Ph. 6773 0070

Aj’s Tandoori (North Indian cuisine)
At The East #01-03,
328 Joo Chiat Rd.
(Opposite Hotel 81)
Ph. 6440 1257

Bukhara (North Indian cuisine)
At Clarke Quay,
The Cannery,
Clarke Quay
Ph. 6338 1411

Café Modestos (Italian cuisine)
Orchard Parade Hotel
Ph. 6235 7808

California Pizza Kitchen (Pizza)
Orchard, Forum the Shopping Mall
Ph. 6836 0110

Maharaja Kitchen (Indian cuisine)
Little India, 42 Veerasamy Rd
Ph. 6299 3321

Long Beach Seafood (Chinese Seafood)
The East,
1018 East Cruise Parkway,
Singapore Tennis Centre
Ph. 6445 8833

Transportation
All transportation in Singapore is world class and commuting all through the city is relatively easy. From boats, taxis, buses and MRT (Mass Rapidly Transit System) which starts from 6am to midnight as these are the safest and the cleanest commuting systems in the world. The fares are applied on the distance travelled. Tariff can be paid through Contactless Smart Card ‘ezlink’, single trip ‘Standard Ticket’ and Visitors Card.

For tourists, a Visitors Card at $45 is available to sightsee around Singapore that can be bought after presenting the passport. Included is a booklet of discount coupons for shopping, golf, restaurants and hotels.

Festivals and Cultural events
Chinese Recent Year, Chingay Parade (near Orchard Road.) and Hari Raya Puasa (celebrate the demolish of Ramzaan and Thaipusam at Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple and Sri Thandayuthapani Temple located in Little India.
Buddhist festival of Vesak, the Dragon Boat Race and the Dumpling Festival is one of the most celebrated Chinese festivals with rice dumplings, lion dances, operas at Albert Hall. Popular among tourists is the Singapore Food festival with a mix of Malay, Indian and Chinese and more cuisines. From May to July, enjoy the shopping discounts in the Great Singapore.

National Day Parade, Hungry Ghost Festival and Lantern Festival are some of the other Chinese festivals. Hindu festival of Deepavali in Little India is charming to look at all decorated with flower garlands and oil lamps. Christmas is also celebrated with equal gusto all over the country.

Destinations close to Singapore
Nearby destinations that you can visit while on a trip to Singapore or make a weekend trips are:

Kuala Lumpur- The capital of Malaysia is 4-5 hours by train or bus and a 35 itsy-bitsy air prance.
Johor Bahru- A Malaysian city known for budget shopping and restaurants.
Bintan- Just 90 km by ferry, this paradise like Indonesian Island has beautiful resorts for an Indonesian holiday experience.
Tioman- It is a Malaysian East Coast island that can be reached by boat and bus.
Batam- The nearest Indonesian island is a boat run away.
Malacca- A runt colonial town just 3 hours by bus.

Quick Facts
Capital: Singapore City
Coordinates: Latitude: 1° 22′ 0 N, Longitude: 103° 47′ 60 E
Climate/Weather: 24 ° C to 32 ° C through out the year
Official Language: Mandarin, Malay, Tamil and English
Currency: Singapore dollar (SGD)
Calling Code: +65
Best Time to Visit: All year round

Tourist Information
The High Commission of India
India House
31, Grange Road,
Singapore 239702.
Phone: + 65- 67376777, 62382538 (only for after office hour queries. Timing for emergency service procedures – 1730 to 2200 hrs)
Fax : + 65- 67326909

Malaysia is one of the most popular tourist destinations around the world and is ranked at eleventh place, fair late Mexico. There are many attractions for tourists in the country including beaches, cuisines, and ultra modern buildings. There are many national parks which keep the biodiversity of this country. You will find many composed mountains and caves around the country. Further, many cities boast of modern architecture and house some of the most famous buildings in the world.

