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The Responsible Tourist and TravellerThis is practical 8-step guide based on the "Global Code of Ethics" for Tourism of the World Tourism Organization. It promotes traveling with an open mind and respect for people, culture, animals and environment. ... moreHiking at Bukit TaburIt is hardly noticeable from the city centre - especially on hazy days - but Kuala Lumpur is surrounded by lush hills, rock formations and water reservoirs. Escaping the the huzzle and buzzle of the city is a mere 30min drive away. One the most spectacular hikes is up on Bukit Tabur, part of a quarz ridge in the north-east of the city at Taman Melawati. ... moreExploring Cameron HighlandsThere are 13 different paths to discover the Highlands on your own. To fully experience the nature, culture and economy of the area it is recommended to join one of the various tours. ... moreBuses from and to Cameron HighlandsThere are 2 bus companies bringing travellers to and from Cameron Highlands, Penang and Kuala Lumpur. From Cameron Highlands, you also have the option to travel to Taman Negara and Pulau Perhentian via mini bus. ... moreDangers and Scams in Kuala Lumpur(1 comment)
Kuala Lumpur is a safe place for travellers in general. However, there a few scams and dangers but if you are aware of them you should be having a pleasant stay in this vibrant city. ... more
Malaysian GP 2009 (Formula 1 in Sepang)
Thaipusam Festival
Malacca: the city that best gives a sense of Malaysia’s past
Famous Jalan Alor
Keropok Lekor
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CALENDAR
RANDOM LINKS
Portal powered by Star newspaper website is dedicated to the beautiful waterfalls of Malaysia journey planer by the national bus company Transnasional excellent quick overview page about Malaysia by Betelbox Hostel Singapore (www.betelbox.com) malay newspaper see all links
STORIES
In Melaka on bicycle
Katja and Waldemar were on the road in Malaysia, Thailand, New Zealand and Sri Lanka on bicycle with their 2 children. They stayed in Melaka for 6 Weeks and live at the Sama Sama Guesthouse. This a long story about life in Chinatown, buddhist and Hindu processions and a smoke attack after 2 cases of Dengue Fever. For more Stories and Information visit their website 39Grad (german)
PRESS ARTICLES
Ethnic unity ushers in a new phase in Malaysia (The Age) br>
Malaysia had it’s 12th general election on march 8, 2008 and it turned into a political tsunami with a strong opposition. This article sums in up nicely.
DID YOU KNOW?
Language
English is widely spoken so it’s very easy to get by. Though a few words of malay (Bahasa Malaysia) are always handy and will impress people. Malay is the official language but due to the multiracial character of the country you’ll find many languages spoken like Chinese (mandarin, cantonese, hokkien,...), Tamil among the Indians and several more languages on Borneo.
Things to do & see
Kuala Lumpur, Sunway Lagoon
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Sunway Lagoon is a major amusement park in Petaling Jaya (PJ), just south of KL. It is known for its thrilling rides in both the water park and the adjacent dry park.
... more Singapore, Singapore Zoo - Night Safari The Zoo is one of the main attractions in Singapore, it also hosts the Jurong Bird Park and the popular Night Safari (the worlds first). ... more
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