Malaysia Travel

Beachy, foodie Penang is a great stopover for visitors to Malaysia. Located just south of the Thai border, this province consisting of a strip of coastline and Pulau Penang boasts quaint colonial architecture, laid-back beach resorts, and fantastic ethnic and fusion cuisine. Here are five fun things to do while …

Get a taste of the wider wonders of Malaysia in the country’s capital, Kuala Lumpur. This city, affectionately called Kuala Lumpur. by both visitors and locals, is one of the most pleasant cities in Asia. It balances towering skyscrapers and modern entertainment venues with lush gardens and an easy-to-use public …

Another “Kuala” is set to be a tourism hotspot in Malaysia. Kuala Penyu in Western Sabah, East Malaysia, started getting mainstream attention after the world-famous “Survivor” show was staged in Pulau Tiga National Park, a few hours north. This has long been the role of Kuala Penyu in Sabah tourism: …

In the heart of Kuala Lumpur lies the 91.6 hectare Taman Tasik Perdana. Established in 1888, it was originally a swamp area that had high deposits of tin. When the tin mining industry closed due to depletion, the idea to develop it into a recreation center was formed. Alfred Venning, …

Southeast Asia is world-renowned for its eye-popping natural wonders, exotic local cultures, delicious street foods, laidback lifestyle and almost endless summers, all for a fraction of cost anywhere else in the world. Malaysia: One Size Fits All? As a region, Southeast Asia has it all. But individually, countries still have …

Borneo is home to one of the world’s oldest rainforests, which is no surprise why Sabah, one of its provinces, is hotly contested between Malaysia and the Philippines. (Where there are ancient forests there are ancient swamps, and where there are ancient swamps, there is natural gas, but that is …

The flag carrier of Malaysia, Malaysia Airlines, plans to expand their presence in Asia this year, with more flights lined up to serve passengers coming from and bound for the Philippines and China. The flag carrier has also added transit flights to Tokyo en route to Los Angeles, and is …

With Kuala Lumpur being Malaysia’s portal to the world, it is inevitable that visitors would need accommodations here. The great thing about traveling these days is that you’re not limited to staying in posh hotels or run down inns, depending on which one fits your budget. KL is attracting backpackers …

Having a row with the neighbor occasionally happens, and that’s what has been happening to Malaysia and the Philippines lately (although the “fight” is more like between the Filipino heirs of an ancient sultanate and the Malaysian government). The two countries are presently involved in a territorial dispute concerning Sabah, …

Malaysia surprised me with the number of theme parks that they have. There’s enough of them to keep you and your traveling companions — be it your family or your friends — occupied for nearly your entire stay. Here we list five of these awesome theme parks. Can you guess …

Kuala Lumpur has much to offer the discerning traveler, but exploring this vibrant city doesn’t have to stop when the sun sets. Like other modern cities around the world, KL has its share of an energetic nightlife, which is a healthy mix of restaurants, cafes, clubs and bars that offer …

There is a trend among many newlyweds to choose a tropical getaway for their honeymoon. The idea of sun and surf is undoubtedly a very relaxing and romantic option for starting their life together on the right foot. Southeast Asia is a popular destination choice after the Caribbean islands. The …