Kuala Lumpur is the capital city of Malaysia and an principal hub of tourism. The famous Petronas Twin Towers are located here which rank among the highest towers in the world. A busy commercial district named Golden triangle is dotted with restaurants, five star luxury hotels and big shopping malls. Owing to the various shopping centers and big malls, it has become an important destination for shopping for countless numbers of people across the world.

The Dataran Merdeka is an important area in the history of the country. It was this location where the national flag was hoisted for the first time after its independence. Other prominent destinations include the House of the Parliament where the parliament of the country is seated. There are many titanic museums in the city along with mosques, science centers and popular zoos. The notion of the city at night is fantastic with the Petronas Twin Towers, the Kuala Lumpur Tower and other prominent buildings are seen in one line illuminated with loads of twinkling lights.

Another important city with regards to tourism is George Town, which is in fact, a World Heritage site. A World Heritage Site is such a place which has been recognized by the UNESCO as a place with a large physical or cultural importance. This is an important commercial hub of the country with modern architecture. It is said that you wouldn’t find any similar cultural landscape in East Asia and South East Asia.

Ipoh, which is capital of the Perak region, is known for the Chinese cuisine and famous tin mines. You can also visit the mountains and caves of limestone. Since the country shares boundary with Thailand, the city of Kangar is famous for being gateway to Thailand. Further, the country is connected with Singapore with the help of a bridge and that bridge is a treat for the eyes. It is known as the Tuas Second Link. Many people who visit this country go to Singapore via this bridge and it is quite popular among the tourists.

Another famous city is the city of Putrajaya. It is the administrative headquarter of the country. It is dotted with buildings of modern architecture. There are many bridges which connect various parts of the city. The various man made lakes are also popular among the tourists. There are many popular beaches in this country which are frequented by the tourists. These include Labuan beach, Langkawi beach and the Kapas Island. Further, you will find many natural reserves and biodiversity parks in the country.

Gurney Drive (or locally Persiaran Gurney) is a popular seafront crawl in George Town, Penang. This spot is one of the Penang’s most happening areas that is full of dining culture. On this sea-front promenade, there are multitudes of hawker stalls clumped together in a large outdoor opening area, offering tourists to experience the Penang’s culinary culture. Locals and tourists from Kuala Lumpur and Johor or even Singapore come all the way from south of Malaysia unprejudiced to feast on the cuisine from the legendary hawker stalls of Gurney. These hawker stalls and food courts have become one of the main attractions in Gurney Drive. There are not many choices during the day time if you are looking for food here. Most of the hawker stalls open in the leisurely evening. So, head here for your dinner or supper. This place will be your great dining spot after your day’s activities.

While you are dining at Gurney Drive, dishes that not to be missed out are the most famous Chinese dish called “Char Keow Teow”, Penang Nyonya’s favorite dish “Asam Laksa”, and the Penang’s most legendary dish “Penang Style Hokkien Mee”. Also, you may try out Indian dishes like ” Mee Rebus” and ” Ice Kacang”. All this mentioned dishes are just the tip of the iceberg, you may be surprised if you are here because there are so many dishes that are waiting for you to discover.

Unlike the traditional pubs and bars, the dining culture at night in Gurney Drive is Gurney’s nightlife. Of course, if you prefer conventional night entertainment like a place for a night of cocktails, snacks and live bands, the pubs and bars in the row of hotels that line the stretch along Gurney’s esplanade are all you choice.

Apart from Gurney’s hawker food attraction in Gurney Drive one can visit Botanic Garden and Wat Chaiyamangkalaram Temple. Those who delight in shopping can go to Penang Island’s most celebrated shopping malls in Gurney Drive, the Gurney Plaza.

The first time I visited Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, I was surprised at how many things there are to see and do for families with children. Kuala Lumpur (KL) is a big city, with the usual traffic problems, stresses and rushing, bustling people any city in the world has. So, when I realized KL is actually quite kid-friendly, it was a nice surprise. For families with children on holiday in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur is a great place to take your kids and here’s why.

