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Keropok Lekor
The easiest way to describe Keropok Lekor is to call it fish sausage. It is the specialty from Terengganu, a state at the east coast and omnipresent in the streets and villages and very much a part of the live of the people there. Here are some pictures from one of the most popular Keropok Lekor stalls or shall I say factory, in Kuala Terengganu. ... more
Nasi Campur (Malay Mixed Rice)
Besides the Indian and Chinese food, there is also the flavorful and diverse Malay cuisine. The best way to experience this is to have your lunch at a Nasi Campur counter. Nasi Campur means Mixed Rice in Malay and refers to a plate of white rice that you will get from the kakak, (short: Ka, means sister in Malay and waitresses often been addressed that way), before filling your plate whatever that suits your taste from the counter. ... more
Malaysia vs. Singapore
Entertaining story from guest author Maik from his Blog " Wah Lau". He is a german guy who developed quite some affection for the whole range of Asian diversity. Being based in Singapore, he went for a trip to nearby Melaka in 2006 and reflected about the differences between Malaysia and Singapore and what people think of each other, prejudice or not? ... more
A guide for drivers in Malaysia
Malaysians are the most friendly people but put behind the wheel they become MMMs (Me-First-Malaysians). As a traveller just keep in mind, people drive on the left side here and look to the right and the left before crossing the road (lots of one-way-streets)
The following is from a funny email I received recently. A humorous way look at how people drive in Malaysia. Enjoy. ... more
Georgetown and Melaka just became Unesco world heritage sites
On Monday, July 7, 2008, the historic city centre of Melaka and Georgetown, Penang with their mostly Chinese shophouses and colonial buildings were just been added into the list of Unesco World Heritage sites. Therefore, Malaysia now has four sites on the list, the other two being Gunung Mulu National Park (Sarawak, tropical karst area) and Kinabalu Park (Sabah, highest peak in South-east Asia). ... more
Rainforest World Music Festival 2008
Jackfruit (Nangka)
I got it from my Mamak
Traveler IQ Challenge
Long-Distance buses from Kuala Lumpur
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Things to Do & See
Lot 10,Kuala Lumpur
Shopping Mall in Bukit Bintang housing mostly fashion stores.
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Kuah,Langkawi
The main town on Langkawi and the place you arrive per boat from Penang, Kuala Kedah or Kuala Perlis or from Thailand.
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Long Beach (Pasir Panjang),Perhentian Islands
Most popular beach on the small Island for backpackers with many chalets and restaurants, snorkel spots right at the beach
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Medan Portugis / Portuguese Settlement,Melaka
To the west of downtown Melaka, the portuguese decendants founded their own settlement in the 1930s. Interesting evening trip to Medan Portugis to have a feast in the various portuguese seafood restaurants. Nothing to see, it′s all about the people and goooood food.
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Bukit Puteri,Kuala Terengganu
Princess Hill. Hill in city center with the remains of an old fort.
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Jalan Alor,Kuala Lumpur
Food Paradise in Bukit Bintang. Jalan Alor turns into a giant open air street restaurant at night
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Pulau Perhentian Besar,Perhentian Islands
The Big (=besar) Island. The slightly bigger island offers more expensive resort style accommodation. For family travellers or those who like it more quiet and have an extra Ringgit to spend.
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Penang Museum,Penang
Museum and Art Gallery in building from 1821 about the History Penang. One of the best museum in Malaysia. Exhibits on the costums and traditions of Penangs various ethnic groups
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A Famosa,Melaka
Massive fortress that was built by the portuguese in the 16th Century.
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Lake Gardens,Kuala Lumpur
Big park near Chinatown area, includes National Mosque, Bird Park, Butterfly Park, Islamic Arts Museum, National Museum, Deer Park, Orchid Garden, Tasik Perdana (Premier Lake)
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Gurney Drive,Penang
Road Along the seaside famous for its hawkers stalls selling all types of food, best to go at night. But there are also other restaurants and bars and shopping malls
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Puduraya Bus Terminal,Kuala Lumpur
Main Bus Terminal in Kuala Lumpur
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The Curve / Ikea / Ikano Power Center,Kuala Lumpur
Another huge shopping complex in suburbia PJ (Mutiara Damansara). It houses the malls The Curve and Ikano Power Center plus Ikea and Tesco that are all interconnected.
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HOSTELS
Red Palm, Kuala Lumpur
Red Palm was voted the best hostel in Asia in 2006. It′s a small, relaxed and cozy place and this website wouldn′t exist without Red Palm. Home sweet home. Stay here if there′s is still availability as Red Palm can′t accommodate more than 14 people at a time.
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Summer Guesthouse, Kuala Lumpur
Hostel in Bukit Bintang, set in three floors of newly renovated shop houses
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Betel Box, Singapore
Hostel on Joo Chiat Road in the heart of Katong and Geylang Serai district
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Best Star Resort, Langkawi
2-storey hotel and 6 Chalets on Cenang Beach
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Baba Guesthouse, Penang
Guesthouse at Batu Ferringhi Beach north of Georgetown
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One Florence Close, Singapore
Boutique homestay Off the city centre but close to the subway with 8 private designer rooms
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Teak & Coconut Grove, Penang
2 & 3 storey resort chalets set amidst the compound of a vast Colonial villa
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Cameronian Inn Guesthouse, Cameron Highlands
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LINKS
MmalaysianFood.net
all about Malaysian Food
AsiaExplorers.com
Exploring the Sights in Singapore
AsiaExplorers.com
Penang Offshore Islands
AsiaExplorers.com
Penang Clan Temples
Seat61.com
how to travel by train in Singapore & Malaysia
AsiaExplorers.com
Penang Beaches
VisitSingapore.com
Official Tourism Website Singapore
Uncletan.com/
Wildlife Adventure tours
malaysiamydestination.com
official portal of Tourism Malaysia
Rapid KL
public transport operator in KL
see all links
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Red Palm Hostel, Kuala Lumpur
The award-winning Red Palm Hostel Kuala Lumpur - a special, cozy, personal and small place for backbackers of all ages - is also the birthplace of backpackingmalaysia.com and maybe your home during your visit in Kuala Lumpur.
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