Petrosains Discovery Center - I acquire no bones about the fact that Suria KLCC Mall is one of my favorite places in Kuala Lumpur. It’s also a wonderful place for kids as there’s a place called Petrosains Discovery Center, on the top floor (4th floor) of the mall. Petrosains Discovery Center is owned by the same company that owns the famous Petronas Tower, and is a place where kids can learn all about the science of petroleum using all five senses. Now, as an adult, this might sound like it’s quite boring but the Petrosains Center have done it in such a way that the whole place is fun. There’s more than 150 exhibits, with a ton of interactive things for kids to play with (while learning at the same time), and even cool displays about dinosaurs and space. There are rides and dioramas and, even a vast shop, where you can purchase toys and games based on science and petroleum. The Petrosains Discovery Center will take at least a couple of hours to look around – then head out into the mall to eat at one of the many kid-friendly restaurants.

Petronas Towers - Another tall place to capture kids is the Petronas Towers, which used to be the world’s tallest building. They’re located at Suria KLCC Mall so you can conveivably visit the Petrosains Discovery Center and then go up the Petronas Towers afterwards. Tickets are free to go up the Petronas Towers, you just have to get them at the Petronas Towers desk in the basement of Suria KLCC Mall. They are free, but it’s first approach first served, so get there early as they’re gone very fast. You can also only order tickets for the same day. Kids love going up the Petronas Towers, although you can only go to the sky bridge, which is half-way up the view is still spectacular. Afterwards, visit the park right outside the mall – there’s a man-man lake, rides for the kids and some really pretty gardens.

Visit One of the Many Kuala Lumpur Theme Parks - There are a lot of theme parks in and around Kuala Lumpur and we all know kids treasure theme parks. Try Sunway Lagoon Park, which is one of the largest water parks I’ve ever been to, or Genting Highlands Theme Park with its more than 40 rides and a Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum. Mines Wonderland, just outside KL, is also cool – literally – as it has a snow house where kids can throw snowballs and go sledding.

Kampung Kuantan Fireflies - You can take a boat on the river at night in Kampung Kuantan and see the millions of fireflies all lit up like fairy lights. Kids will love this as it’s not only pretty but they can also try to catch them in their hands. The boat scuttle is fun too!

Shop and Have Fun at Berjaya Times Square Mall - I love Berjaya Times Square Mall and so do a lot of kids, for two reasons. First of all, Times Square has a lot of shops that sell things kids will love – toys, cheap jewelry, games, cool t shirts, DVDs, computer games and lots more stuff. They also have one of the largest indoor theme parks in Asia, Cosmo’s Theme Park, with loads of machines where you can play games or win things, take a toddle like the rollercoaster, or watch a movie on a screen that’s five storeys high. Berjaya Times Square Mall also has many kid-friendly restaurants like McDonalds, KFC, Wendy’s, Subway and snack places that sell chocolate, pop corn, candy etc. You and your kids can spend the whole day at Berjaya riding rides in the theme park, shopping, watching a movie and eating.

These five best things to do with kids in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is only the beginning. Even if you spend a week or two in the city with your family, there’s plenty to retain the kids occupied and having fun and, thus, making the parents less stressed.

This guide helps the traveler with the next step when arriving in Malaysia’s KLIA or LCCT Airport; explaining tourists about the transport options.

When visiting Kuala Lumpur for the first time, traffic might feel chaotic at first, however a traveler will soon feel at home and get a good feel for Kuala Lumpur’s transportation systems.

Kuala Lumpur offers many alternative transport options. Bus, monorail, whisper and taxi are all fast and safe. Traveling this diagram also gives more pleasure, enjoyment and the best views of this magnificent city.

Kuala Lumpur by Air

Most people will go to Malaysia by air, either arriving at KLIA (Kuala Lumpur International Airport), LCCT (Low Cost Carrier Terminal) both located 60 kilometers South of the city center or Subang Airport (Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport) 20 kilometers West of the city center.

From KLIA and LCCT there is a variety of transport options to invent it to the city, busses, taxis and the KLIA Express; all lift less than one hour to Kuala Lumpur City and the major Kuala Lumpur hotels. From Subang Airport the only option is by road, taxi is the fastest means of transportation and takes about 30 minutes to the booming heart of KL.

Busses Crowded But Fun to Do

Busses are a great intention to travel, crowded but cheap in the city center. RM1 or RM2 bus ticket lasts all day. When traveling outside of Kuala Lumpur the bus is the best option. Inexpensive transport travels to any destination within the Peninsular. Buses leave from various bus stations in the city; KL Main Bus station Puduraya at Jalan Pudu, Putra Bus Terminal at Jalan Putra, Duta Bus Terminal at Jalan Duta and Pekeliling Bus Terminal near Titiwangsa. Most operators offer standard or luxury options. With the local bus operators any destination can be reached, Genting, Penang, Melaka, Johor Bahru, Langkawi, Kuala Terengganu, Kota Bahru and all other major cities including Singapore.

Driving a Car in Kuala Lumpur

Driving in KL can be disorientating as highways are not built like other major cities. Road users apply their own set of rules, drive carefully is the best advice. Major car rental dealer can be found at all airports.

Kuala Lumpur’s Novel Monorail System

KL Monorail is a perfect intra-city public transit system. KL Monorail operates from KL Sentral to Titiwangsa over a distance of nearly 9 kilometers. With its 11 stations stopping at major destinations in the city it is the most ideal form of transport. Over rush hour it might be a bit crowded.

Motorbike Not an Ideal Way of Transport

Thousands and thousands of small motorbikes swarm the city. Unless there is no other option renting a motorbike within the city is possible. Owners of cars have no respect for motorbikes.

Taxi Arrive In Many Colors And Sizes

Yellow cabs, abundant and relatively cheap can be found everywhere in Kuala Lumpur. Two main systems exist, vouchers and general pick-up. Vouchers can be bought at major taxi stands around the city. There is a plot price from point of departure to any destination. Taxis should use the meter which should start at RM3 (US$0.90). When a taxi does not drive on the meter, find another one; or agree on a price. After midnight there are no rules.

Local Trains

This is where KL traffic really gets interesting. Five different train companies operate within the Klang Valley. They do not always inter-connect at the same location; hopping from one speak to the next might take as much as a 500 meter walk. Monorail, Putra, Star, KLIA express, Komuter KTM are all generous services and a great means of transport, cheap and pretty efficient.

National Trains Services

KL Sentral train station offers trains to serve the south all the way to Singapore, and the north to Kedah and Kelantan even crossing into Thailand and on to Bangkok. Trains are a magical means of transport; a variety of landscapes passes by while the traveler sits back and relaxes.

Walking The Streets of Kuala Lumpur

Car drivers, taxis, motorbikes and busses offer no respect to pedestrians, our best tip can only be, be careful and stay on the pavement.

Traffic Jams Bring Mayhem to The City

Kuala Lumpur is notorious for its early morning and after work traffic jams, try to avoid these hours as a tourist.

Road Signage Not Clear and Bold

Signage in Malaysia is not always as one may expect, Asian street signs have often no hard rules, bold and clear directions are hard to get. Owning a map is a must for every tourist. Not all signage is in English.

Traveling in Malaysia can be a small adventure. But traveling in and around Kuala Lumpur and Malaysia is a true pleasure.

Also visit: www.malaysia.com

Credit:

Author: Frank Amptmeijer – www.frankamptmeijer.com

Research: Franklin-Paul Blake

Most people know Southeast Asia offers cheap accommodation for travelers. So, how do you narrow down your list of destinations? To make planning your trip easier, ogle more into these five places.

These vacation-friendly destinations are cheap. Most frugal travelers can get by comfortably on $35 to $45 per day, and many beach bungalows go for $10-$20. These locations are also easy to enter, requiring only a passport or issuing visas upon arrival. They are also convenient for finding English speaking locals, making your trip relatively smooth and hassle-free. The bottom line, you get what’s most important from any low-cost getaway; fun, adventure, & relaxation.

Malaysia

Malaysia is well known to be more reliable for westerners. It is one of the better countries for traveling families. Transportation is readily available, food is plentiful and varied, and the water is safe in most areas. Entertainment is also abundant.

Kuala Lumpur tops the list of cities to visit in Malaysia. You can also conveniently get a longer visa for Thailand at the Thai Embassy. This is good for backpackers wishing to stay longer than a few weeks.

Thailand

Here’s where even the most budget conscious traveler would want to escape for a few nights. Thailand really has something for just about everyone from seasoned backpackers, to honeymooners. Magnificent beaches, diving, trekking, elephant rides, and golden temples are a few of the things to peruse and do. Food is varied, abundant, and not to mention world famous. Of course there is also plenty of shopping; custom, handmade clothing with tailoring is widely available for low cost. Popular spots include Ko Samui, Ko Pha Ngan, Ko Tao, Ko Phi Phi, and Ko Samet.

Philippines

Another suitable destination for budget conscious travelers is the Philippines. Boasting over 7,000 islands with English being widely spoken, it’s an ideal spot for fun in the sun. The most famous Philippine beach, Boracay, has some deals if you know them ahead of time.

Other well-liked and cheaper beach islands include Palawan, Bohol, Cebu, and Puerto Galera. A beach bungalow can be had for as low as $10 a day with meals running less than $5 for a couple. Expect most depart to be by air or boat.

Indonesia

Volcanoes, tropical rainforests, lush green landscapes, and beautiful coral reefs are among the many sights you can enjoy in Indonesia. Some of the more popular islands are: Sumatra, Bali, Java, and Borneo.

Brunei

You’re probably thinking Brunei doesn’t belong on this list, but think again. It’s true that Brunei is an oil-rich status, and you would think that means you high prices. However, if you’re looking for something more luxurious at a cheaper ticket, consider this destination. Deals can be had with a bit of googling. Well-liked beaches include: Meragang, Serasa, Muara, and Pantai Seri Kenangan.

So, there you have it. If you’re thinking about going to Southeast Asia on a budget, take a closer look at Malaysia, Thailand, The Philippines, Indonesia, and Brunei.

Resources:
Wikitravel.org – Southeast Asia
Malaysia: Kuala Lumpar – Cassandra James
Budget Hotel in Boracay in the Philippines – James Celeste
Brunei Beaches

You may be an adventurer seeking the road less traveled with nothing but a backpack and a copy of “Lonely Planet” or maybe you are simply trying to save some cash on your next business trip. Whatever your reasons, if you are planning a trip to Cambodia on a tight budget, the following tips will help save you money.

Airfare: Shop the promotions. Sometimes great deals can be found directly to Phnom Penh or Siem Reap, especially if you are flexible with your travel dates. However, promotional fares are less frequent for Cambodia than they are for Thailand, Malaysia, or Vietnam. You can sometimes get a rock bottom price to one of these neighboring countries, then take a cheap domestic flight from there to Cambodia. China Air, Eva Air, Malaysia Air and Thai Air all have great sales sometimes, just to name a few. Depending on what country you are coming from, some cheap domestic airlines are Tiger Air, Jetstar, Asia Air, Cebu Air, and Vietnam Air. Sometimes you can get $1 sales and pay nothing but taxes and fees if you time it right.

Accommodation: Most all travel agencies have special agreements with a number of hotels in town, and offer rooms at extremely discounted rates, sometimes more than 50% off the published price. It’s worth your while to send a few emails asking for quotes and a web link to their sponsored hotels. In Cambodia, there’s hardly such a thing as a fixed price, so feel free to bargain…especially if it’s not during tourist season. You can find a list of travel agencies at http://www.yellowpages-cambodia.com/ if you search for “travel agency.”

Another option that will appeal especially to the adventurer/backpacker crowd is the plethora of guesthouses in Cambodia, especially Phnom Penh. These range from a $3 per night room with nothing but a bare mattress and a fan, up to the $20 or more per night places, some of which are quite nice. Just because something is more expensive doesn’t necessarily mean it’s nicer…prices seem to be set without rhyme or reason in Cambodia, so take a few extra minutes to read the reviews on the Internet (you’d be surprised at how many reviews you can find online of even the most obscure shanty to call itself a guesthouse). There are many good websites that you can book these through, one of which is www.hostelbookers.com. The most popular area for backpackers is the area around Boeng Kak Lake in Phnom Penh. Another popular area is around the Independence Monument, where restaurants, cafes, shopping and nightlife abound.

Transportation: The cheapest mode of transportation is renting a motorbike, which costs between $3 – $7 per day. However, the traffic in Cambodia is chaotic and extremely dangerous. Also, if your rented motorbike is stolen, you might wind up responsible for the replacement cost. The other option is to rob the motortaxis and tuk tuks that can be found on almost every street corner. Most rides cost 75 cents or less per person and the tuk tuks are a fun way to win out and see the city. If you are seeking to do as the locals do, hire a ride in a shared van…for about 25 cents, you will be squeezed into a vehicle in which they pack people so tight, many times they are virtually hanging out the window.

Food: If you want to catch the risk, you can eat at the local markets and street stalls for around a dollar or less per meal. There is some delicious street food that is certainly worth a try, such as fried noodles and rice, curry, and for those wanting a true taste of Cambodian Cuisine, huge steaming plates of fried insects such as crickets, beetles and even tarantulas. However, take extreme caution: you risk getting more than you paid for when you eat at these places, including parasites, hepatitis and many other diseases. Gain sure it’s thoroughly cooked, or just be favorable and stick to the cleaner restaurants. Delicious food of all sorts can be found for $2-$6 per meal all over the city. The most comprehensive guide to dining in Cambodia, including a handy imprint guide, can be found at www.canbypublications.com. You can also find all sorts of hotel listings and activities at their website.

Shopping: The local shopping scene in Cambodia is not to be missed, especially in Phnom Penh. There are three main markets: Psar Thmei, Psar Toul Tum Pong, and Psar Orrussy. Name brand clothing, both real and false, can be bought for next to nothing. CD’s,and DVD’s cost only $1.50, although it’s impossible to pick up any that aren’t pirated. There are also a number of shopping centers and malls, but you will pay extremely inflated prices for what is often identical to what could be found at the cheaper markets (although they do provide an air-conditioned haven on hot days). Be certain to bargain down the price, otherwise they’ll be laughing all the way to the bank…typically start at about half of what they offer and go up until you hit about 60-70% of their asking price, or sometimes even less.

Whatever your reasons for visiting Cambodia, you can manage to have an unforgettable trip even on a tight budget if you follow these tips.

Shopping in Malaysia

Malaysia has a lot to offer, from holidays, sporting event’s, and many more. Visit the LINKS below to know more about Malaysian has to offer. There are many event held to attract more visitors to Malaysia either by the government agencies or by the private sectors. Popularevents that is alwayshappening in Malaysia are VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR, MALAYSIAN MEGA SALES, FORMULA 1 GRANDPRIX, MOTO GP, LANGKAWI AEROSPACE AND MARITIME EXHIBITION, AND LE TOUR DE LANGKAWI.

Where to go shopping

In Malaysia, there are 14 states altogether. Each states has it own states capital, and a few unusual cities. All this states capitals has mega malls and spirited places for shopping paradise. From traditional accessories and antics and modern life style. All one needs is to sneak around and willing to bargain, especially in populars local markets.

More info can be obtained from the links below:

http://www.Zone Shopping Paradise Langkawi Shopping Paradise in Langkawi

http://www.Malaysia Information

http://www.Malaysia Shopping – Reviews, Tips, Photos – VirtualTourist.com

http://www.VirtualMalaysia.Com – The Official e-Tourism Portal for The …

http://www.All Malaysia.info

Malaysian Sales

http://www.Malaysian Mega Sale

http://www.shoppingNsales

http://www.Calendar

http://www.A detailed travel article on Kuala Lumpur shopping, KL shopping …

Mega Shopping Complex in Malaysia

http://www.The return of Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival :: TravelWeekly : The …

http://www.Mid Valley Mega Mall, Shopping, Kuala Lumpur | Malaysia Travel …

http://www.Malaysia Mega Sale Promotions in Shopping Malls | shoppingNsales

http://www.Malaysia Shopping : Mega Sales, Annual Sales, Shopping Carnivals

Malaysian Mega Sale

http://www.Amazing Asian Mega-Malls – ForbesTraveler.com

http://www.Malaysia Mega Sale Carnival | Peninsular Malaysia Events | World …

Reaching Malaysia

To near and visit Malaysia, most international airlines do have a regular air schedule flying to Malaysia. There are three main international airport hub in Malaysia, that is KLIA, the main hub, Bayan Lepas airports in Penang, Kota Kinabalu airports in Sabah, and Langkawi airports in Langkawi Island. More info can be obtained from the links below:

http://www.Airlines that Fly to Malaysia

http://www.Airlines flying to and in the Pacific

http://www.Malaysia Airlines – Malaysia Airlines – flying with us

http://www.Malaysia Airports,Airports of Malaysia,Airports in Malaysia,Proceed …

Malaysian Arts and Fashion

Looking for something different, Malaysia is one of the residence that one can go and visit. Malaysian have plenty to offer, from foods, arts, fashion, designer products, and unusual days electronic gadgets. If one needs to employ but with budgets constrains, as an example, one can spends money on goods foods in goods restaurant less than a RM 100.00 for two, or USD 30.00 plus. Beside that, one can have a peace of mind while shopping and sightseeing, because most Malaysian are very friendly. Details, just clicks the Links below:

http://www.Kakiseni.com – art, theatre, dance, music, film, cultural events …

http://www.Malaysia Arts and Crafts – Batik Textiles, Wood Carvings, Weaving …

http://www.Arts and Crafts in Malaysia,Arts and Crafts of Malaysia,Culture of …

http://www.Malaysian Artists Pelukis Malaysia, Art Links Gallery

http://www.Malaysia: Art

Malaysian Fashion and Style Sales

http://www.Tongue in Chic

http://www.Malaysia’s Online Fashion Shopping Directory – emmagem.com

http://www.Clothing And Footwear in Malaysia

http://www.Malaysia Fashion, Cosmetics & Shopping Blog » » Christian Dior …

http://www.Malaysia Fashion, Cosmetics & Shopping Blog » » Malaysia Sales …

http://www.Malaysia Fashion, Cosmetics & Shopping Blog

Places to Stay in Malaysia

Accommodation in Malaysia. When you reach Malaysia, need not to distress about where to stay. You can choose from a 5 star hotels to cheap budget motels and the government assist Home stay programme. Most motels have basic necessities and air-con, although sometimes the air-cons build you can’t sleep because its so noisy. There is also resorts that provide cheap chalets to spend your time peacefully. Needs to know more, clicks the Link below:

http://www.MALAYSIA Hotels & Motels – Discounts in MALAYSIA

http://www.Subang Jaya MY Hotels & Motels – Discounts in Subang Jaya MALAYSIA

http://www.Penang MY Hotels & Motels – Discounts in Penang MALAYSIA

http://www.Hotels & Motels For Sale

http://www.Directory Listing for Malaysia, Travel, Hotels & Motels at …

http://www.Hotels in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia – Hotels Motels Lodging Near Kuala …

http://www.Wotif.com: Malaysia Hotels, Accommodation, Motels, Serviced …

http://www.Hotels and Motels in Malaysia

Foods in Malaysia

Interesting topic when we talks about to go traveling and holidaying. In Malaysia, the diversities of multi-racial population construct it an interesting place to eat and dine. You can find almost all type of popular foods in Malaysia, and choose to eats from at the simple foods stall to fast food restaurant and the more elegance’s world class restaurant. Westerns, Middle east, Africans, and Asian foods is there to suits your taste. Unbiased clicks the Links below:

http://www.Food in Malaysia

http://www.The Star Online – Kuali, Malaysia Recipes

http://www.Asia Yellow Web – Malaysia – Food/Restaurant

http://www.Rasa Malaysia: Malaysian and Asian Food, Cooking, and Recipes

http://www.LAMAN BESTARI MY: Putu Bamboo, Nice Malaysians Dilapidated Food.

http://www.malaysian tradisional food recipe Recipes at Epicurious.com

http://www.Waroeng Penyet Tradisional Indonesian Food @ The Curve, Mutiara …

http://www.Malaysia Flavour Agents

http://www.Mesra.net – Resepi – 6000+ Malaysian Recipes

Sporting Events in Malaysia

Nowadays Malaysia is accepted for it international sporting event. From Motor-sports events to the extreme sports is all there to offer for any sport enthusiasts. Most sports are organise all year round because Malaysia is a tropical climatic country.

To name a few well known sporting events that Malaysia has to offer are:

1. Formula F1

2. Sailing

3. Moto GP

4. Horse Rides

5. Para Gliding

6. Iron Man / Iron Women

7. Marathon

To know more, please click the link below:

http://www.International Sporting Event in Malaysia

http://www.Hosting Major International Sports Events: Comparing Asia and …

http://www.ESPN STAR Sports to stage International Futsal Tournament in …

http://www.MALAYSIA CENTRAL: Sports: Associations, Clubs, Federations …

http://www.Sports in Malaysia – A General Overview

http://www.Towards Sporting Glory | Virtual Malaysia Magazine

http://www.Expatriate Malaysia Events Guide – International Convention …

http://www.EXPN.com – International – Malaysia to Become Epicentre of Action …

http://www.Senses Of Malaysia – Events in malaysia

News About Malaysia

To know more about Malaysian life, we needs to have a first hand news. As everybody knows, nowadays, news is easily access especially with the Internet technology. To make our search easier, knowing the web pages that we need to refer with sometimes earn us searching almost aroused. Beside that, some stories that are circulated with other foreign news agencies are quite in-correct. So, to have a better understanding and knowledge about Malaysia, clicks the links of news agency below. Thank you for the desire to know the truth about Malaysian life.

http://www.Malaysian National News Agency :: BERNAMA

http://www.The Star Online

http://www.The Star Online : Malaysia News

http://www.Malaysia Today: Your source of independent news

http://www.The New Straits Times Online……

http://www.Malaysia News Headlines | Asia Pacific – Yahoo! Singapore News

http://www.Malaysiakini

http://www.Malaysian Newspapers : Newspapers from Malaysia : Malaysian News

http://www.Malaysian News, Malaysian Newspapers, News from Malaysia …

Higher Education in Malaysia.

Malaysia is fast growing for education related programmes. There is a lot of Universities and collages either aided by the government or privately funded. There is also a few well known foreign universities opening their branches in Malaysia, such as Swinburne University, and Curtin University, with its centre is in Australia. Main language that is use to communicate in universities is English, and the government is seriously involved upgrading the standards of Malaysian students in English language. That is why our Mathematics and science subject taught in Malaysian school is in English. To have more info, clicks the links provided below. Thank you.

http://www.Colleges and Universities – Malaysia

http://www.List of Government Universities In Malaysia

http://www.Links to Colleges and Universities in Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur, Other)

http://www.Colleges & Universities Malaysia (Kolej & Universiti)

http://www.UNIVERSITI PUTRA MALAYSIA

http://www.University Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS)